Let’s not mess this up. This upcoming primary we have a clear choice to defeat liberal Jared Golden. Let’s consider the following facts: Only one Republican has won the 2nd congressional district in 25 years. Only one Republican has done the hard work of raising the money necessary to compete against the President Biden/Nancy Pelosi/Golden […]
2022
Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
Cal Thomas: The missing element in the debate about guns
Attempts to ban certain guns will not solve the problem. Recalling and teaching ancient truths will help. That will require a different kind of action than what we have experienced in recent years.
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Posted inLetters, Opinion
In rebuttal: Sen. Heather Sanborn: Rep. Morris is wrong on health care costs
Health insurance is incredibly complicated. But what isn’t complicated is that access to health insurance saves lives. As Senate chair of the Legislature’s Health Coverage, Insurance and Financial Services Committee for the past four years, I’ve worked with both Democrats and Republicans to make it easier for people to access affordable health care coverage and […]
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In a word: Time to rectify my mistakes: mia culpa
Let’s just say I have lots of ‘experience’ when it comes to writing.
Posted inLetters, Opinion
Stacie Field: School budget referendum has placed ‘undue burden’ on RSUs
On April 2 I gave up my Saturday morning to attend the Poland Town Meeting. I wanted to vote on the business of the town, and I knew that was my only chance, so I attended. The district budget meeting is the school system’s town meeting style budget meeting. Title 20-A M.R.S. §1482-A requires RSUs […]
Posted inConnections
Mechanic Falls society to give talk on Penney family June 12
The Mechanic Falls Historical Society plans to feature a discussion about the Penney family from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday, June 12, in the Council Chambers of the Municipal Building, 108 Lewiston St. Pamela Penney and her cousin, Janne Penney, will offer details, glimpses and memories of one of the most distinguished and heralded families […]
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Lasell University honors local graduates
NEWTON, Mass. — Seven local students received degrees during Lasell University’s celebration of its undergraduate class of 2022 at a May 14 on-campus ceremony. Alexis Gatto of Auburn graduated magna cum laude with a Bachelor of Science degree in management. Brittany Nadeau of Monmouth graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree in curriculum and instruction. […]
Posted inLetters, Opinion
Ben Lounsbury: Explaining specifics behind ‘Protect Lake Auburn’ effort
People have seen the signs, “Protect Lake Auburn.” The general meaning needs no explanation, but the specifics deserve elaboration. Lake Auburn is the drinking water supply for Lewiston and Auburn. It has a waiver, allowing its water to be drunk by citizens without being filtered. Only 37 lakes in the country have such a waiver. […]
Posted inOpinion, Perspective
The lasting consequences of school shootings on the students who survive them
Research shows that school shootings can lead to years of health, educational and economic detriment for students who survive the attack.
Posted inLetters, Opinion
Andrew Tasker: ‘Hate never made any country great’
When was the last time people felt they matter and have worth in America? Who actually cares what their problems may be? Does anyone with any authority to enact changes in what was once the “land of the free” care what they think about the direction America is going? Violence is the breeding ground of […]