Editorials

8 years ago

Is there a story behind your name?

How did our ancestors choose names for their children? As you research you often will find patterns in the method used for choosing names for children.

8 years ago

Internet needs local leadership

Local leaders know best the issues facing their communities and how to address the concerns and needs of the people who live there.

8 years ago

The IRS fraud scam

With tax filing season upon us, criminals posing as officials from the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) are continuing their attempts to defraud taxpayers, with seniors a particular target.

8 years ago

Lawmakers hear just how bad Question 2 really is

Monday, I had the pleasure — and I say that with a fairly substantial amount of sarcasm — of attending the public hearing that was being held on five bills that seek, in a variety of ways, to deal with the 3 percent tax surcharge passed by referendum last fall.

8 years ago

Why join your local Chamber of Commerce?

With most organizations, you get back what you put in. But in the case of the Central Aroostook Chamber of Commerce, you are likely to gain a lot more than you give.