5 months ago
Your genealogical will
My husband of 49 years recently died. He had written his own obituary, left some general instructions for his funeral, and what he desired for his half of our tombstone.
Editorials
5 months ago
A cup of kindness
Christmas Day has arrived. The gifts have been opened. People have marveled at the the ability to dream of futures filled with joy and happiness.
5 months ago
Be prepared for winter roads
Winter is upon us once more. Mother Nature will soon transform our city streets and roadways into white paths that are slippery and dangerous. We will see wind, snow, ice, sleet, freezing rain and bitter cold temperatures.
5 months ago
How to travel through PQI
Have you ever wondered how to book a flight through Presque Isle International Airport? Whether you are planning a business trip or family vacation, it can sometimes feel overwhelming.
5 months ago
Let’s pay it forward
It started as a bad day. I engaged in the usual grousing about ice on the windshield, the defrost not warming fast enough, and the neighborhood critters reveling in the trash waiting at the side of the road.
6 months ago
Solo women were rare
In my last column I wrote about the challenges involved in researching the early censuses. One of the things that may strike researchers is how often the head of household was male.
6 months ago
This woman was a rarity in her time
In examining local history, we often do not know a lot about women from our community’s past. Prior to 1920, women did not have the right to vote and were seen simply as someone’s mother or wife.
6 months ago
A booming celebration
Fireworks can herald the celebration of new leadership for a society. The flash and unexpected noisy boom can scare pets, wildlife and people. Fireworks trigger a natural thrill for the enthusiasts.
6 months ago
Early census oddities
One of the frustrating things involving the early U.S. censuses (1790-1840) is that the members of the household aren’t named, nor their relationship to one another given.
6 months ago
Awakening the sleeping giant within
Over the past week, I have received more than a hundred phone calls, emails, and in-person conversations regarding the closure of the Nordic Heritage Center. These interactions have revealed a profound truth: this is not just about a facility.
