Opinion
2 days ago
Stay safe
It’s that time again when genealogists get the urge to visit the burial sites of their ancestors.
1 week ago
Development should start from within
To the editor:
The piece in The County’s May 20 newspaper entitled “Grant contest to boost self-reliant businesses in East Grand region” was in stark contrast to the reporting on meetings for data center development in southern Aroostook
1 week ago
12 years, 12 lessons
To the editor:
“There is a time for everything.” I guess my time has come. As I reflect on 12 years of ministry in this community [at the Hodgdon, Houlton and Mars Hill United Methodist churches], my heart is filled with gratitude
1 week ago
Making life more affordable
To the editor:
Around elections, the issue that most voters usually rank most important is “the economy.” That’s a broad term, but I think what most people mean by it is “life should be more affordable.”
1 week ago
Search engines aren’t created equal
Search engines and the search feature on genealogical websites are invaluable to genealogists. The problem is that no two are exactly alike.
2 weeks ago
Set our own oil prices
To the editor: Dominic Pappalardo, chief multi-asset strategist at Morningstar Wealth, told ABC News that the U.S. is a net exporter of petroleum, meaning the country produces more oil than it consumes. But since oil prices are set on a global market, U.S. prices move in response to swings in worldwide supply and demand. Unfortunately, […]
2 weeks ago
Supporting Garrett Mason
To the editor: In Aroostook County, we know what it means to be overlooked by decision-makers far away. We know the importance of self-reliance, hard work, and leaders who understand rural Maine instead of talking down to it. As a retired potato farmer, I have seen firsthand how state policies affect local communities, from roads […]
2 weeks ago
When you farm, you’ve got to be flexible|
As with any good foundation, women tend to be the cornerstone of farm families, doing the sometimes behind the scenes work that needs to be done.
2 weeks ago
A parent’s gratitude
The first day of school comes quickly for families. It is the day we place our most precious gifts into the hands of someone who begins as a stranger, yet over time becomes so much more.
