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Living life pain-free

Ouch -- you are hurting. The good news is you are not alone. An estimated 100 million Americans suffer from chronic pains of all kinds.

Fort Kent residents won’t vote for Madawaska site

To the Editor: I think the majority of Madawaska residents feel that some sort of school consolidation is needed and a $100 million grant to build a school is a very good opportunity that shouldn’t be passed up.

E. A. Williams cartoon — September 25, 2019

E. A. Williams cartoon — September 25, 2019

Guns, fear and political manipulation

To the editor: In the last 49 years there have been more deaths by gun than all deaths by war in American history - 1.5 million U.S. citizens killed by guns while 1.2 million have died in all American conflicts combined, according to an article in The Independent.

UMPI’s Upward Bound class thrives in preserved program

As Maine and our nation face the challenge of a transforming global economy, it is more essential than ever that the door to higher education is open to all, regardless of economic status. For more than 50 years, federal programs called TRIO have been the key to educational opportunity for many low-income or first-generation students.

Century-old editorial commends local news

Editor’s note: We found this editorial piece in an October 1919 newspaper while researching for our From Our Files features. One hundred years later, we feel it still reflects our mission to serve our communities.

I missed the northern lights (Or did I?)

Have you ever woken up, looked at your phone or computer, and seen pictures of the northern lights from the previous night that you missed because you were sleeping? Well, you might not have missed them.

Grateful for landowners who support public access

Some of the best outdoor adventures rely on the right mix of public and private lands.

A return trip to grade school

As much as I hate to admit this, it was -- gasp -- 50 years ago this month that I set off at 4 years old, in my little blue plaid dress with matching hair ribbon, for my first day at Gouldville School.

Logging your research

I took a recent webinar which stressed the importance of using a research log to track progress in your searches. A research log allows you to list all sources and what you found or didn’t find.

A matter of identity

To the editor: Being social organisms we humans tend to want to socialize with those most similar to us, who think like us, who have the same, or nearly the same, ethical, political, religious and moral values.

Acrobatic September smallmouth bass on flies

Ounce for ounce, pound for pound, smallmouth bass are the most acrobatic, aerobatic, fighting fish in northern Maine. Nicknamed “bronzebacks,” these fish remain aggressive and active regardless of warm, shallow water conditions, while most other gamefish school up and become lethargic.

Celebrating the history of thriving communities in Aroostook County

In Aroostook County, we are known for our work ethic, our hospitality and our vast rural landscape. It’s a reputation that reflects both the spirit of our people and our values.

Happy birthday, St. John Valley ~ Bonne fête, Vallée Saint-Jean

A group of refugees came here more than 230 years ago. They landed somewhere around Saint David and were welcomed by local residents who helped them settle down.

Work ethic needs polishing

It’s time to come clean and let everyone in on my secret past. I hail from a long line of -- wait for it -- people who work.

Looking toward lower drug prices

Rising drug prices are hitting Mainers hard. My constituents tell me regularly that they are struggling to afford their prescriptions at the pharmacy.

From Our Files – Week of September 2, 2019

50 Years Ago -- September 4, 1969 Madawaska Board Votes To Publish Events -- The Madawaska School Board has voted to give out all news of school business and events as part of the philosophy of keeping citizens informed on the important issue of education.

Logging program trains future forestry workers

Maine’s timber industry is an integral part of our economy and continues to be the primary economic driver of countless rural communities throughout our state.

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