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A few observations from a summer spent in recovery

After detailing the start of the summer with a wild, midnight ambulance trip for a broken leg, the summer was spent in recovery. Still healing but not letting things get in the way.

Family feuds

Everyone knows the story of Romeo and Juliet, star-crossed lovers immortalized by Shakespeare, separated by family feuds. Most of you have also heard of the Hatfields and the McCoys, Appalachian clans who took potshots at each other.

All things brown

I have never been a fan of the color brown, so I was quite surprised when just about 2 1/2 years ago, I went into a local furniture store and decided to purchase a sofa, loveseat, stuffed chair and ottoman -- all in the color brown with just a faint linear olive green stripe.

Protecting those who protect us

On Sept. 11 every year, our country pauses to mourn those we lost on that day in 2001. We also remember all the first responders who lost their lives as a result of trying to help those in need.

Will dry summer affect fall color?

It has been an incredibly dry summer in Aroostook County, and that has some folks wondering how the annual fall foliage show may be affected.

A spoonful of sugar

“Thank you, sweetheart. Have a great day!” I accepted my receipt from the young attendant at the drive-through window, and drove ahead to pick up my order.

Measuring success with innovation

In 2005, I was invited to Houlton to speak with a group of people about our efforts in establishing a private school in Presque Isle.

Here back East

The day was overcast but still warm for September. I was in shorts and a well-worn wool plaid shirt--one of my standbys from fishing trips past. Andy, my friend and local guide, was waiting anxiously beside his trailer when I pulled up.

PQI ‘Ready-to-Fly’

The safety of all passengers and staff remains our top priority here at Presque Isle International Airport (PQI). We continue to follow the recommendations of the Centers for Disease Control related to sanitizing high-touch, high-traffic areas.

Supporting Maine’s forest products industry

Throughout Maine’s history, our forest products industry has created good-paying jobs, driven local economies and sustained rural communities.

Here back east

The day was overcast but still warm for September. I was in shorts and a well-worn wool plaid shirt--one of my standbys from fishing trips past. Andy, my friend and local guide, was waiting anxiously beside his trailer when I pulled up.

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

An interesting debate

Cone of uncertainty

With respect to hurricanes, have you ever heard of the “forecast cone”? Well, I’m going to tell you where to find it, and how to interpret it, because it instantly clarifies where a hurricane is heading.

One cup away from dignified

Dignity is a fleeting thing. Especially when one loses it in the blink of an eye.

Just like you, I want to get back to work

I don’t know anyone who likes to leave work half-done. But when the Maine Legislature adjourned early in March because of the COVID-19 pandemic, that’s what we did.

Large families

Today the ideal family size is two parents and two children, but years ago families were much larger. In my research I’ve frequently encountered families with 15 or more children.

Tax bills are in the mail

Much has happened since my last article including the July 20 tax commitment. The annual tax bills have been mailed and are currently due. Interest will start on any balance unpaid after September 30, 2020.

Downtown Presque Isle’s 30-year vision

Momentum is building to revitalize downtown Presque Isle. The City of Presque Isle has been formulating a new 30-year vision to address economic reinvestment within our downtown.

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