10 months ago
New insight into DNA
For years we’ve been told that MtDNA (maternal DNA) is passed from mother to children, both male and female, but only daughters pass it on to their own children.
Opinion
10 months ago
Being prepared for winter roads
Winter is upon us once more. Mother Nature will soon transform our city streets and roadways into white paths that are slippery and dangerous. We will see wind, snow, ice, sleet, freezing rain and bitter cold temperatures.
11 months ago
Le temps des fetes
On dirais qu’on est tous l’temps dans l’temps des fêtes. Surtout pendant Halloween, Thanksgiving, Noël, pi toute suite après, le jour de l’an.
11 months ago
Keeping Presque Isle’s facilities strong
The city of Presque Isle is fortunate to have an experienced and dedicated Facilities Department working behind the scenes to keep our community’s buildings, parks, trails and event spaces operating safely and efficiently.
11 months 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.
11 months 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.
11 months ago
Presque Isle’s 2025 miracle
To the editor:
A Presque Isle Christmas miracle has come in 2025: the resurrection of the Nordic center.
11 months 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.
11 months ago
New challenges for funeral records
At the September meeting of the Wassebec Genealogical Society, Ethan Annis of the Lary Funeral Home spoke about trends regarding funerals.
11 months 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.
