By Kim Brawn, Thompson Free Library As November drops, you may ask yourself, “Well, how did I get here?” Incredulous that once again we’re rushing around prepping for winter — with the holidays anxiously waiting in the wings.

DOVER-FOXCROFT — The Wassabec Genealogy Chapter will be holding a meeting on Sunday, Nov.

To the Editor; Here is Question 1 on the ballot next week: “Do you want to change Maine election laws to eliminate two days of absentee voting, prohibit requests for absentee ballots by phone or family members, end ongoing absentee voter status for seniors and people with disabilities, ban prepaid postage on absentee ballot return envelopes, limit the number of drop boxes, require voters to show certain photo ID before voting, and make other changes to our elections?” Do you want to limit absentee voting? The framers of this referendum say it is all about reducing voter fraud, but Maine has never had significant voter fraud so what is it really about? Well, by limiting absentee voting and making those other changes, it will be harder for those of us who have limited mobility (with wheelchairs, walkers, etc)or resources (driver license or car, etc.

By Billy Kobin, Bangor Daily News Staff Mainers have two statewide referendums before them on the November ballot that would enshrine voter ID requirements and make big changes to absentee voting along with creating a “red flag” law.

PRESQUE ISLE — On Saturday, Oct.

DOVER-FOXCROFT — Northern Light Mayo Hospital is pleased to announce that Kyrsten Sutton, MD, has successfully met the criteria and passed the examination necessary to earn The Menopause Society Certified Practitioner certification.

Most emergencies strike close to home, from severe storms to high snowfall and floods, and communities rely on many forms of preparation and response to get through them.

To the Editor; Election Day is Tuesday, Nov.

By Annie Rupertus, Bangor Daily News Staff Northern Light Health’s new leader is confident that he can help bring long-term sustainability to the struggling health system.

To the Editor; I believe Question 1 is a bad proposal for Maine.