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Keeping kids in school

To the Editor: COVID, and the state’s response to it, is negatively impacting student learning and personal growth. It is increasingly apparent that policies around attendance should be looked at

Aviation in The County

Dec. 17 -- Wright Brothers’ Day -- will be the 18th anniversary of Orville and Wilbur Wright’s first successful powered aircraft flight in history. Many others have contributed to the history of the airplane and aviation over the years.

Fixing errors

Have you ever run across an error in a vital record? A misspelled name or a wrong date, perhaps? You know there’s an error but is there anything you can do about it? The answer is maybe.

In support of tribal rights

To the editor: In 2019, state Sen. Mike Carpenter led a bipartisan task force with members representing the state of Maine and the Wabanaki tribes. They came up with 22 recommendations to improve relations between the state and the tribes.

Java and the crow of Maine

I am about to dive into a plate of crow from my last column. A phone call from Susan Fournier, town manager of the three towns of Castle Hill, Mapleton and Chapman clarified the status of the Grange Hall in Castle Hill.

How our holidays adopted European flair

The holidays are indeed a magical time. But have you ever stopped to wonder where all of the traditions we observe during the holidays come from?

Reopening the border, rejuvenating business

At long last, the U.S.-Canada land border reopened Nov. 8 for fully vaccinated Canadians. For many Maine families and small businesses, this day was long awaited.

Let’s keep working to strengthen Maine’s child care system

To the editor: A recent column by Senate President Troy Jackson of Aroostook County, where I am proud to say I was born and raised, cites strengthening child care as a top priority -- and success -- of the last session of Maine’s Legislature.

Grange Hall could still be heart of community

It sits on an eastern slope alongside the State Road. Well over 100 years old, the building has watched as a town has grown and moved on.

Honoring our Maine veterans with action

To truly honor Maine veterans, we must match our words of profound gratitude with action. It’s why my colleagues and I in the Maine Legislature continue to prioritize legislation that supports our veterans, servicemen and women and their families, and Gold Star Families.

Students need a better quarantine learning plan

To the editor: Our students wear masks, they socially distance, they have assigned seating and even more recently pooled testing began. Each layer of COVID mitigation has been mostly accepted, though the hope is that we will see an increase to in-person learning opportunity.

Census release

This year genealogists will have something extra to be thankful for on Thanksgiving Day. In April 2022, the 1950 U.S. Census will be released by the National Archives and Records Administration.

On love and reaching out

I stand in the mirror, unable to believe or even admit that I am 66 years old. That age seemed unattainable to me when I was younger, wittier, faster and vibrant with hope. I smile now at that auburn-haired woman before me.

Get out and have winter fun in Presque Isle

Are you looking for fun and adventure in your life? An escape from the monotonous dregs of the daily grind? Well, look no further -- Presque Isle Recreation and Parks has lots of great outdoor opportunities for all ages this winter.

Border opening a boon for all

To the editor: At long last, and just in time for the holiday season, I’m so pleased to report that the United States/Canadian border is finally open for land travel for fully vaccinated individuals after an extended and damaging closure.

Thank you, and goodbye

By Alexander MacDougall This is my last issue with the Houlton Pioneer Times, as I return to my home state of Massachusetts to start the next phase in my career.

Sweet land of liberty

The value of memory

As the days grow shorter and the holiday season begins, thoughts inevitably turn to the empty spots at tables.

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