Those of you who read this column regularly know that I’m always advising genealogists to tap into local resources that may not have an online presence but may have materials that will help you in your research. One of my favorites is local newspapers.
In an unprecedented move toward ending houselessness within the city, the Presque Isle City Council, in partnership with city staff, has taken decisive and compassionate action over the last month to respond to the growing encampment crisis with the seriousness it demands.
How might things have been done in other places? This question underlies many a real reason to travel. Put on the backpack, open the eyes, see what is happening.
To the editor:
I would like to extend appreciation and gratitude to the dedicated employees of Caribou Utilities District and the water and wastewater professionals serving communities throughout Aroostook County.
Throughout our lifetime, we experience a gamut of emotions. Perhaps the one that lingers the longest and causes the most sleepless nights is regret.
Now that the Houlton Pioneer Times, The Star-Herald, the Aroostook Republican & News and the St. John Valley Times have become The County, I thought information on making reservations through the Presque Isle International Airport might be of interest to readers throughout the region.
Where does the time go? I have asked myself that very question when I recognize changes to every part of me: my brain, my physical strength, my body’s shape, my memory, and an abundance of additional conditions much too numerous to list.
To the editor:
Recently a good friend of mine became a U.S. citizen, one of 28 persons from 23 countries. I find great hope in this, for my friend but for this country.
Mon oncle pi ma tante restais pas loin de la station su’l’bôrd du traque a Grand Isle.
If you’re new to genealogy you may not have heard of the USGenWeb project. Founded in 1996, it’s a free site located at www.usgenweb.org and hosted by volunteers.
