I am writing in support of Stefanie Mahr Damien for House District 88. Stefanie and I do not see eye-to-eye on every political avenue, but she has an open mind and is willing to entertain conversation regarding differences of opinion. She has shown me excitement and willingness to grow in our local community. The biggest […]
September 2024
Robert Hansen: Reelect Rep. Libby to keep working for Maine
Well-seasoned, knowledgeable, energetic, pragmatic, family-oriented, with traditional Maine values, responsive to the needs and concerns of all of her constituents — Democrats, independents, and Republicans alike — and widely known for her willingness to “reach across the aisle” in Augusta based upon the issue at hand. That’s our state representative, Laurel Libby. Laurel is tackling […]
Linda Glass: Nutt would bring ‘fresh perspective’ to House District 79
We need a representative who brings fresh perspective. Someone who will share the worries that we voice at town meetings and not be concerned with what the state party says. Town road maintenance? Adequate fire and other emergency services? How to provide for an education system that meets the needs of our students and prepares […]
Stan Tetenman: The cost of climate change
Many people are opposed to changes to clean energy, primarily wind and solar, because of the up-front cost of creating a new means of power generation. In the last few years we have seen numerous storms in the U.S. and other countries that have been 100-, 500- and even 1,000-year storms. The best science available […]
Football: Lake Region hands Spruce Mountain first loss of the season
Brock Gibbons runs for 196 yards for the Lakers, who also benefit from special teams play and some alert play-calling.
Football roundup: Dirigo shuts out Madison
Hudson Lufkin throws four touchdown passes for the Cougars.
Football: Dominant ground game leads Maranacook past Poland
Black Bears rush for 406 yards in win over Knights.
Rays score twice in seventh inning to beat Red Sox, 2-1
Josh Lowe hits hits an RBI double and Tampa Bay beats Nick Pivetta in what could be his final start for the Red Sox.
High school roundup: Buckfield girls soccer stays undefeated with win over Bangor Christian
The Bucks snap a 2-2 tie late in the second half to improve to 7-0. Plus more recaps from Friday, including the Edward Little boys’ victory against Bangor.