Editorials

8 years ago

Howls in the night

I have always had a love for reading and books in general. I have several “favorite” authors.

8 years ago

Getting ‘rage-y’

Have you ever had the experience in which you hear something, read something, or some random thought just pops into your head, to which you respond, “Sweet Georgia Brown. That’s it!”?

8 years ago

Being vigilant about education funding

As budget negotiations continue, I want you to know where I stand: I am fighting to ensure the budget respects the will of the voters and meets the state’s obligation to fully fund public schools.

8 years ago

Two young Mainers making a difference

One of the greatest privileges I have serving Maine in the United States Senate is the opportunity to know outstanding people from our state who have devoted part of their busy lives to community service.

8 years ago

Honoring our nation’s fallen heroes

I was humbled to join with citizens from across Maine and the nation who gathered in remembrance of those who answered the call to serve and made the ultimate sacrifice in the defense of the United States.

8 years ago

Honoring our nation’s law enforcement officers

In 1962, President John F. Kennedy signed a joint resolution of Congress proclaiming May 15, 2017 of each year to be Peace Officers Memorial Day, with the week containing that day designated as National Police Week.

8 years ago

Circle the wagons

The wagons that gather in the Aroostook Centre Mall Parking lot on Saturday mornings between 8:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. are more likely to carry fresh garden greens, frozen meat, and delicious bakery goods than a grease bucket.

8 years ago

Support passage of Peace Tax Fund

What can we, as taxpayers, do to ensure our tax payments go to constructive, nonviolent solutions rather than violence forced upon people here and around the globe?