Editor, So nice to hear there are still a few good people on this earth. Not only killers, etc. I have a dear friend that lives in Sterling on a low income. She would have to turn down her heat … more

Well, it’s time to man up, as I always say. more

Since I am now a fresh-faced college grad still finding my way in this world, I wanted to write my column this week about a topic that is near to my heart. As I continue on my journey through this life, I always want to remind myself to remember the people who got me where I am today. more

I usually don’t watch music award shows on TV, but I put the American Country Music Awards on in the background while I was cleaning Sunday night and chuckled to myself when I thought of the … more

My nearly 2-year-old daughter’s counting goes a little something like this: “One, two, three, four, eight, nine, ten, eleven, eighteen.” more

I know you have Christmas spirit. I get it – you want to show everyone you’re in the holiday mood, so you’re stringing up lights all across your roof, house, porch and windows. You’ve built … more

Let’s clean up those illegal trash sites There is a new state wide volunteer group that has formed to clean up public lands. I am the volunteer representative responsible for suggesting sites … more

Last weekend, Steve Jobs made my wife, Kay, very angry. Steve Jobs is the CEO of Apple, which manufactures computers, the iPod, the iPhone and as of Saturday, the new iPad. Saturday marked … more

Editor, I wish to extend my appreciation, and I’m sure that of the whole community, for the pleasure and pride we derive from the county fair. Many hours of planning and energy were contributed … more

With the issue of Guantanamo detainees being housed in Standish Max arising over this last week, it’s no surprise that Standish residents, some working for the city or elected officials, others … more