Letters to the Editor

7 years ago

Thankful for good people

I was sure I was going to die March 10. A heart attack dropped me to my knees, a crushing pressure in my chest. Sandy got me to my feet, to the car and rushed me to TAMC’s [The Aroostook Medical Center’s] ER.

7 years ago

Remembering Gerald Jackins

I was saddened today to learn of the passing of Gerald Jackins [of Houlton]. He was a classic “Northern Maine all-around good guy.”

7 years ago

Elderly housing project a boon

I wish to express my sincere thanks to the members of the Hilltop School Elderly Housing LLC and to the Caribou city manager for bringing this project back on line for the benefit of the seniors of the community. It is something that was needed in Caribou.

7 years ago

Reflections on 50-mile Kennedy legacy hike in Aroostook

To the editor:
Five long years ago, on Aug. 31, 2013, four intrepid men and one wonder woman boldly and locally bid to revive the spirit of the New Frontier declared by the late President John F. Kennedy in 1963

7 years ago

Supporting Farnsworth for House District 145

To the editor:
With the continued losses in working-age population and jobs in Aroostook County, we need legislative representatives who can bring fresh ideas and break the gridlock of partisanship that has stifled growth.

7 years ago

We need to protect Medicare system

For over half a century, Americans have paid into the Medicare system with the expectation that they will have access to health care in retirement.

7 years ago

A fan of Trump’s policies

I’ve just got to say it: “I am tremendously proud of our president.” Donald Trump made many promises during his campaign and, in the first two years of his presidency, he has tackled at least three-quarters of them.

7 years ago

A little food helps so much

There is a food crisis in Presque Isle. Shelves that were once full are frighteningly empty. That’s the new reality at food banks across Presque Isle.