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Ensuring the safety of cosmetics and other personal care products

In 2014, a 9-year-old girl in Colorado used a new shampoo her mother purchased because it was advertised as being extra gentle and made without harsh chemicals. She stopped using it after just three washes when her hair began falling out in clumps.

Severe blood shortage

To the editor: As uncertain as the past year has been, one constant has been the need for lifesaving blood. Many people rely on the generosity of volunteer donors to help receive the blood and platelet transfusions they rely on. However, our supply is at a critical level right now.

Choose to be happy

We cannot always be sweet. What a revelation that is. Everyday life and human nature very often put a wrinkle in our resolve to handle everything with a smile as we go humming along the pathway of life.

Congress must support technical education

To the editor: I am excited to see Congress seeking to invest in Maine’s future through a bold investment package supporting the upgrade and growth of our state’s infrastructure.

Maine lawmakers must stand up to Big Pharma

About 9,000 Mainers get the horrible news that they have some form of cancer every year. In 2016, one of those Mainers was a young woman in Limestone, who learned that she had breast cancer.

Myths of Ellis Island

Ellis Island has the mystique of being the premier port of entry for immigrants. But many of the stories about the island have no foundation in fact. If you think your ancestors entered the U.S. through Ellis Island, you could be right -- or are you?

The love button

As we, as a County people, emerge from the clutches of COVID, I find myself challenged to reflect upon what was lost and what was gained over the months of mourning and method whether mental or physical.

Patois: more of the letter D

J' commence quissement a croire que la frontière international pourais ouvrir un jour. Ca fait tellement longtemps qu'ont a pas cousiné d'un bôrd a l'autre.

The importance of lives

To the editor: The ongoing printed contest/debate between the liberal sect and the conservative sect in our nation continues with many savants on both sides, the latest contest being that of language.

The symbol in a sparkle

What does a diamond symbolize in the world we live in today? Wealth? Power? The flaunting of a societal position or booming success? Does the size of the diamond increase with the intensity of the commitment? Is it a gauge that measures the potency of love?

Big screen time returns

I entered the lobby of the movie theatre, immediately dazzled by the aroma of fresh popcorn. Beneath my feet, newly refreshed, plush carpet welcomed me as we stepped up to the counter and purchased our tickets.

Start research a step at a time

Are you interested in learning about your genealogy but leery you will have to purchase software or dedicate a great deal of time and money? Or is that you don’t know where to start? If so, this column is for you.

Another point of view

To the editor: Regarding Paul Cyr’s comment in the Times on June 16: “Anyone who says, ‘All human lives matter’ and cannot bring themselves to say ‘Black lives matter’ is simply emulating Mike Pence, whom many believe to be a long-standing Republican white supremacist.

Supporting ‘Havana Syndrome’ victims

Our nation has an obligation to support the patriots who defend our freedom and way of life. In the Senate, I have long worked to strengthen health care and education benefits for veterans.

A thought on race and life

To the editor: Anyone who says “All human life matters” and cannot bring themselves to say “Black lives matter” is simply emulating Mike Pence, whom many believe to be a long-standing racist Republican white supremacist.

Welcome border news

To the editor: Like U.S. Senator Susan Collins, I too welcome the news that New Brunswick has begun to make plans to reopen the border between Maine and New Brunswick.

Finding hope in a metaphor

It was apparent that the self-contained camper had been abandoned long ago. Each time I went out exploring (riding around secondary roads in the area), I noticed the deserted vessel sitting serenely in its exclusive spot.

In praise of former administration

To the editor: Paul Cyr of Madawaska claims the gas price increase started under the Trump administration. Wrong. I paid $2.16 a gallon under Trump and am now paying $3.07 under “confused” Joe Biden.

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