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Let’s keep working to strengthen Maine’s child care system

To the editor: A recent column by Senate President Troy Jackson of Aroostook County, where I am proud to say I was born and raised, cites strengthening child care as a top priority -- and success -- of the last session of Maine’s Legislature.

Reopening the border, rejuvenating business

At long last, the U.S.-Canada land border reopened Nov. 8 for fully vaccinated Canadians. For many Maine families and small businesses, this day was long awaited.

Census release

This year genealogists will have something extra to be thankful for on Thanksgiving Day. In April 2022, the 1950 U.S. Census will be released by the National Archives and Records Administration.

Honoring our Maine veterans with action

To truly honor Maine veterans, we must match our words of profound gratitude with action. It’s why my colleagues and I in the Maine Legislature continue to prioritize legislation that supports our veterans, servicemen and women and their families, and Gold Star Families.

Time out

To the editor: Simple question from a pretty old man (78) living up here in Madawaska living on Social Security and little else: About a year or so ago, I would drive down the street to my local auto fuel dealer and fill ’er up at $1.88 per gallon and maybe buy a six-pack.

Thinking beyond gifts

To the editor: The rumor is: no Christmas this year. All the presents are anchored offshore in import containers and we simply can’t get at them.

In support of climate change measures

To the editor: From my years serving in Augusta, I know that real change takes hard work and compromise, which is why I’m glad that we have Jared Golden serving on our behalf in Washington, D.C. Congress has the chance to pass a bill to finally address climate change at the national level.

On love and reaching out

I stand in the mirror, unable to believe or even admit that I am 66 years old. That age seemed unattainable to me when I was younger, wittier, faster and vibrant with hope. I smile now at that auburn-haired woman before me.

Border opening a boon for all

To the editor: At long last, and just in time for the holiday season, I’m so pleased to report that the United States/Canadian border is finally open for land travel for fully vaccinated individuals after an extended and damaging closure.

Toute la lettre F d’un coup

Deb F. de Madawaska a posté ceci sur VisageLivre (LOL) pi elle me la envoyé aussi. Elle a trouvé ça a travers des papiers a sa mére. Mais ça vien de son grandpére qui étais bûcheron.

Wonders of the woods

I love being in the woods. This is something I have just recently discovered, by the way. As a child, exploring the wooded area surrounding my grandmother’s home, I took every tree, wildflower, and small forest creature for granted.

Maine people set the agenda in Augusta this year

Maine people should be the ones who set the political agenda in Augusta and D.C., not well-paid lobbyists, special interests or political hacks. But we know that this isn’t always the case.

Supporting council candidates

To the editor: Jody Smith cast the tie-breaking vote to place on a future local ballot whether Caribou would expend up to $10 million for a new police department building. While questions of this sort should always go to the voters and taxpayers, this is putting the cart before the horse.

Candidates earn writer’s support

To the editor: There are two seats open on the city council this election. Lately I have had several people ask me who they should vote for, and my answer to them is that I would rather tell them who I intend to vote for.

Protect the right to food

To the editor: We are farmers and have been farming organically in Aroostook County for 45 years. We will be voting yes on Question 3, the “Right to Food” constitutional amendment and we hope you will vote yes as well.

Maine State Archives

I recently attended a webinar given by the new Maine State Archivist Katherine McBrien. It was terrific, highly informative of what’s happening at the archives and what’s being planned.

Veterinary care shortage is complicated

To the editor: There has been quite a bit of comment lately about a shortage of veterinary care in The County. I can't speak for other practices but I would like to offer my point of view.

Preventing nursing home closures and protecting patients’ access to care

The COVID pandemic has taken an enormous toll on our health care providers, particularly long-term care facilities and rural hospitals. Four Maine nursing homes announced in September that they would be shutting their doors, displacing more than 100 residents, and many other long-term care facilities are struggling to stay open.

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