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On the Allagash Wilderness Waterway: High Bank Campsite

There is a campsite located on the northern shore of Telos Lake called High Bank. It is one the nicest sites on the entire Allagash Wilderness Waterway (AWW).

DNA, surnames trace history’s path

In my last column I dealt with family associations. There are other types of associations which can also prove of immense value including DNA studies.

The air is so heavy

On a very muggy day, how many times have you heard people say, "The air is so heavy today”?

Group behavior

Ever since 2016, my question, “Why would voters vote against their self-interests,” has not been answered.

Informing public should be a priority

I am writing in response to the article in the St. John Valley Times on July 17 regarding the new public school.

Warning: Do not read all directions before using

Directions are helpful. Or not.

A reality check

It occurs to me that I haven’t contributed a column to the newspaper in a while. That doesn’t mean I haven’t written things. I have, but thought better of it; mostly items criticizing the latest Trumpian gaffe. The echo chamber can be deafening at times.

Before the snow flies

It’s a phrase we’ve all heard, and we’ve all used.

E. A. Williams cartoon — July 17, 2019

E. A. Williams cartoon — July 17, 2019

Setting up Madawaska fireworks fund for 2020 after succes

If you saw the fireworks show at the Birch Point Beach on the Fourth of July, I hope you enjoyed them. I bought the fireworks and put the shot together.

Finding history in family groups

Family associations can be great sources of material for genealogists. They range from informal reunions, where the descendants of a particular couple meet for a picnic once a year, to full-fledged organizations with dues and membership cards and newsletters.

The small guy/gal vs. bigger bullies

This morning, following my daily walk, I happened to sit down at the boat docks at the end of Long Lake. At the end of the lake stands a large, dead tree.

E. A. Williams cartoon — July 10, 2019

E. A. Williams cartoon — July 10, 2019

Big, bold skies

Here in The County, we have big, bold, beautiful skies, along with wonderful, wide-open views to distant hills and mountains, and, lucky for us, in thunderstorm season, our “big sky” makes it easier to spot important weather clues.

Fighting for good-paying jobs in Aroostook County

There is a lot of untapped potential in Aroostook County.

E. A. Williams cartoon — July 3, 2019

E. A. Williams cartoon — July 3, 2019

Murphy loves a do-it-yourselfer

If you ever doubt whether Murphy’s Law is a real thing, just plan a simple weekend project. Then you’ll see what the gods of Murphydom really think of us poor humans.

Mon 5 Cents

The traditional tale of Petit Jean, as told to me by Mr. Thadée Lausier of Grand Isle in the 1970s when I worked summers for Prof. Roger Paradis at UMFK, is 2,500 words long.

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