Opinion

6 years ago

Responding to state budget viewpoints

I am a proud native Mainer and a lifelong resident of Aroostook County. I’ve served Maine in one office or another for decades, and I know that the hardworking people of this state don’t care one whit for political games.

6 years ago

Autumn in the city

It is that beautiful, leaf-peeping time of the year in The County: cooler nights, warm days, and harvest all around. 

6 years ago

Relaxing can be stressful

Why does it seem that planning a family vacation gets harder and more stressful the older our children get? Surely I am not the only person to experience this phenomenon?

6 years ago

Tourism numbers bring good news

The 2018 tourism statistics are now available for Aroostook County.  Why should you care? The economic impact of tourism money in our region goes far beyond the initial spending. 

6 years ago

Autumn leaves

To the editor:
In my mind’s eye, I begin to frame the photograph. A sturdy maple tree, resplendent in the vibrant fall colors, will be in the forefront of the photograph. With the color of Mother Nature’s wild paintbrush so evident, I realize black-and-white film will not do.

6 years ago

Please support Maine retirees

To the editor:

During the recent legislative session, Maine lawmakers passed a bill, LD 1104, with bipartisan support, that will guarantee that retired public school teachers and state employees receive their full benefit. Governor Mills has not signed the bill into law.

6 years ago

Getting comfy with conversions

Recently, I had some fun with numbers on my WAGM Facebook page. Even though “everyone” has a phone in their hand or by their side these days, it’s still important to exercise our brains.

6 years ago

Nothing but top-notch care from Maine Veterans Home in Caribou

At 76 years old, you don’t want to break a leg, then have a bunch of screws and plates put in that leg and while doing so, have a pacemaker put in your chest because your heart was stopping. This is exactly what happened to me about eight weeks ago.