On Aug. 31 a letter, “Do not be duped by Auburn political signs” from Brad Kowalski, shocked this 81-year-old lifelong Auburn resident. I have both signs: the first was last year encouraging all residents to Protect Lake Auburn (our drinking water); the second appeared a month ago, after I met Jeff Harmon, who listened to […]
Alex Lear
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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.
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Nancy Greene: Auburn needs Jeff Harmon as its mayor
The Auburn City Council needs a new approach — one led by a mayor who values our irreplaceable community assets. Precious Lake Auburn — a source of fresh, clean water for generations — is now threatened by development of 1,100 housing units. Our still-vibrant neighborhoods have undergone major zoning changes leading to unsolved traffic and […]
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Amanda Guerette: Levesque would continue to lead Auburn forward
I’ve served as an associate member of the Auburn Planning Board for almost a year, in which time it’s reiterated how important and thoughtful the work is. It’s a place where we’re building a stronger future for my young son and his generation. This wouldn’t have happened without Mayor Jason Levesque first talking to me […]
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Richard J. Nadeau: Access to doctors was once much easier
I can remember when the town of Lisbon had at least three or four doctors and it would cost $9 a visit in town, and they made house calls, too. We even had a midwife on Vining Street. I was born there, as were a lot of us. The population was nearly 5,000. Now, we […]
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Joseph Philippon: Vote Longchamps for Ward 2 Lewiston councilor
I support Susan Longchamps for Ward 2 Lewiston city councilor. Susan is a successful business and property owner in Lewiston. She understands how to hold someone accountable while supporting them. For example, people can check out the annual block party on Pine St. that Susan started and continues to organize. They will see Susan picking […]
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Edward Walworth: Lewiston Mayor Sheline seeks solutions
Carl Sheline is running for a second term as the mayor of Lewiston, and I think he really deserves to be elected. I have seen him at many local events, in the State House, at chamber breakfasts, up and down Lisbon Street, maybe everywhere except the summit of Thorncrag. He is deeply involved in the […]
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Bob Neal: The Countryman: Schools need to find their new normal
Schools have moved past the idea of teaching “The Three Rs, readin’, writin’ and ‘rithmetic.” Parents have abdicated many of their duties, such as fixing the kids’ breakfast, overseeing their homework, teaching them about sexual and other relationships and supporting the teachers and schools when the kids are disciplined.
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Clarence Page: Republicans seek strength in the GOP debate after Donald Trump’s indictments
All eight candidates onstage seemed at least a bit off their game, as if they were filling in for the main event who didn’t show up, former President Donald Trump, who would be turning himself in to the Fulton County, Georgia, jail the next day after his fourth criminal indictment.
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James Cyr: Thankful to have a veteran in Mayor Levesque
I recently spoke with Mayor Jason Levesque about his proposal that was passed by the Auburn City Council last year to waive all permit fees for veterans and 50% for veteran-owned businesses. As a veteran, this savings means a lot. It speaks to the character of Mayor Levesque, a fellow veteran who sees those who […]