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Phony patriotism

Enough is enough. I apologize but I can no longer idly stand by as our country is torn apart by delusion and alternative reality.

An anonym in Presque Isle

To that end, the following is my opinion of a colorful Facebook group, the “Concerned Citizens of Presque Isle.”

Successful spring fishing: a weighty subject

There is one proven tactic that will increase an angler’s odds of putting a bait near more fish and therefore producing more action -- weight.

A word on the COVID-19 crisis

For many of us, the days since COVID-19 entered Maine have felt like an alternate reality. As with any transition in life, it’s important that we take some time to reflect on what’s changed, and to remember all the things that have stayed the same.

Amid crisis, everyday heroes are all around us

What I can tell you, however, is that in times like this, there are everyday heroes all around us. You need only look around or thumb through the pages of the paper to find them.

Alone together

As with many difficult situations, there will always be those who will try to take advantage of the situation.

E.A. Williams Cartoon: Something extra in the basement …

Trampling on our rights

As an Aroostook County business owner, I ask: How long do you think the people of the state of Maine and the United States will tolerate their rights being trampled?

Appreciates Sen. Collins’ efforts

Fortunately, Sen. Susan Collins understands our struggles intimately and has been working hard to protect our livelihoods.

Boundary line work

The Allagash Wilderness Waterway has over 200 miles of boundary lines. These lines mark the edge of the AWW restricted zone or state of Maine ownership.

Class of 2020 endures tough final year

One group that won’t be able to get this time back is the graduating Class of 2020. This year’s senior class is missing out on so many “last time” events following the abrupt closures of schools back on March 16.

It’s a bird, it’s a plane … it’s a supermoon

Seems like you hear more about “supermoons” than you used to. So, exactly what are they, and just what makes them so “super”?

Tax changes, blight and the census

Isn’t it wonderful that calendar spring has arrived and soon the snow will melt, ushering in that fifth Maine season – mud season?

Join in these state bicentennial events

Presque Isle Downtown Revitalization Committee funded six bicentennial banners, which will soon be placed up around the downtown.

Never assume

Moral to my story: never assume, always verify and make 100 percent sure the ancestor in question is really yours.

E.A. Williams: Rethinking the bear hunt

Working together to lessen risk

The use of these masks would help by preventing asymptomatic carriers of the virus from spreading infected droplets as easily and would protect everyone.

In times of crisis, we must take care of each other

The State House may be closed, but my staff, my colleagues and I are all working hard remotely to make sure Maine people are taken care of during this public health crisis.

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