6 days ago

A lesson in Russian, perhaps?

To the editor: Should we be teaching in our schools the Russian language along with Spanish? Maybe not so much Spanish if President Trump has his way with immigration.

1 week ago

Disappearing work ethic

To the editor: As per the article “Work ethic needs polishing” [Walkabout Aroostook by Paula Brewer, Sept. 4] -- We used to have a work ethic. Now it is replaced by a very strong sense of entitlement.

1 week ago

What has happened to mankind?

To the editor: On Sunday, Oct. 20, 2019, at 1 p.m., my granddaughter, Hadley, who is a brain cancer survivor, was crossing Academy Street from Canterbury Street to go cat-sit a neighbor’s cat. She lost her balance in the middle of Academy Street because of the ruts in the road. Hadley fell face-first with injuries to her face, knees and arms.

2 weeks ago

Who really benefits from school consolidation?

To the editor: It has been five years since Citizens Organization for Rural Education embarked on its mission to help sustain local education in Danforth, Weston and the surrounding area of rural eastern Maine.

3 weeks ago

Less political expense, more representation

To the editor:  I cannot understand why, after a U.S. president is elected to represent all Americans, they are allowed to do what they are allowed to do.  

3 weeks ago

Referee/official shortages could impact games

To the editor, The shortages of quality coaches and officials/referees/umpires are both a result of many aspects of the game, including sportsmanship and opportunity. The headlines currently address sportsmanship among the coaches and fans toward the officials to be most of the reasons for the shortages.

3 weeks ago

Considering a regional ambulance service

In 2017 Presque Isle started a city ambulance service.  The objective was to make money to subsidize the cost of the full-time fire department.

3 weeks ago

Nov. 5: time for a change

On Tuesday, Nov. 5, the voters of Caribou have an opportunity to replace two sitting members of the Caribou City Council who have served on the city council for a combined total of nineteen years.

3 weeks ago

Nov. 5: time for a change

To the editor: On Tuesday, Nov. 5, the voters of Caribou have an opportunity to replace two sitting members of the Caribou City Council who have served on the city council for a combined total of nineteen years.

1 month ago

Opting for change in Caribou

To the editor: The city manager during the 2019 mill rate setting meeting stated that, next year, Caribou’s mill rate would be increasing 3 mills, which would set the 2020 mill rate at 27.55 mills if the city manager’s words hold true.  Change is needed in Caribou.

1 month ago

Autumn leaves

To the editor: In my mind’s eye, I begin to frame the photograph. A sturdy maple tree, resplendent in the vibrant fall colors, will be in the forefront of the photograph. With the color of Mother Nature’s wild paintbrush so evident, I realize black-and-white film will not do.

1 month ago

Please support Maine retirees

To the editor: During the recent legislative session, Maine lawmakers passed a bill, LD 1104, with bipartisan support, that will guarantee that retired public school teachers and state employees receive their full benefit. Governor Mills has not signed the bill into law.

1 month ago

Nothing but top-notch care from Maine Veterans Home in Caribou

At 76 years old, you don't want to break a leg, then have a bunch of screws and plates put in that leg and while doing so, have a pacemaker put in your chest because your heart was stopping. This is exactly what happened to me about eight weeks ago.

1 month ago

Sen. King not only listened but shared ideas for dealing with Big Pharma

I came to Presque Isle from Thomaston this week so I could join other AARP members in attending an important meeting with U.S. Sen. Angus King.

2 months ago

Maine’s record high

To the editor: Maine recently set a record high temperature and a record low temperature. 

2 months ago

Supports school board candidate

To the editor: I just wanted to say that I was very happy when Paul Saija told me that he was running again for a another term on Presque Isle [SAD 1] school board.

2 months ago

We need a solution for medical expenses

To the editor: As Congress returns to work again, taking up the issue of surprise medical bills will present itself. I hope our leaders, like Senator Susan Collins, will hold insurance companies accountable for their role in this problem. 

2 months ago

Stewart is wrong about airport infrastructure

To the editor: In an Aug. 23 column, Rep. Trey Stewart (R-Presque Isle) argued that airports were currently flush with money and that the solutions to the airport infrastructure plan being considered in Washington would be bad for rural Mainers. He is wrong on both accounts.