Opinion

1 month ago

The treasures libraries hold

A recent article in the National Genealogical Society magazine dealt with hidden gems found in public libraries.

1 month ago

The country must reset its morals

To the editor:

As a resident of Maine and The County, I feel inspired to express my concern regarding the story of little Hercules. (Wednesday, Dec. 31, The County print edition – Ed.)

2 months 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.

2 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.

2 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.  

3 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.

3 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. 

3 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.

3 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.

3 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.