Alex Lear
Staff Writer
Alex Lear is a lifelong Mainer who has spent 25 years in journalism -- the first 20 as a reporter for newspapers in Damariscotta and Falmouth, then as Opinions section editor for the Sun Journal and now a digital producer with the Maine Trust for Local News. His long-running “Learics” column won first place in the Maine Press Association’s 2023 Better Newspaper Contest. He and his wife Lauren are kept young by their 9-year-old daughter Alaina. Send feedback and suggestions to Alex.
Posted inBusiness, Noteworthy
Androscoggin Bank hires new VP, chief operating officer
LEWISTON — Androscoggin Bank has named Kate Rush as executive vice president and chief operating officer. The Newport resident brings a wide breadth of experience in operations, technology, finance and innovation, acquired through her multifaceted career in various industries, according to a news release from the bank. Before her tenure with Androscoggin Bank, Rush held […]
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Posted inLetters, Opinion
Robert Limoges: Mental health, guns are both valid issues
Clem Bechard was right in writing that “the criminal will always find a way to get a gun” (“Can’t go along with the ‘blame the gun’ argument,” Nov. 4). Especially since it’s so easy to get one right now. Oh, and Robert Card wasn’t a criminal until he went on his shooting spree. So law-abiding […]
Posted inLetters, Opinion
Renee Cote: Auburn residents need to stay vigilant about protecting lake
After the decisive vote for a new mayor and two new City Council members, we can look forward to a city government that is transparent and more receptive to the wishes of Auburn citizens. However, the results from Nov. 7 will not affect decisions that will be made at the upcoming Planning Board meeting on […]
Posted inLetters, Opinion
Hobart and Marianne Noll: U.S. is with Lewiston ‘today and for the tomorrows’
My wife and I want to express our deepest sympathy to the families of those who lost love ones in last month’s horrific Lewiston shootings. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We also want the people of Lewiston to know we are also with them. May each of you find strength from your beliefs, […]
Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
Michael Rocque, Rep. Adam Lee, Alex Piquero: Gov. Mills’ commission on the Lewiston attacks has the potential to make real change in Maine
For this commission to truly be influential, it is imperative that it be composed of a variety of stakeholders representing different constituencies and points of view, but also experts who can inform the investigation without an agenda.
Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
Cal Thomas: A third try in Texas for school choice
The last legislative session bowed to scare tactics by the powerful teachers unions and Democrats who promoted claims that allowing parents to send their children to private schools or use tax dollars to underwrite the costs of educating their children at home would force some public schools, especially in rural areas, to close.
Posted inLetters, Opinion
Jeanne Flottemesch: It’s vital for community responders to care for selves after tragedy
As someone grieving the loss of two beloved family members and as a now-retired medical social worker, I would like to thank all of the community responders to the terrible events of Oct. 25. There are so many of you both on the frontlines and in the background. I cannot thank you enough for your […]