5 years ago
Enjoy the ride
The lake seemed a bit angry and the clouds were gathering so swiftly they appeared to be in competition with each other above us as we stepped onto the pontoon boat.
Editorials
5 years ago
Improving labor laws for all
As a lineman and proud member of IBEW 1837, I love my union. With a union, we are so much stronger together. In non-union workplaces bosses can pit workers against each other over wages and working conditions.
5 years ago
Research on the road
In my last column I urged readers to rejoin the genealogical world. Unfortunately the delta variant of COVID-19 is making that difficult as it spreads across our state. The Maine Genealogical Society’s half-day fall conference has been canceled, and I imagine some openings of archives and libraries will be further delayed.
5 years ago
Investing in people, businesses and good-paying jobs in The County
Most parents want their children to work hard, pay attention in school, graduate and create a life for themselves not too far from home. However, it’s becoming more difficult to make that dream a reality in Aroostook County.
5 years ago
Genealogy events
Much is happening in the genealogical world as libraries begin to re-open. I’m writing in July so things may change again by the time you read this. Let’s take a brief look at what’s new.
5 years ago
Find connection and healing at the library
In recent years, we’ve been reminded that gathering spaces are critical to the well-being of our citizens. While we didn’t know that we’d experience a pandemic together in our lifetime, we did prepare by creating a space perfectly suited for our recovery: our public library.
5 years ago
Mysteries of history
Anyone who has lived in a small town for any length of time can pretty much assure you that everyone knows everyone else’s business. But, I bet there are still a few things about Presque Isle that today’s residents don’t know.
5 years ago
WW1 draft records
Initially, the United States wanted no part of what we now call World War I. But as war became inevitable the U.S. instituted a draft. All men, young and old, were legally obligated to register with their local draft boards.
5 years ago
Sailing the skies
Northern Maine has a distinct legacy in the history of ballooning. Ballooning itself, the concept of making an object float on air by means of hot air, was discussed as early as the 11th century.
5 years ago
Salmon Season
The intriguing thing about fishing for landlocked salmon in Maine as opposed to trawling from a canoe or river fishing is that it is the closest one gets to Western-style trout fly-fishing. Though we are on a closed freshwater stream — a dam farther downstream forms East Grand Lake — we use the same lightweight tackle and similar small lures.
