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Election’s lingering effects

To the editor: Evidence of widespread election fraud, according to the mainstream media, hasn’t been found. Really? On election night and the three days following I witnessed, just watching [on television] what happened at Philadelphia’s and Detroit’s election headquarters, enough fraud to totally reverse the results of their tallies.

Never miss the chance to share a good story

Even though Halloween is over for another year, this story stays with me.

In appreciation of community support

To the editor: 2020 was Houlton’s first-ever 40 Days for Life Fall campaign, part of the 588 cities in 63 countries worldwide.

Not in Maine. Please, not in Maine.

We Mainers are, if anything, great cheerleaders for the underdog. We root for the one who comes from behind, who defies all odds to achieve, to survive, to triumph.

The tales school records can tell

In the first half of the 20th century most people graduated from eighth grade and went to work. Others continued through high school or other training. How do you learn more about their experiences?

Overcoming women’s unique barriers to retirement security

As a senator representing the oldest state in the nation by median age, one of my highest priorities is to improve retirement security for older Americans today and for generations to come.

Behind door No. 2? Maybe your life

Emergency! Everyone out, quick! Oh, no -- I can't open the door, because someone has nailed it shut!

E. A. Williams cartoon – Week of November 9, 2020

Rock 'em, sock 'em politics

Hikers can visit fire tower cabs on these three Maine mountains

The Bureau of Parks and Lands recently installed new fire tower cabs on Allagash, Round Pond (T13 R12) and Deboullie mountains. These projects have been in the planning stages for many years.

Lettre B (1e partie)

As you probably already know, many years ago, more specifically, until 1967, most St. John Valley students were punished for speaking French on school grounds.

Let’s get back to business

To the editor: I greatly appreciated the letters last week from Chris Martin and Judy Dinsmore. How wonderful to view the "other side" for a "fair and balanced" story.

E. A. Williams cartoon – Week of November 2, 2020

Awating the results...

In praise of political mailers

Nobody works harder in an election year than the men and women who produce campaign mailers. This army of graphic designers and writers toil night and day to put together succinct, meaningful messages crucial to voters looking to make an informed choice.

Renew for access

Every September I know it’s time to renew my Genealogical Researcher Card with the state of Maine.

Collins deserves our support

To the editor: As a small business owner and fellow County girl, I am incredibly proud to be represented by Senator Susan Collins in Washington.

Harnish will work for us

To the editor: I am so pleased to vote for Kathryn Harnish to represent District 144 in Augusta.

Let’s get back to the business at hand

To the editor: I’ve been reading all the bashing in the letters to the editor about Doug Morrell, from those who want him recalled. I read these letters and shake my head as to the importance some of you put on Mr. Morrell saying slang words or comments like “heads will roll.”

Where to find city information

The Caribou Municipal Building was closed for a few days in early October as a precaution and it raised thoughts about citizens who might be uncomfortable coming into the office.

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