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Tracing New England colonial roots

You may have run across the initials NEHGS in a footnote or heard someone refer to “Hist Gen” and wondered what they are.

Border Outpost: Father Empey

I don’t know what inspires me to look things up when they could come back to haunt, but this is different.

Always two sides to a story

I once said I don’t mind being misquoted as long as I am given the opportunity to correct, so here we go again.

What the Legislature did and didn’t do this year

With the Maine Legislature inching closer to adjourning for the year, it’s a good time to update constituents on what my colleagues and I have achieved and what work remains unfinished.

In the face of challenges, Maine communities unite

I’ve often said that Maine feels like one large small town. From the coast to the forest, cities to small rural towns, we all share one incredibly important thing: our sense of community.

Now is good time to hone shooting skills with target practice|

Around the time I turned 8 years old, my father began to teach me about guns, shooting, hunting and especially firearm safety.

An ongoing attempt to undermine the Affordable Care Act

I’m about to make a statement that shouldn’t seem radical to anyone. Ready?

Border Outpost: Community

Yes, it was something my mother said offhandedly, not prompted by any question as to the reason why.

Rainy day, dream away

Every day, I walk before work, and I set a fast pace, and go for about 80 minutes. I do it all year long, no matter the weather.

Political right residing in Emerald City

Dorothy from “The Wizard of Oz” had it right: “Toto, I’ve a feeling we’re not in Kansas anymore.”

Hold off on Supreme Court nominee until Russian probe over

I urge U.S. Sen. Susan Collins to join with Democrats and block any Supreme Court justice nomination until the Russian investigation is complete.

Putting Maine workers first requires action

On Independence Day, we celebrate our nation’s heritage and our American values.

Collins, consistency, and climate change

In the fall, U.S. Sen. Susan Collins announced on the Senate floor that ignoring climate change is ‘simply not an option,’ but the United States is currently facing potential cut-backs from the Environmental Protection Agency on our Clean Car Standards.

Many made Four Corners Park shine

To the editor: It would be a shame not to mention the selfless efforts and volunteerism the Madawaska Four Corners Park received on June 23, 2018.

Family separation isn’t complicated; it’s wrong

Immigration is a complicated issue with countless complicated problems, from increased border security to the status of DACA recipients who have only ever known this country.

Maine Acadian Day

June 28 is still Maine Acadian Day.

Not for all the tea in St. David

Nous avons passé deux semaines en France. Non, on a pas eu peur. On se sentais très secure.

Separation: right or wrong?

Have you ever noticed sometimes that no matter what you do it’s wrong? I know you married guys out there can relate to this; I know I can.

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