Sorry Mr. Bissonnette, you attitude stinks, and it scares me to think you are an elected official.
A child has no choice in the lifestyle a parent chooses to live nor to control the environment they are brought up in.
I would rather a child be in a Pre K. program and have access to structured activities, nutritious meals and learning (on my tax dollar) then to have groups of children start kindergarten without proper preparation. Those are the kids that are going to need added help to get caught up and stay caught up throughout their school years. I have seen it firsthand. The Armory sounds like a great compromise, and if not that I am open to pretty much any alternative, but I am calling you out. Sorry, if you ignore the fact that some children don't get or can't get a great start in their early years to learning. Ignoring it or getting angry about it doesn't make the problem go away.
I have stopped giving to the Salvation Army for the most part. I have found that the Ringers don't even take a moment to thank you anymore. Last week at Wal-Mart the ringer was smoking a cigarette with one hand and ringing his bell with the other, meanwhile, his cigarette smoke was flowing inside and blowing into anyone that was walking out face. By Big Lots, they sit down, smoke and look less than happy. I understand that it's probably not the best gig one can get, but if you are out supposedly spreading cheer and asking for donations, smile and thank people for digging into their pockets during this time of year.
was a teacher of mine in Lewiston, he was creepy then, even creepier now. Thank you APD for clearing out the rubbish. People should be able to ride a bike, hike, or take a nature walk without coming face to face with men performing sexual acts. Keep up the good work. I am sure these men have families that are embarrassed at this moment, for that I am sorry, but, these acts they are committing are on them and about them, not you. They made poor choices and are paying for it dearly. Hope it was worth it.
So relieved and thankful Shawn has been found. Shawn, we worked together at the hospital, and you might not know it, but at the time, I was struggling with a job transfer that was going less than smooth. Your daily visits to my office were the highlight of my day. You have such a light in you, don't ever forget that. Whatever may have happened to make you feel so badly, let it go. Your wonderful spirit is a gift to those who know you. I wish you the best, and will keep you in my prayers.
Jaime, I don't know you, but I do know people in your situation. Sadly, the people I know who were put in your situation have always taken advantage and have become pros at scamming. They now have their home back, continue to work only sporadically, and receive state benefits. Does it tick me off, you betcha. It ticks me off that people can continue to leach off the system and be rewarded by being allowed to keep a home they can't afford.
I am not saying this is the situation with you. I don't know you and wouldn't stoop to judge a situation where I don't know all the facts.
You will find supporters here, and sadly, you will find the trolls, that hide behind their computers and spout hatred and anger. They will egg you on to exhaustion trying to defend yourself, so do yourself a favor, and let it be for a while. These people get their jollies out of your anger and explanations.
Life works out how it should, if it is meant that you should keep your home, it will work itself out, and if in the end, you can't, well, brush your knees off, get back to the business of living and continue loving your children. No one can take that away from you.
Best wishes and know you are far from the only ones in this situation.
As the parent of a young adult who has come into contact with the police here in Lewiston, I lost respect for them. My son was in the wrong, and knew it, but the fact that an officer of the law approaches a car with a teen driver and starts using foul language before anyone can say anything was a complete turnoff. He had my son, he knew it, and to drop the f bomb every few words was a turn off. To call and point out the officer's misconduct was a complete waste of my time-I was asked, in a very surly tone if I was there, and was told that my son was lying, and the act of trying to point out any wrong doing on the officer's part was not allowed. I tried explaining that I was not trying to get my son off, but I considered it extremely unprofessional, again, waste of time. Since then, I have heard the same sorts of complaints from many young people. They are approached in a very disrespectable manner, some react in turn, some just can't believe the language from our fine officers. Not all, but some, and that's all you need to turn a situation bad--
I beg to differ--I work on Center Street, and have witnessed two people racing, with one in the turning lane--so yeah, where there is a will, there is a way-you perhaps, may be the ignorant one--and if they weren't racing, they sure as heck were trying to figure out who had the fastest vehicle, would you call that by a different name as well?
At 21 and 24, I hardly think that Mommy and Daddy are responsible for their child's actions, no matter how foolish they are--sorry,there comes a point in life where we need to be accountable for ourselves, your comment doesn't make sense.
It's all about priorities, and so many people don't have them, sorry, even the elderly. My home is worth $150,00.00 as off a few months ago. That would have raised my taxes 13.00 a month, and avoided layoffs. That would be the best $13.00 a month I ever spent, to know that our firefighters, instructors and police officers had the staff they needed. I believe anyone can come up with $13.00 a month, even that crabby old man at Hannaford the other day, who insulted the clerk for not adding his lousy 30 cent coupon, but had 3 extra large bottles of Chablis--like I said, priorities--
My husband and I brought up three kids without alot of money, you know what, they never knew it. We always owned our own home, but lots of times after the bills were paid, there wasn't alot left over for food. We somehow managed, through old fashioned work and determination. Our kids did not go to school in rags, and our home was not a pig pen. We ate nutritious meals I made from scratch. As I said, we may have struggled, but it wasn't obvious. Thats the difference today--there isn't alot of pride. The poor and impovrished seem to have no hope or really, to even care. I realize that this seems like a general statement, but going into Walmart the other day, which I really try to avoid it became so obvious. People don't care, and why should they? They can sit on their butts and collect a check, the schools and streets will raise their kids, and if they become obese or disabled, they blame it on everyone but themselves. I wish I could think of a way to solve it, and I certainly have tried to help, but some people don't want to be helped, or they are so used to being helped they won't do a thing for themselves. My hometown of Lewiston embarrasses me.
I am thankful for the woman who consoled the young man. I got in a minor, and I mean minor accident in front of the Lewiston Public Library years ago, going to story time with my three children. I opened my door which was promptly clipped by a piece of junk car passing by. I believe I broke the passenger side mirror. The pig who was driving that car literally got out by hopping through the drivers side door, jumped over the hood of his car and came after me with a closed fist. Thankfully, a GENTLEMAN saw everything transpire, escorted me and my children into the library quickly and the police and my husband were notified. These people were scum, they had a car that was being kept together by wire hangers with filthy children in the back seat, watching this all happen. Come to find out, they put a huge claim in on my insurance which was promptly denied, because the damage they were seeking didn't come anywhere near what the police report described it as.
This poor kid is from Monmouth and he comes up against one of Lewiston's finest--I am sorry to his family --the father sounds like a nasty person. Lucky baby, her life sounds like it will be great, what with all the fine examples around her.
Just last week I witnessed a father and daughter walking on a very busy section of Main Street. The father was so busy yacking on his cell phone he had no idea his daughter had completely lagged behind and was now standing at the intersection of Russell and Main Street--people had to beep their horns to get his attention, finally he remembered his child. Another instance, same area where this accident happened and again, mother was so busy with her cell call, she was completely oblivious to traffic and walked right into Sabattus Street without so much as looking. I would be curious to see what makes a person dart in the middle of traffic with no regard for you our your childs safety. People need to put the distractions away and plug into their children. For such an impoverished area of town, everyone has a cell--funny I just got mine last year and I am a 45 year old woman who has worked since I turned 16.
I totally have to get this off my chest. I am a big believer of giving to those less fortunate at all times, but especially this time of year. One place where I will not be putting my money, ever again, is the Salvation Army kettles outside of the stores. Years ago, my young son asked me to take him shopping for a present for his brother. The gift did not take up all his money, and on the way out, there was a Salvation Army kettle with a person ringing the bell. On his own, with no prodding by me, my son put all his change in that kettle--only to be completely ignored by the bell ringer. I was never so insulted--thankfully a kind older person saw what happened and complimented my son, and that was what he remembers now. Yesterday, against my better judgement, I had a few dollars in my wallet that I had no plans for. Money is tight for us right now, as my husbands hours have been cut to 24 hours a week since this past spring. Again, there was absolutlely no acknowledgment of my donation. I don't do these things for glory, but really, with times as tough as they are, a smile and a thank you go a long way in spreading holiday cheer. I personally know of families in dire situations right now, and they will get my money and help for now on. Bell Ringers--Smile, say thank you--you are not representing your charity very well at all, and you have lost my donations forever.
Although where I live makes me a little removed from the places this MURDERER would be around, I am so happy he is behind bars. I knew Erica's Grandfather Val, and the knowledge that they are together in heaven is made better with the fact that this scum is off the streets. Thanks to all involved in apprehending him--awesome work!!!
A new trend that is disturbing is employers terminating their employees benefits such as health insurance and telling them they can just go apply for MaineCare. For all the PR Martindale is doing, this is exactly what happened this week, just before the holidays, and just before a treacherous driving season with potential accidents. They are not the first, but to me it smacks of a passing the buck mentality. Good Going--not!!!
The pickup driven by Cookson is registered to Bryan Rand of Pine Cove Road, Manchester.
Kennebec County Sheriff Randall Liberty said Rand, who shares his home with Cookson, reported his 2005 Chevrolet pickup stolen Wednesday morning. Bussiere said his department is working with the Kennebec County Sheriff's Department to investigate the stolen-vehicle report.
It was the second vehicle Rand had reported stolen in the past week.
Keith, you need to read a little bit more between the lines, it does not say she shares her home with the deputy, the deputy is saying whom she shares her home with, and that person's nmae is Bryan Rand.
This whole story and disgusting on it's own, it does not need any embellishing. She looks like a Meth Head.
I am being told to really be careful when purchasing the gift cards that they have at Hannaford, Wal-Mart and other stores ---the ones to restaurants, bookstores and stuff. Apparently there is a huge problem with people keeping track of the numbers on them and when they get activated they are being cleaned out right away. Apparently, some of these things start right at the top, with employees of the company that issues them being the culprits. How nice...............................
Would breeders allow their "marriage" to suddenly become civil unions?
Tron, -You are a disgusting Moron--You spout more hate and disdain for your fellow human beings in a day then many will in a lifetime. But I got your number, you type out trash like this and see how many people go for the bait.
I may be against Gay Marriage, but I can proudly say I have never called a homosexual any thing worse than gay, and if someone will point out something they deem more politically correct, let me know.
Too bad your Mother, a Breeder, as you would like to call her, decided to mate that day. The world would be a much nicer place without the likes of you, you troll.
The fact that No on 1 has you on their side is the exact reason they lost.
Reagan, perfect words!!! Tron, you are a troll.......................but you have heard this before, and I believe you get your thrills out of getting people worked up..............you are not all so politically savvy as you are vengeful........get over it.
Publik, you can call yourself a breeder all you want, as for me, I am a mother. Breeder sounds like something out of a science fiction novel. Seriously, if my husband called me a breeder, there would be hell to pay.
Just a note: Even though I was pretty firm in the thought I would vote Yes, you know what was the clincher?? A No on 1 activist referred to a heterosexual woman with children as a "Breeder"--how absolutely disgusting--take your signs and money and leave. Lead us to our own lives, morals and "narrow point of view".
Well, I thank the Sun Journal for digging a little deeper. I know I wanted to know the back story to this guy. Do I wish him harm by wondering? No, but all those people who were digging in their pockets and their hearts to help him deserve to know the truth. My husband and I are dealing with his 40 hour job being dropped to 24, with 3 kids in college. We all have our struggles and most of the time we manage. The fact that he had his hand out and was taking money using a oldish story of his hard luck was wrong. Hopefully he finds a job (or accepts one, if that is true) and he can learn the pride of making it on your own. If he can't, their are legitimate ways of getting help, he wasn't using one.
I am glad they wrote this story, and had contacted the Sun Journal at one point to dig a little deeper. This guy does a brisk business between his shopping cart getting stuffed and the cash that gets handed to him. I was leaving Wal-Mart a few weeks ago and four cars ahead of me were handing him money, and another time people were handing him bags of food on their way out, he didn't look too tortured. I wanted to know what the truth was, and I am sure others do too. I think I will wait for the Salvation Army buckets to appear and continue to donate to the shelters in the area instead of handing out money to strangers with signs.
It's what they do Yeah Right, if you agree with them, well, you are incredibly intelligent and forward thinking and all-loving, if you disagree, well, they whip out the b word,and called an idiot, (and that is one of the kinder words. I will be so glad when this election is over!!!! Just for the record John, you are right, and I agree he does love us all, but he may not agree with our choices. No one on this earth knows what we will be held accountable for in the next life. I don't know what will make him angrier, these foolish elections that bring out the worst in people or the action of people that bring about the elections.
Good job, I am glad you caught these kids. I am getting so tired of people thinking they can just go around doing what they want. Thanks LPD and Bates College Security!!!
Really though people, if you have nothing to do, stay home and do yourself and everyone else a favor. If your plan is really to gather your friends and vandalize other people's property, well, your an idiot, and you can only play that game for so long.
Triumph--I just researched your above statement and don't find anything that backs it up--prove it, until then I don't need anyone telling me what I need to think because I am too uneducated...........................thanks but no thanks
Madam that is not educcation, that is stupidity.--try spell check or go back to school--out of New England, you might have better luck
gdls, as I stated, they are my thoughts, you have yours--that's how i FEEL--you were the one who chose caps first--just screaming back at you--thanks for making me glad I got all that off my chest though--I feel much better-what about you?
I have stated my case before. I don't hate homosexuals--I just feel at this point in time, and for all the times this issue has come up for vote, it hasn't gone through. I consider myself a Christian, and my children were brought up in the church, but I do not attend church anymore for the express reason of the duplicity that resided in the church I attended. Pastors and Deacons, and other members of the congregation saying one thing on the pulpit and living a very different life during the week. I use my Christianity as my moral compass, and no matter what, am thankful I have it. I (me, not you) feel that Civil Unions are just as useful and serve the same purpose. If you are concerned that your wishes will not be served upon illness or death, get a will and keep it with your lawyer. I speak also as the sister of a homosexual. He himself has stated he doesn't see what all the fight is about. How he lives his life, and who he lives it with is his own business, and after having two long term partners in his life, he would be happy to have a partnership, or civil union, and wonders why calling it a marriage would make it any more formal, loving, or permanent.
I think what hurts me the most in all of this argument is the way people of faith are being mocked. I am trying to not be hurtful, and find myself choosing my words carefully, yet you mock my God, and the book that gives me (again, me, not you) faith and peace. I resent it, and wonder why to get your point across you make a joke of my faith. These are the reasons I question the end results of this election. If people are so hateful now, trying to get their way, how will it be once they get their way. You cannot tell me I have no reason to be fearful, the proof is in all these hateful, hurtful letters.
Wow, you Vote No people really make me want to be on your team. So full of love, and desire to just make peace. These are the comments that will make me vote Yes. If this is how it is now, I hate to think of how things will be when it passes. As I have said before, you would help your cause more if you just kept quiet. These comments weren't that difficult to find, are just a few--there are tons more--again I have taken the bait and responded, when I have said I will respond in the election--have a nice day
Rex says new
Mary - you're a hateful bigot.
Rex says
Wow looky here another letter from a bigoted ahole. Making Maine proud.....riumph says new
triumph says new
I read the bible once. Too much sex and violence.
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dr. dosh says new
. .AAaahhh, Salvation in a can * Pƒƒƒƒ† *
triumph says new
maddad, don't flatter yourself. No one gives a crap about YOUR acceptance.
gdls1 says new
Your god does not run this country; the people do.
Paris Patriot says
I just read down through the comments and am shaking my head at the typical buffoonery of the overly religious.
Have any of you morons read the actual same-sex marriage law here in Maine? I bet you haven't.
gdls1 says
This is another fact that gets ignored by the homphobic religious zealots.tron's picture
tron says
I gotta commend you for using your name and address. Most of the bigots that voice your opinion hide behind alias.'
Funny thing is Trayl, I didn't say anywhere whether I was in favor or not--I just commented that Rex spouts the bigot word and so many other hateful things in defense of gay marriage--I say it takes away from his cause--he only sounds hateful and determined to shove his opinions down peoples throats by name calling a bulling--sound familiar to you?? I bet it does--by the way, my brother, who I love is gay....................and he is welcome at my table and in my home whenever he wants, and he is the godfather to my child-I am hardly a bigot, as I said, you don't know where I stand.
Funny thing is Trayl, I didn't say anywhere whether I was in favor or not--I just commented that Rex spouts the bigot word and so many other hateful things in defense of gay marriage--I say it takes away from his cause--he only sounds hateful and determined to shove his opinions down peoples throats by name calling a bulling--sound familiar to you?? I bet it does--by the way, my brother, who I love is gay....................and he is welcome at my table and in my home whenever he wants, and he is the godfather to my child-I am hardly a bigot, as I said, you don't know where I stand.
Rex, A--you are a creeper, I read the garbage you wrote in regards to St. Josephs church closing, and other horrible, negative things in the past, and now "Don't you Dare............." you the bigot and I won't even call you sir. You seem to me to be a wicked, miserable person who gets off on being able to say what you want (your soul must be black to have such a negative outlook on life and the people who live it) but yet you are a coward because you won't let anyone else have a word in....you shut them down and go to the next news article to harass others. You are the intolerable one!!!
Paris, you try to sound so all supportive, but you know what, you sound like a smart ass bully. I put it right out there that I will vote Yes, but I don't condemn anyone else if they don't agree with me. I am voting on what I think is right, and absolutely know that what I think is right, someone else thinks is wrong--and I don't have to call anyone names, or mock their faith to put my point across. So in the end, it's people like you that think you are doing good, that make people like me feel the way I do. In most of the letters to the editor I am reading, the Same Sex Marriage supporters are way to quick to call someone else who doesn't agree with them bigots, buffoons, idiots and whatever other foolish names they can come up with--not that Yes people don't, but from my side of the fence, it usually all begins with the famous word "Bigot", if I don't agree with you. You think you help, but you only hurt.
News, once I saw, I realized the same thing, so you got me there and I agree. I guess my point was that I will always love my children, as I want them all to love others, but we can all agree to disagree, so yes, you do have me correcting myself..............there is alot more to coupledom then what goes on behind closed doors........
Scene--last night at supper--news story about gay marriage vote--19 year old son states as he is sitting down at the table "I don't know what I would do if my kid said they were gay"--I said "you would love the child, no matter what, but you don't have to agree with their lifestyle choice-- I will always love you and be there for you, but I won't always agree with the choices you make." " Just as you don't want to know what goes on in my bedroom, I don't think I need to know about what goes on in yours. There is nothing that can't be said between us, but again, I may not always have the answer you are seeking. I can't approve what my faith has taught me is wrong, but I shall always love you." It was really that simple, I wish no harm to anyone, but I don't have to agree with what I feel is wrong. You can say I am wrong, but someday, I will hear the correct answer from my God. Those who say I am a fool for believing in God, again, your choice. But someday, we will all be made accountable, and for now, my time here on earth is spent trying to teach these lessons to my children, we can love, but we can have our own opinion as well, the only time we lose is when someone forces us to change what we feel is right for us. I will be voting Yes ....Marriage is between a man and a woman--Civil Unions are between same sex couples.
I will be voting for marriage .....................to repeal this bill. Other than that, to be honest, after reading all these comments, I don't think either group tries to understand the other at all. So much anger and insults. I will go and vote, know I did was based on thoughtful deliberation and that will be all. Whoever wins, I will not engage in a spitting contest with you. All of you scare me, with your negativity and hatred towards each other. Now come on, respond to me and blame it on the other group.........................geez.........
getmeout, someone needs to get YOU out, you dumb animal. Who even says stuff like that?? No matter what, that is someones child, sister, friend and loved one, and no one deserves this--think a little next time, if that's possible, or maybe it's your brain that's out of here.
It goes both ways, as the parent of two students at UMF, I have seen both, the oblivious college student with the ipod and cell phone not paying attention, but also, the distracted driver chatting on their cell phone, or worse yet, the drivers who just don't stop, regardless of the fact that a student (or any pedestrian) has started across the street. Drivers do need to realize that once someone has started to cross the street, you need to stop, period, it's not a game of chicken, and no one needs to be taught a lesson, just use the brains God gave you--EVERYONE.
It goes both ways, as the parent of two students at UMF, I have seen both, the oblivious college student with the ipod and cell phone not paying attention, but also, the distracted driver chatting on their cell phone, or worse yet, the drivers who just don't stop, regardless of the fact that a student (or any pedestrian) has started across the street. Drivers do need to realize that once someone has started to cross the street, you need to stop, period, it's not a game of chicken, and no one needs to be taught a lesson, just use the brains God gave you--EVERYONE.
I am so sorry for the Field families loss. I agree with Rob, I believe that Erica is with Mike and Pepere Val--who was such a wonderful man. Who knows why these things happen--I only pray that the family can heal, and that someway, somehow, some poor girl reading this can see her relationship for what it is--but then again, I do believe that sometimes that people are just in the wrong place at the wrong time, and the only thing the rest of us can do is learn, and pray.
God bless you Field family, my thoughts and prayers are with you, but again, the knowledge that Erica is with Val is a comfort-
God Bless you Jessica;
We didn't know each other that well, you worked with my Mother at Sabattus Residential Care and she loved you very much. I hope that your welcome in God's Kingdom has been amazing and peaceful. Know that you were very loved on this earth, but the knowledge that you are now present with our Lord and Savior gives such peace to those that are left behind. See you in eternity.
there are times when I am shopping and you almost feel held hostage by a screaming child. I am the one that doesn't have the child, but I have to put up with your screaming child--totally ignorant and inconsiderate--if people are glaring at you, here's a hint-they don't find your child's tantrum amusing and have a hard time understanding why you still insist on spending the next 45 minutes subjecting everyone in the store to it. Get a clue.
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I was incorrect in my stating
I was incorrect in my stating Mr. Bissonnette was an elected official, I apologize about that.
and this is the children's fault how?
Sorry Mr. Bissonnette, you attitude stinks, and it scares me to think you are an elected official.
A child has no choice in the lifestyle a parent chooses to live nor to control the environment they are brought up in.
I would rather a child be in a Pre K. program and have access to structured activities, nutritious meals and learning (on my tax dollar) then to have groups of children start kindergarten without proper preparation. Those are the kids that are going to need added help to get caught up and stay caught up throughout their school years. I have seen it firsthand. The Armory sounds like a great compromise, and if not that I am open to pretty much any alternative, but I am calling you out. Sorry, if you ignore the fact that some children don't get or can't get a great start in their early years to learning. Ignoring it or getting angry about it doesn't make the problem go away.
Perhaps there should be more appreciation
I have stopped giving to the Salvation Army for the most part. I have found that the Ringers don't even take a moment to thank you anymore. Last week at Wal-Mart the ringer was smoking a cigarette with one hand and ringing his bell with the other, meanwhile, his cigarette smoke was flowing inside and blowing into anyone that was walking out face. By Big Lots, they sit down, smoke and look less than happy. I understand that it's probably not the best gig one can get, but if you are out supposedly spreading cheer and asking for donations, smile and thank people for digging into their pockets during this time of year.
Doucette
was a teacher of mine in Lewiston, he was creepy then, even creepier now. Thank you APD for clearing out the rubbish. People should be able to ride a bike, hike, or take a nature walk without coming face to face with men performing sexual acts. Keep up the good work. I am sure these men have families that are embarrassed at this moment, for that I am sorry, but, these acts they are committing are on them and about them, not you. They made poor choices and are paying for it dearly. Hope it was worth it.
So relieved
So relieved and thankful Shawn has been found. Shawn, we worked together at the hospital, and you might not know it, but at the time, I was struggling with a job transfer that was going less than smooth. Your daily visits to my office were the highlight of my day. You have such a light in you, don't ever forget that. Whatever may have happened to make you feel so badly, let it go. Your wonderful spirit is a gift to those who know you. I wish you the best, and will keep you in my prayers.
Your friend
Linda
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Jaime, I don't know you, but I do know people in your situation. Sadly, the people I know who were put in your situation have always taken advantage and have become pros at scamming. They now have their home back, continue to work only sporadically, and receive state benefits. Does it tick me off, you betcha. It ticks me off that people can continue to leach off the system and be rewarded by being allowed to keep a home they can't afford.
I am not saying this is the situation with you. I don't know you and wouldn't stoop to judge a situation where I don't know all the facts.
You will find supporters here, and sadly, you will find the trolls, that hide behind their computers and spout hatred and anger. They will egg you on to exhaustion trying to defend yourself, so do yourself a favor, and let it be for a while. These people get their jollies out of your anger and explanations.
Life works out how it should, if it is meant that you should keep your home, it will work itself out, and if in the end, you can't, well, brush your knees off, get back to the business of living and continue loving your children. No one can take that away from you.
Best wishes and know you are far from the only ones in this situation.
LPD
As the parent of a young adult who has come into contact with the police here in Lewiston, I lost respect for them. My son was in the wrong, and knew it, but the fact that an officer of the law approaches a car with a teen driver and starts using foul language before anyone can say anything was a complete turnoff. He had my son, he knew it, and to drop the f bomb every few words was a turn off. To call and point out the officer's misconduct was a complete waste of my time-I was asked, in a very surly tone if I was there, and was told that my son was lying, and the act of trying to point out any wrong doing on the officer's part was not allowed. I tried explaining that I was not trying to get my son off, but I considered it extremely unprofessional, again, waste of time. Since then, I have heard the same sorts of complaints from many young people. They are approached in a very disrespectable manner, some react in turn, some just can't believe the language from our fine officers. Not all, but some, and that's all you need to turn a situation bad--
I beg to differ--I work on
I beg to differ--I work on Center Street, and have witnessed two people racing, with one in the turning lane--so yeah, where there is a will, there is a way-you perhaps, may be the ignorant one--and if they weren't racing, they sure as heck were trying to figure out who had the fastest vehicle, would you call that by a different name as well?
You are spot on EZ
You are spot on EZ
Seacat
At 21 and 24, I hardly think that Mommy and Daddy are responsible for their child's actions, no matter how foolish they are--sorry,there comes a point in life where we need to be accountable for ourselves, your comment doesn't make sense.
It's all about priorities,
It's all about priorities, and so many people don't have them, sorry, even the elderly. My home is worth $150,00.00 as off a few months ago. That would have raised my taxes 13.00 a month, and avoided layoffs. That would be the best $13.00 a month I ever spent, to know that our firefighters, instructors and police officers had the staff they needed. I believe anyone can come up with $13.00 a month, even that crabby old man at Hannaford the other day, who insulted the clerk for not adding his lousy 30 cent coupon, but had 3 extra large bottles of Chablis--like I said, priorities--
my thoughts
My husband and I brought up three kids without alot of money, you know what, they never knew it. We always owned our own home, but lots of times after the bills were paid, there wasn't alot left over for food. We somehow managed, through old fashioned work and determination. Our kids did not go to school in rags, and our home was not a pig pen. We ate nutritious meals I made from scratch. As I said, we may have struggled, but it wasn't obvious. Thats the difference today--there isn't alot of pride. The poor and impovrished seem to have no hope or really, to even care. I realize that this seems like a general statement, but going into Walmart the other day, which I really try to avoid it became so obvious. People don't care, and why should they? They can sit on their butts and collect a check, the schools and streets will raise their kids, and if they become obese or disabled, they blame it on everyone but themselves. I wish I could think of a way to solve it, and I certainly have tried to help, but some people don't want to be helped, or they are so used to being helped they won't do a thing for themselves. My hometown of Lewiston embarrasses me.
Sorry, NORMAL people do not
Sorry, NORMAL people do not go attacking others-period.
I am thankful for the woman
I am thankful for the woman who consoled the young man. I got in a minor, and I mean minor accident in front of the Lewiston Public Library years ago, going to story time with my three children. I opened my door which was promptly clipped by a piece of junk car passing by. I believe I broke the passenger side mirror. The pig who was driving that car literally got out by hopping through the drivers side door, jumped over the hood of his car and came after me with a closed fist. Thankfully, a GENTLEMAN saw everything transpire, escorted me and my children into the library quickly and the police and my husband were notified. These people were scum, they had a car that was being kept together by wire hangers with filthy children in the back seat, watching this all happen. Come to find out, they put a huge claim in on my insurance which was promptly denied, because the damage they were seeking didn't come anywhere near what the police report described it as.
This poor kid is from Monmouth and he comes up against one of Lewiston's finest--I am sorry to his family --the father sounds like a nasty person. Lucky baby, her life sounds like it will be great, what with all the fine examples around her.
Just last week I witnessed a
Just last week I witnessed a father and daughter walking on a very busy section of Main Street. The father was so busy yacking on his cell phone he had no idea his daughter had completely lagged behind and was now standing at the intersection of Russell and Main Street--people had to beep their horns to get his attention, finally he remembered his child. Another instance, same area where this accident happened and again, mother was so busy with her cell call, she was completely oblivious to traffic and walked right into Sabattus Street without so much as looking. I would be curious to see what makes a person dart in the middle of traffic with no regard for you our your childs safety. People need to put the distractions away and plug into their children. For such an impoverished area of town, everyone has a cell--funny I just got mine last year and I am a 45 year old woman who has worked since I turned 16.
I totally have to get this
I totally have to get this off my chest. I am a big believer of giving to those less fortunate at all times, but especially this time of year. One place where I will not be putting my money, ever again, is the Salvation Army kettles outside of the stores. Years ago, my young son asked me to take him shopping for a present for his brother. The gift did not take up all his money, and on the way out, there was a Salvation Army kettle with a person ringing the bell. On his own, with no prodding by me, my son put all his change in that kettle--only to be completely ignored by the bell ringer. I was never so insulted--thankfully a kind older person saw what happened and complimented my son, and that was what he remembers now. Yesterday, against my better judgement, I had a few dollars in my wallet that I had no plans for. Money is tight for us right now, as my husbands hours have been cut to 24 hours a week since this past spring. Again, there was absolutlely no acknowledgment of my donation. I don't do these things for glory, but really, with times as tough as they are, a smile and a thank you go a long way in spreading holiday cheer. I personally know of families in dire situations right now, and they will get my money and help for now on. Bell Ringers--Smile, say thank you--you are not representing your charity very well at all, and you have lost my donations forever.
Although where I live makes
Although where I live makes me a little removed from the places this MURDERER would be around, I am so happy he is behind bars. I knew Erica's Grandfather Val, and the knowledge that they are together in heaven is made better with the fact that this scum is off the streets. Thanks to all involved in apprehending him--awesome work!!!
A new trend that is
A new trend that is disturbing is employers terminating their employees benefits such as health insurance and telling them they can just go apply for MaineCare. For all the PR Martindale is doing, this is exactly what happened this week, just before the holidays, and just before a treacherous driving season with potential accidents. They are not the first, but to me it smacks of a passing the buck mentality. Good Going--not!!!
The pickup driven by Cookson
The pickup driven by Cookson is registered to Bryan Rand of Pine Cove Road, Manchester.
Kennebec County Sheriff Randall Liberty said Rand, who shares his home with Cookson, reported his 2005 Chevrolet pickup stolen Wednesday morning. Bussiere said his department is working with the Kennebec County Sheriff's Department to investigate the stolen-vehicle report.
It was the second vehicle Rand had reported stolen in the past week.
Keith, you need to read a little bit more between the lines, it does not say she shares her home with the deputy, the deputy is saying whom she shares her home with, and that person's nmae is Bryan Rand.
This whole story and disgusting on it's own, it does not need any embellishing. She looks like a Meth Head.
I am being told to really be
I am being told to really be careful when purchasing the gift cards that they have at Hannaford, Wal-Mart and other stores ---the ones to restaurants, bookstores and stuff. Apparently there is a huge problem with people keeping track of the numbers on them and when they get activated they are being cleaned out right away. Apparently, some of these things start right at the top, with employees of the company that issues them being the culprits. How nice...............................
tron says Would breeders
tron says
Would breeders allow their "marriage" to suddenly become civil unions?
This is what the No on 1 people call a non-gay female--nice huh?? But yet we are the hater's and the bigots--what a crock!!!!
tron says new Would breeders
tron says new
Would breeders allow their "marriage" to suddenly become civil unions?
Tron, -You are a disgusting Moron--You spout more hate and disdain for your fellow human beings in a day then many will in a lifetime. But I got your number, you type out trash like this and see how many people go for the bait.
I may be against Gay Marriage, but I can proudly say I have never called a homosexual any thing worse than gay, and if someone will point out something they deem more politically correct, let me know.
Too bad your Mother, a Breeder, as you would like to call her, decided to mate that day. The world would be a much nicer place without the likes of you, you troll.
The fact that No on 1 has you on their side is the exact reason they lost.
Reagan, perfect words!!!
Reagan, perfect words!!! Tron, you are a troll.......................but you have heard this before, and I believe you get your thrills out of getting people worked up..............you are not all so politically savvy as you are vengeful........get over it.
Publik, you can call
Publik, you can call yourself a breeder all you want, as for me, I am a mother. Breeder sounds like something out of a science fiction novel. Seriously, if my husband called me a breeder, there would be hell to pay.
Just a note: Even though I
Just a note: Even though I was pretty firm in the thought I would vote Yes, you know what was the clincher?? A No on 1 activist referred to a heterosexual woman with children as a "Breeder"--how absolutely disgusting--take your signs and money and leave. Lead us to our own lives, morals and "narrow point of view".
Well, I thank the Sun
Well, I thank the Sun Journal for digging a little deeper. I know I wanted to know the back story to this guy. Do I wish him harm by wondering? No, but all those people who were digging in their pockets and their hearts to help him deserve to know the truth. My husband and I are dealing with his 40 hour job being dropped to 24, with 3 kids in college. We all have our struggles and most of the time we manage. The fact that he had his hand out and was taking money using a oldish story of his hard luck was wrong. Hopefully he finds a job (or accepts one, if that is true) and he can learn the pride of making it on your own. If he can't, their are legitimate ways of getting help, he wasn't using one.
I am glad they wrote this
I am glad they wrote this story, and had contacted the Sun Journal at one point to dig a little deeper. This guy does a brisk business between his shopping cart getting stuffed and the cash that gets handed to him. I was leaving Wal-Mart a few weeks ago and four cars ahead of me were handing him money, and another time people were handing him bags of food on their way out, he didn't look too tortured. I wanted to know what the truth was, and I am sure others do too. I think I will wait for the Salvation Army buckets to appear and continue to donate to the shelters in the area instead of handing out money to strangers with signs.
It's what they do Yeah
It's what they do Yeah Right, if you agree with them, well, you are incredibly intelligent and forward thinking and all-loving, if you disagree, well, they whip out the b word,and called an idiot, (and that is one of the kinder words. I will be so glad when this election is over!!!! Just for the record John, you are right, and I agree he does love us all, but he may not agree with our choices. No one on this earth knows what we will be held accountable for in the next life. I don't know what will make him angrier, these foolish elections that bring out the worst in people or the action of people that bring about the elections.
Good job, I am glad you
Good job, I am glad you caught these kids. I am getting so tired of people thinking they can just go around doing what they want. Thanks LPD and Bates College Security!!!
Really though people, if you have nothing to do, stay home and do yourself and everyone else a favor. If your plan is really to gather your friends and vandalize other people's property, well, your an idiot, and you can only play that game for so long.
Triumph--I just researched
Triumph--I just researched your above statement and don't find anything that backs it up--prove it, until then I don't need anyone telling me what I need to think because I am too uneducated...........................thanks but no thanks
Madam that is not educcation, that is stupidity.--try spell check or go back to school--out of New England, you might have better luck
gdls, as I stated, they are
gdls, as I stated, they are my thoughts, you have yours--that's how i FEEL--you were the one who chose caps first--just screaming back at you--thanks for making me glad I got all that off my chest though--I feel much better-what about you?
I have stated my case
I have stated my case before. I don't hate homosexuals--I just feel at this point in time, and for all the times this issue has come up for vote, it hasn't gone through. I consider myself a Christian, and my children were brought up in the church, but I do not attend church anymore for the express reason of the duplicity that resided in the church I attended. Pastors and Deacons, and other members of the congregation saying one thing on the pulpit and living a very different life during the week. I use my Christianity as my moral compass, and no matter what, am thankful I have it. I (me, not you) feel that Civil Unions are just as useful and serve the same purpose. If you are concerned that your wishes will not be served upon illness or death, get a will and keep it with your lawyer. I speak also as the sister of a homosexual. He himself has stated he doesn't see what all the fight is about. How he lives his life, and who he lives it with is his own business, and after having two long term partners in his life, he would be happy to have a partnership, or civil union, and wonders why calling it a marriage would make it any more formal, loving, or permanent.
I think what hurts me the most in all of this argument is the way people of faith are being mocked. I am trying to not be hurtful, and find myself choosing my words carefully, yet you mock my God, and the book that gives me (again, me, not you) faith and peace. I resent it, and wonder why to get your point across you make a joke of my faith. These are the reasons I question the end results of this election. If people are so hateful now, trying to get their way, how will it be once they get their way. You cannot tell me I have no reason to be fearful, the proof is in all these hateful, hurtful letters.
Wow, you Vote No people
Wow, you Vote No people really make me want to be on your team. So full of love, and desire to just make peace. These are the comments that will make me vote Yes. If this is how it is now, I hate to think of how things will be when it passes. As I have said before, you would help your cause more if you just kept quiet. These comments weren't that difficult to find, are just a few--there are tons more--again I have taken the bait and responded, when I have said I will respond in the election--have a nice day
Rex says new
Mary - you're a hateful bigot.
Rex says
Wow looky here another letter from a bigoted ahole. Making Maine proud.....riumph says new
triumph says new
I read the bible once. Too much sex and violence.
dr. dosh's picture
dr. dosh says new
. .AAaahhh, Salvation in a can * Pƒƒƒƒ† *
triumph says new
maddad, don't flatter yourself. No one gives a crap about YOUR acceptance.
gdls1 says new
Your god does not run this country; the people do.
Paris Patriot says
I just read down through the comments and am shaking my head at the typical buffoonery of the overly religious.
Have any of you morons read the actual same-sex marriage law here in Maine? I bet you haven't.
gdls1 says
This is another fact that gets ignored by the homphobic religious zealots.tron's picture
tron says
I gotta commend you for using your name and address. Most of the bigots that voice your opinion hide behind alias.'
My comment was directed at
My comment was directed at Crash--I put the wrong name in-excuse me please--
My comment was directed at
My comment was directed at Crash--I put the wrong name in-excuse me please--
Funny thing is Trayl, I
Funny thing is Trayl, I didn't say anywhere whether I was in favor or not--I just commented that Rex spouts the bigot word and so many other hateful things in defense of gay marriage--I say it takes away from his cause--he only sounds hateful and determined to shove his opinions down peoples throats by name calling a bulling--sound familiar to you?? I bet it does--by the way, my brother, who I love is gay....................and he is welcome at my table and in my home whenever he wants, and he is the godfather to my child-I am hardly a bigot, as I said, you don't know where I stand.
Funny thing is Trayl, I
Funny thing is Trayl, I didn't say anywhere whether I was in favor or not--I just commented that Rex spouts the bigot word and so many other hateful things in defense of gay marriage--I say it takes away from his cause--he only sounds hateful and determined to shove his opinions down peoples throats by name calling a bulling--sound familiar to you?? I bet it does--by the way, my brother, who I love is gay....................and he is welcome at my table and in my home whenever he wants, and he is the godfather to my child-I am hardly a bigot, as I said, you don't know where I stand.
Rex, A--you are a creeper, I
Rex, A--you are a creeper, I read the garbage you wrote in regards to St. Josephs church closing, and other horrible, negative things in the past, and now "Don't you Dare............." you the bigot and I won't even call you sir. You seem to me to be a wicked, miserable person who gets off on being able to say what you want (your soul must be black to have such a negative outlook on life and the people who live it) but yet you are a coward because you won't let anyone else have a word in....you shut them down and go to the next news article to harass others. You are the intolerable one!!!
Paris, you try to sound so
Paris, you try to sound so all supportive, but you know what, you sound like a smart ass bully. I put it right out there that I will vote Yes, but I don't condemn anyone else if they don't agree with me. I am voting on what I think is right, and absolutely know that what I think is right, someone else thinks is wrong--and I don't have to call anyone names, or mock their faith to put my point across. So in the end, it's people like you that think you are doing good, that make people like me feel the way I do. In most of the letters to the editor I am reading, the Same Sex Marriage supporters are way to quick to call someone else who doesn't agree with them bigots, buffoons, idiots and whatever other foolish names they can come up with--not that Yes people don't, but from my side of the fence, it usually all begins with the famous word "Bigot", if I don't agree with you. You think you help, but you only hurt.
News, once I saw, I realized
News, once I saw, I realized the same thing, so you got me there and I agree. I guess my point was that I will always love my children, as I want them all to love others, but we can all agree to disagree, so yes, you do have me correcting myself..............there is alot more to coupledom then what goes on behind closed doors........
Scene--last night at
Scene--last night at supper--news story about gay marriage vote--19 year old son states as he is sitting down at the table "I don't know what I would do if my kid said they were gay"--I said "you would love the child, no matter what, but you don't have to agree with their lifestyle choice-- I will always love you and be there for you, but I won't always agree with the choices you make." " Just as you don't want to know what goes on in my bedroom, I don't think I need to know about what goes on in yours. There is nothing that can't be said between us, but again, I may not always have the answer you are seeking. I can't approve what my faith has taught me is wrong, but I shall always love you." It was really that simple, I wish no harm to anyone, but I don't have to agree with what I feel is wrong. You can say I am wrong, but someday, I will hear the correct answer from my God. Those who say I am a fool for believing in God, again, your choice. But someday, we will all be made accountable, and for now, my time here on earth is spent trying to teach these lessons to my children, we can love, but we can have our own opinion as well, the only time we lose is when someone forces us to change what we feel is right for us. I will be voting Yes ....Marriage is between a man and a woman--Civil Unions are between same sex couples.
I will be voting for
I will be voting for marriage .....................to repeal this bill. Other than that, to be honest, after reading all these comments, I don't think either group tries to understand the other at all. So much anger and insults. I will go and vote, know I did was based on thoughtful deliberation and that will be all. Whoever wins, I will not engage in a spitting contest with you. All of you scare me, with your negativity and hatred towards each other. Now come on, respond to me and blame it on the other group.........................geez.........
getmeout, someone needs to
getmeout, someone needs to get YOU out, you dumb animal. Who even says stuff like that?? No matter what, that is someones child, sister, friend and loved one, and no one deserves this--think a little next time, if that's possible, or maybe it's your brain that's out of here.
It goes both ways, as the
It goes both ways, as the parent of two students at UMF, I have seen both, the oblivious college student with the ipod and cell phone not paying attention, but also, the distracted driver chatting on their cell phone, or worse yet, the drivers who just don't stop, regardless of the fact that a student (or any pedestrian) has started across the street. Drivers do need to realize that once someone has started to cross the street, you need to stop, period, it's not a game of chicken, and no one needs to be taught a lesson, just use the brains God gave you--EVERYONE.
It goes both ways, as the
It goes both ways, as the parent of two students at UMF, I have seen both, the oblivious college student with the ipod and cell phone not paying attention, but also, the distracted driver chatting on their cell phone, or worse yet, the drivers who just don't stop, regardless of the fact that a student (or any pedestrian) has started across the street. Drivers do need to realize that once someone has started to cross the street, you need to stop, period, it's not a game of chicken, and no one needs to be taught a lesson, just use the brains God gave you--EVERYONE.
I am so sorry for the Field
I am so sorry for the Field families loss. I agree with Rob, I believe that Erica is with Mike and Pepere Val--who was such a wonderful man. Who knows why these things happen--I only pray that the family can heal, and that someway, somehow, some poor girl reading this can see her relationship for what it is--but then again, I do believe that sometimes that people are just in the wrong place at the wrong time, and the only thing the rest of us can do is learn, and pray.
God bless you Field family, my thoughts and prayers are with you, but again, the knowledge that Erica is with Val is a comfort-
Peace--
God Bless you Jessica; We
God Bless you Jessica;
We didn't know each other that well, you worked with my Mother at Sabattus Residential Care and she loved you very much. I hope that your welcome in God's Kingdom has been amazing and peaceful. Know that you were very loved on this earth, but the knowledge that you are now present with our Lord and Savior gives such peace to those that are left behind. See you in eternity.
Linda
6 years old at 9:30 at
6 years old at 9:30 at night?? Should have been in bed!
there are times when I am
there are times when I am shopping and you almost feel held hostage by a screaming child. I am the one that doesn't have the child, but I have to put up with your screaming child--totally ignorant and inconsiderate--if people are glaring at you, here's a hint-they don't find your child's tantrum amusing and have a hard time understanding why you still insist on spending the next 45 minutes subjecting everyone in the store to it. Get a clue.