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Budget bill would boost area

To the editor: On behalf of the St. John Valley Chamber of Commerce & Tourism, I write to commit our support of the pending budget bill which is currently being assembled in Congress for a vote in late September.

Want to make a difference? Volunteer

A volunteer is someone who willingly, without pay, does something to benefit others or to further a cause. In addition to helping others, it also benefits the volunteer by reducing stress, combatting depression, and increasing self-confidence.

A very successful 43rd Acadian Festival

To the editor: Beginning with "Party du Main Street" there was a spirit of community, a breath of fresh air, much needed during our trying times with COVID 19. It felt like a big family having fun with the variety of events for every age group-- kids, teens, adults and seniors.The different venues of music were spectacular.

Changes coming to airport

United Airlines began service to the Presque Isle International Airport (PQI) in July of 2018. Since the beginning CommutAir has been the operator of that service. In addition, the aircraft used has been the 50-seat ERJ-145. Starting on October 31st, both the operator and the aircraft used will be changing.

Little cats find a new home

There are boxes hovering all around me; some overflowing with thick and heavy books and some sheltering greeting cards and important papers from long ago. I am content and elated sitting here in such grand company.

Recovery is for everyone

Recovery Aroostook, a grassroots community organization, will celebrate National Recovery Month by sharing stories of recovery throughout September. The focus is to celebrate all people who make the journey of recovery possible by embracing the 2021 theme: “Recovery is for Everyone: Every Person, Every Family, Every Community.”

Patois, dictons … début de la lettre E

Y a faite beau pi y a faite chaud pi moué j'ai rien a chialler la tu. Well, des fois qu'y faisais trop chaud pour même s'assir su' l' perron et surtous pas pour aller prendre une marche.

Biden’s blunders

To the editor: I always expected Joe Biden would be a poor president, but I never thought he was capable of reaching the level of incompetence that he has displayed. He seems incapable of doing anything right.

Improving labor laws for all

As a lineman and proud member of IBEW 1837, I love my union. With a union, we are so much stronger together. In non-union workplaces bosses can pit workers against each other over wages and working conditions.

Research on the road

In my last column I urged readers to rejoin the genealogical world. Unfortunately the delta variant of COVID-19 is making that difficult as it spreads across our state. The Maine Genealogical Society’s half-day fall conference has been canceled, and I imagine some openings of archives and libraries will be further delayed.

Genealogy events

Much is happening in the genealogical world as libraries begin to re-open. I’m writing in July so things may change again by the time you read this. Let’s take a brief look at what’s new.

Talking marijuana difficult, but necessary

To the editor: As our local municipal governments consider opting in or opting out of allowing marijuana businesses into our communities, here are some public health concerns discovered by the National Institute on Drug Abuse, a division of the National Institutes of Health.

Investing in people, businesses and good-paying jobs in The County

Most parents want their children to work hard, pay attention in school, graduate and create a life for themselves not too far from home. However, it’s becoming more difficult to make that dream a reality in Aroostook County.

WW1 draft records

Initially, the United States wanted no part of what we now call World War I. But as war became inevitable the U.S. instituted a draft. All men, young and old, were legally obligated to register with their local draft boards.

Collins advocates for The County

To the editor: Here in Aroostook County, we are fortunate to have one of our very own representing us in the U.S. Senate. Nobody is a stronger advocate for our rural communities than Senator Susan Collins.

An adventure begins

The day could not have been more beckoning. Conditions were ideal for a boat ride, I was told. So, with a lifejacket over my shoulders and a heart full of anticipation, I climbed aboard the lovely pontoon boat there before me.

The Friendly Falcon

Fifty years ago this weekend, in 1971, a splendid adventure greeted worldwide watchers, as David Scott and Jim Irwin powered down their Falcon lunar module to a dusty and hard landing near the ancient site of Hadley Rille.

Continuing to combat the opioid epidemic

As we continue to respond to COVID-19, we must not forget another public health emergency our country faces -- the opioid epidemic. Last year, 504 Mainers died from drug overdoses, a 33 percent increase from 2019.

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