2 weeks ago

Thank you for honoring veterans

On May 18, a group of volunteers met at Fairmount Cemetery to take on the task of placing flags on all the veterans’ graves. We placed over 800 flags this year.

2 weeks ago

Hold Big Pharma accountable

Here is what we know: Americans pay more than any other country in the world for their prescription drugs. Top executives from the biggest drug companies all agree that this is so, and they won’t take responsibility.

3 weeks ago

Presque Isle’s memorable 75th anniversary D-Day celebration

To the editor: Literally thousands converged on Presque Isle’s airport on Sunday, May 19, as a flight of World War II twin-engined transports landed to be greeted by a remarkable mix of young and old, boys and girls, parents and grandfolks -- a crowd never before seen.

3 weeks ago

Cemetery in need of assistance

The Advent Cemetery in Limestone needs the community’s help. We are facing financial difficulties in maintaining this cemetery.

4 weeks ago

Seven reasons why I love my community

To the editor: Recently, I had a chance to attend a conference in a big city. As I was walking and driving in its downtown area, I became even more appreciative of my community in Houlton.

4 weeks ago

It’s Central Aroostook Chamber strawberry shortcake time

It’s time for Chamber Strawberry Shortcakes. This winter has been one for the history books with the volume of snow, high winds and sub-degree temps.

1 month ago

What is wrong with MSAD 1 School Board?

I attended the budget meeting in order to find out why the board is needlessly spending our taxes on “nice to have items”.

1 month ago

Veterans need our support

To the editor: Memorial Day is a federal holiday for remembering the men and women who have died while serving in the armed forces of the United States.

1 month ago

Grateful for all former superintendent Carpenter did

To the editor: As I was sitting in church at a funeral today, I was reminded that I am long overdue in writing this. Life is short. We are all connected.

1 month ago

Reader loves puzzle

To the editor: Love the digital jigsaw puzzle!

1 month ago

St. Mary’s school wasn’t all roses

To the editor: After reading the article in the Houlton Pioneer Times last week about the fond memories that some people had about attending St. Mary's school, I was prompted to write this.

1 month ago

Celebrate libraries and all they do for us

To the editor: The American Library Association celebrated National Library Week between April 7-13 and Maine libraries celebrated Maine Library Day on April 24 in the State House Hall of Flags.

2 months ago

Column about spiders very relatable

To the editor: Just wanted to let you know I really loved Paula Brewer’s Crown and Down column in the online newsletter this morning.

2 months ago

Take a position on wild animal acts

To the editor: The City of Presque Isle, surrounding communities, its business community and people, all would be appalled and up in arms against any entity practicing animal cruelty in their sight.

2 months ago

Allowing marijuana stores would debase Houlton legacy

To the editor: To put a marijuana storefront whether medical or recreational in the Houlton town proper would be to debase the long history and legacy of the honest and hardworking founders of the town.

2 months ago

Local shoppers, businesses should support each other

To the editor: I own and operate two small mom and pop motels in The County, by the name of the Aroostook Hospitality Inn.

2 months ago

Just call it Trump Care

President Donald Trump has claimed that the Affordable Care Act should be repealed and that the Republicans will come up with a better plan.

2 months ago

Houlton residents should be allowed to vote on medical marijuana shops

Some of our councilors want to make a decision about whether the town should opt in or out of medical marijuana for us.