Opinion

2 years ago

Gearing up for economic growth

Presque Isle International Airport’s (PQI) new passenger terminal is expected to have a significant impact on local economic growth by creating jobs, attracting new business, boosting tourism and facilitating trade.  

2 years ago

Thoughts on Main Street

To the editor:
I’m behind an Amish buggy in the right-hand lane. To my left is a large piece of farm equipment; on the sidewalk, someone on a Rascal is speeding past.

2 years ago

Spending is out of control

To the editor:
Here we are, a nation nearly exhausted from the grinds of war — World War I, WWI, Korea, Vietnam, Afghanistan, etc. — on the verge of WW3 with a national debt of some $33 trillion dollars, and what do we do?

2 years ago

Helping our older residents thrive

Research shows that as we age, most of us want to remain in the communities we know and love, with access to essential services that support a healthy, fulfilling life.

2 years ago

‘Haints’ ain’t for the faint

Ghosts and ghouls haunt the dark recesses of our minds. In times of crisis they come out and create a few moments of anxiety. 

2 years ago

Thoughts on Main Street

To the editor:
If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it. Here are three gems I’ve heard about the Main Street renovation.

2 years ago

McLaughlin has my vote

For the past eight years, I’ve done my best to ensure the voices from The County were heard in Augusta.