A few years back, when folks were starting to pay attention to the environment and forming committees to protect it, I recall a commercial that began to appear randomly on television. This commercial portrayed a Native American in full dress, standing on a mountain looking out over his native land that had become a mecca […]

I write to call attention to Bettyann Sheats, who is a superb candidate for Maine Senate District 20. Bettyann has lived in the area for almost 30 years, raising her family and starting a small business. She is a veteran and is well known for her balanced opinions and her ability to listen and bring […]

Why do we allow this country’s gun policies to be run by the National Rifle Association and its pet politicians who receive hundreds of thousands of dollars from the gun industry? The U.S. has far more mass shootings than other countries that don’t let civilians buy military guns. No one objects to Americans having ordinary […]

I am writing in strong support of Peggy Rotundo for Lewiston’s open state Senate seat this fall. Peggy is amazing example of someone who should be in public service. Her past service at Bates College and in the Maine Legislature, and her commitment to Lewiston and Lewiston people, is very evident every time Peggy is […]

Kristen Cloutier worked tirelessly as Lewiston city councilor and mayor, and now state legislator, to represent her constituents fairly, advocate for policies sustaining families and garnering resources for sustainable economic development and healthy communities. Serving on the Appropriations and Finance, Transportation Study, and Taxation committees, Kristen led efforts toward solutions addressing immediate needs — tax […]

I have been carefully watching, with concern, the community discussion about Regional School Unit 16’s attempt to educate the voters about Question 2 in the June 14 referendum vote. There appears to be a concerted effort by some public officials from Poland and Minot to make the school budget process harder. From my observations they […]

I am pleased to see District Attorney Andrew Robinson nominated and confirmed as Maine District Court Judge. Andrew’s outstanding service to Oxford, Franklin and Androscoggin counties was exceptional. But we now need a replacement who can carry on this good work. Edward Rabasco has announced he is a write-in candidate for this important office. Ed […]