Opinion

10 months ago

Helping our older residents thrive

Research shows that as we age, most of us want to remain in the communities we know and love, with access to essential services that support a healthy, fulfilling life.

11 months ago

‘Haints’ ain’t for the faint

Ghosts and ghouls haunt the dark recesses of our minds. In times of crisis they come out and create a few moments of anxiety. 

11 months ago

Aroostook is better than this

To the editor:
Have you heard about all the political signs that have gone missing? I have put signs on my lawn for years and 2024 was the first time a sign was touched. That’s okay because I had extras.

11 months ago

Elect Rush for local representation

To the editor:
Aroostook and Penobscot counties have the chance to send fresh representation to Augusta on Election Day. For us here in Linneus and the greater Houlton area, we have the chance to elect a lifelong resident Houlton who understands us well.

11 months ago

Thoughts on Main Street

To the editor:
If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it. Here are three gems I’ve heard about the Main Street renovation.

11 months ago

McLaughlin has my vote

For the past eight years, I’ve done my best to ensure the voices from The County were heard in Augusta.

11 months ago

Elect a good chief executive

To the editor:
Imagine you inherit a huge and well-respected company.  You need a new chief executive officer.

11 months ago

Keep Social Security in mind when voting

To the editor:
Your Social Security is on the line this election. In Maine, 95 percent of retired Mainers 65-plus receive Social Security benefits and more than 360,000 individuals collect Social Security.