3 days ago

Presque Isle should seek more collaboration with neighboring communities

The September Presque Isle City Council meeting featured State Rep. Trey Stewart giving an update on happenings in Augusta.

1 week ago

Vote to support Troy Jackson

Troy Jackson can be trusted to take action in support of the people of Maine Senate District 1. Jackson is one of us, a hard worker who understands the challenge of raising a family and trying to get ahead in a business and trade climate that does not always favor logging or agriculture.

1 week ago

Thankful for good people

I was sure I was going to die March 10. A heart attack dropped me to my knees, a crushing pressure in my chest. Sandy got me to my feet, to the car and rushed me to TAMC’s [The Aroostook Medical Center’s] ER.

1 week ago

Remembering Gerald Jackins

I was saddened today to learn of the passing of Gerald Jackins [of Houlton]. He was a classic “Northern Maine all-around good guy.”

1 week ago

Elderly housing project a boon

I wish to express my sincere thanks to the members of the Hilltop School Elderly Housing LLC and to the Caribou city manager for bringing this project back on line for the benefit of the seniors of the community. It is something that was needed in Caribou.

2 weeks ago

Reflections on 50-mile Kennedy legacy hike in Aroostook

To the editor: Five long years ago, on Aug. 31, 2013, four intrepid men and one wonder woman boldly and locally bid to revive the spirit of the New Frontier declared by the late President John F. Kennedy in 1963

1 month ago

Supporting Farnsworth for House District 145

To the editor: With the continued losses in working-age population and jobs in Aroostook County, we need legislative representatives who can bring fresh ideas and break the gridlock of partisanship that has stifled growth.

1 month ago

We need to protect Medicare system

For over half a century, Americans have paid into the Medicare system with the expectation that they will have access to health care in retirement.

2 months ago

Caribou could fix River Road with recycled materials

I was just in Caribou for the high school Class of '68 reunion and was dismayed to find that to replace the section of River Road would cost the city more than $2 million.

2 months ago

Make Bond first choice in voting booth

The voters of Maine's 2nd Congressional District will have a serendipitous opportunity this November.

2 months ago

A fan of Trump’s policies

I’ve just got to say it: “I am tremendously proud of our president.” Donald Trump made many promises during his campaign and, in the first two years of his presidency, he has tackled at least three-quarters of them.

2 months ago

A little food helps so much

There is a food crisis in Presque Isle. Shelves that were once full are frighteningly empty. That’s the new reality at food banks across Presque Isle.

2 months ago

Rescue the children

Hurrah! A cooperative worldwide effort to rescue Thailand children trapped in a flooded cave rescued them all in less than 3 weeks from the time they entered the cave to the time of their rescue.

2 months ago

Hold off on Supreme Court nominee until Russian probe over

I urge U.S. Sen. Susan Collins to join with Democrats and block any Supreme Court justice nomination until the Russian investigation is complete.

2 months ago

Collins, consistency, and climate change

In the fall, U.S. Sen. Susan Collins announced on the Senate floor that ignoring climate change is ‘simply not an option,’

3 months ago

Star City has a lot to like

I like the city of Presque Isle. I like driving down Main Street. When I do, I notice things.

3 months ago

Using city funds for hangar a bad deal

Last week the Star-Herald had two contrasting stories.

3 months ago

Poliquin values career over country

By most measures, Rep. Bruce Poliquin is a very successful man: Harvard-educated, self-made multi-millionaire, and twice elected to Congress. You might also consider him a successful politician, but I do not.