Americans have a long history of using pejorative terms to describe things that make them uncomfortable, people who are different than they perceive themselves to be and those less fortunate. It is one of the shameful parts of our history. We are not alone. Perhaps it is an undesirable trait of being human and having […]

To the Editor: One of the biggest challenges facing rural Maine is access to the Internet. Instead of putting Broadband on the state credit card with a bond and paying millions of tax dollars in interest payments – the state of Maine should look to private investment. Allowing an open Internet to flourish and the […]

To the Editor: It is truly a sad statement of today’s society when people can not differentiate between right and wrong.  To further complicate matters social media follows these headlines and allows for opinions from those not involved.  I am amused, however, that some radio talk shows are following the story. The bottom line is […]

To the Editor: A century ago, rural farmers had difficulty gaining access to phone lines, so they took the problem into their own hands and began constructing infrastructure to get phone access in rural areas. This effort became the foundation of OTELCO. Our commitment to supporting the infrastructure needs of rural Maine is just as […]

To the Editor: What a relief it is to hear about campaigns that take aim at price gouging by pharmaceutical companies!  It is a long-standing problem that just seems to be getting worse.  Many Mainers find it very difficult to afford the medications they need.  Their treatment is absolutely necessary to keep them alive but […]

To the Editor: The family of Cora Paradis Payne would like to take this opportunity to share our sincere appreciation for the exceptional care given to our mother during her recent stay in the final stages of her time with us here in this life.  Words cannot adequately express the gratitude that we feel for […]

To the Editor: Hopefully, Paris voters will turn out on August 22 to cast votes for Selectman candidates Janet Jamison and Robert Wessels. Both have previously served on the Paris Board and on a number of municipal committees. They bring extensive knowledge to important positions which, over the years, have become more complex and demanding […]

To the Editor: Trump’s obvious disdain and panic for the realm of truthful civilized political discourse is indicative of a participant in that arena that is grossly intimidated by any instance of factual disclosure. I do however have to definitely agree with Trump’s proclamation that he is the most transparent president in this nation’s history. […]

To the Editor: Having been on Lake Pennesseewassee for 58 years, I kept thinking at some point boaters would finally “get it,” but that has not happened. If you are within 200 feet of shore, you cannot go faster than headway speed.  You cannot create a wake. That is the law in Maine. Over the […]

To the Editor: Over the last 3 years on the Select Board I’ve learned a lot and that it takes a certain type of individual to get stuff done. I think Carlton Sprague is that kind of person.  He cares about the town, knows that taxes need to stay low and is running for the […]