Editorials

6 days ago

Artificial intelligence

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has exploded on the scene seemingly from nowhere. It’s generating a great deal of concern and fear. We’re hearing it’s either the greatest thing since the invention of sliced bread or the ultimate destructor of humankind. 

2 weeks ago

Mars and The County’s solar system

In honor of Mars Day, which was March 5, and with the upcoming total solar eclipse to be viewable from our area on April 8, it is only fitting that one thinks about the Solar System Model going along U.S. Route 1 from Houlton to Presque Isle. 

3 weeks ago

Irish ties

I was recently asked about researching Irish ancestors in the “old country.”  With St. Patrick’s Day approaching in March, perhaps it’s a good time to offer advice about this. 

3 weeks ago

How John Allen helped shape Maysville

According to an 1895 local newspaper article, “No full write-up of Aroostook County would be complete without some mention of the late John Allen. He came from Franklin County to Aroostook in 1839.

3 weeks ago

The winter life of trees

Bears, as most schoolchildren know, hibernate during the winter. Some animals slow down, while others strategize eating and sleeping patterns. Many birds fly south; perennials hunker down, annuals wither and die.

1 month ago

La confesse

Allez vous a confesse a tous les premiérs vendredi du mois vous autres quand vous étiez dans la petite école? Nous autres a Grand isle les soeurs nous marchais de Lincoln School tous drette a l’église a l’autre bôre du ch’min.

1 month ago

Origins of Valentine’s Day

As Valentine’s Day approaches wives and sweethearts are awaiting flowers, candy or other gifts. It was different for our great-grandparents. They may have gotten a card or nothing at all. 

1 month ago

Remembering Dr. Boone

Dr. Sherman Willard Boone moved to Presque Isle from Fredericton, New Brunswick to practice medicine in 1887. He practiced medicine here for 46 years before retiring in 1932.

2 months ago

Border crossings

When someone legally crossed a national border, it left records. Such records can provide valuable information about our ancestors and relatives. Genealogists know about passport applications, but not all have used border crossing records. Let’s take a look at how they might help you. 

2 months ago

A trail of treasures

Surely one of Houlton’s treasures in the Riverfront Trail. Every time I walk it, I am grateful for its beauty and peace, and I say a word of thanks to those whose efforts, money and skill created and help to maintain this gem.