Opinion

3 years ago

The struggle

I compare the foliage that we see from afar to a finely crafted quilt, one that tells a timeless tale. On this cool, sparkling Saturday morning, Kent and I were heading toward Allagash via Route 161 and then on to Fort Kent and the Allagash.

3 years ago

November election is critical

To the editor:
The upcoming November election is a very critical election. I believe that our country is now in the most precarious domestic situation since the American Civil War of 1860 to 1865.

3 years ago

Both sides of the issue

To the editor:
I recently wrote regarding Catholic Charities being involved with facilitating getting illegal aliens, criminals by definition, across the border. I further write I learned this from watching Fox News.

3 years ago

Lack of internet hurts us all

To the editor:
I’m supportive of any initiative that ensures every resident in Caribou has access to high-speed internet. That’s why I was encouraged to hear that there is a simple, low-cost solution in front of the Caribou City Council that will connect all residents in our city.

3 years ago

What to do with all those leaves?

It is getting close to that time of the year when the leaves are turning color and finding their way to the ground.  The good news is that it is a beautiful time of the year.  The bad news is that many of us are raking leaves because there are too many to leave on the lawn.

3 years ago

The therapy journey continues

The chamber therapy, along with the pleasure of watching “Grey’s Anatomy” during the session, gives me ample time for deep, clear-headed thinking. I am surrounded each day by competent professionals who soothe and lessen my anxiety every moment I am in their care. 

3 years ago

Child care in The County

To the editor:
There were a few errors in the article entitled “Providers say child care needs change to survive” in the Sept. 21, 2022, edition of the Aroostook Republican that I would like to address.  I have had a family child care in my home for the past 29 years (not 24). My capacity is 12 children (not 10)  

3 years ago

Blood of Vikings

My husband and I recently re-watched a BBC production called “Blood of the Vikings.” No, it’s not the latest Stephen King horror movie, but a report of the archaeological and DNA search for traces of the Viking presence in England, Scotland and Ireland.  

3 years ago

Regional veterinary clinic

To the editor:
An article appeared in the Sept. 7 issue of the Aroostook Republican announcing that the volunteers of  Halfway Home Pet Rescue in Caribou are planning to open a regional veterinary clinic. This clinic is desperately needed in northern Maine.