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Never miss the chance to share a good story

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

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.

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.

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.

Water, where were you this summer?

All summer long, we just couldn't seem to buy a good region-wide, soaking rain, and, not surprisingly, severe drought set in.

E. A. Williams cartoon – Week of October 26, 2020

Senatorial road wars

Bringing transparency and lower costs to health care

In nearly every industry, we are able to shop for goods and services by comparing publicly available price and quality information. From buying shoes to building a house, we expect to know the full price of what we are purchasing before we buy it.

Looking out for our neighbors during Domestic Violence Awareness Month

Everyone deserves a safe place to call home -- a place where we can be ourselves, relax, and feel accepted and loved. The sad truth is that for many people across our state, this is not a reality.

Cooking with Susie Q – Week of October 19, 2020

I am sharing these recipes sent in a while ago. I’m not sure if we will get a chance to share it at a football gathering, but maybe we can plan a movie marathon with a few very close friends or family.

Halves and steps

Sometime or other the kinship feature in your genealogical software will indicate that someone is a half-cousin or half-sibling. If you’re new to genealogy this may puzzle you.

Senator Collins has changed

To the editor: In 1996, Susan Collins vowed she’d serve no more than two terms, then return to Maine and let someone else take her place. She is now running for her fifth term.

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