Letters to the Editor

2 weeks ago

Presque Isle is the place to be

To the editor:
Having coffee Saturday morning after a windy night before, I glanced out our living room window to see something during the night had changed our neighborhood.

1 month ago

On disobeying unlawful orders

To the editor:
There are six lawmakers urging members of our military to disobey unlawful orders. It is true that in certain circumstances disobeying orders is allowed.

1 month ago

Maine needs diverse power sources

To the editor:
Up here in Aroostook County, energy issues are a part of everyday life. They affect what families pay each month and what businesses can afford to do.

1 month ago

Presque Isle’s 2025 miracle

To the editor:
A Presque Isle Christmas miracle has come in 2025: the resurrection of the Nordic center.

1 month ago

Relief for families that rely on SNAP

To the editor:
In recent weeks, many families in our community have expressed relief that the SNAP program is fully functioning again. For parents trying to stretch every dollar and keep food on the table, SNAP is often the support that allows them to remain financially stable during temporary hardships.

1 month ago

Are we seeing socialism?

To the editor:
We have a new breed of leaders entering the political arena in our country. Many are young and fiery.

1 month ago

A duty of leaders

To the editor:

“We know you are under enormous pressure,” six members of Congress said in a video released Nov. 19, but “your vigilance is critical and know that we have your back.”

2 months ago

Celebrating family caregivers

To the editor:
November is Maine Family Caregivers Month — a time to recognize the thousands of Mainers who provide unpaid care to loved ones.

3 months ago

Your Vote Matters on Nov. 4

To the editor:
Election Day is Tuesday, Nov. 4, and AARP Maine urges all Mainers to make their voices heard by casting a ballot.

3 months ago

Kudos to Doug Clapp

To the editor: 
Doug Clapp is an amazing example of the impact a teacher can have on students.