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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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Substance-free for October

October marks Sober October, a worldwide movement to reflect on alcohol and substance abuse. Sober October involves making a pledge to yourself to not use alcohol or other substances.

‘Living Well’ makes a difference

To the editor: As someone living with a chronic anxiety disorder/complex posttraumatic stress disorder, I'm proud to be able to volunteer my time to facilitate Healthy Living for ME online workshops.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Infrastructure funding would aid County

To the editor: I lead the Aroostook Partnership, which is essentially a private/public partnership focused on all things economic development in northern Maine.

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.

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