I would like to know who was responsible for the wording on ballot Question 1, concerning the New England Clean Energy Connect project, to be voted on Nov. 2. The wording is so misleading, which is common, to confuse people who do not read or understand what they are actually voting on. This question should […]

The Auburn mayor is bulldozing the public while we’re going through a pandemic. We have a mayor who is hellbent on getting over the questionable goal line with major rezoning that could change Auburn’s country-scape forever. Mayors should be working for all the people, not be obviously all in for pro-development, while claiming altruism. Land […]

Yes, Central Maine Power is a poorly-run company, owned by an overseas energy conglomerate. Hopefully we will someday replace it here in Maine with a publicly-owned electric utility. For now, this is what we’ve got, and so the issue with the New England Clean Energy Connect corridor is really about carbon reduction. Yes, some trees […]

I believe Carl Sheline is the best person to represent Lewiston as mayor. In speaking with Carl, I find that he is very motivated to continue to invest in economic development and also attract new business to our community. Other priorities on his list to accomplish are to improve the city’s image by cleaning up […]

I urge Maine voters to vote “yes” on referendum Question 2 on Nov. 2. This $100 million transportation bond would increase to over $350 million with added federal, local and private funds. These funds would support improvements to roads, bridges, airports, marine and rail facilities, tourism, and recreation-related transportation facilities. Thousands of good-paying jobs would […]

I am pleased to write this letter to support Megan Parks for reelection to her at-large seat on the Lewiston School Committee. I have known Megan for about five years now, during my time employed with Lewiston public schools. I was impressed by her positivity, energy, motivation and willingness to do what it takes to […]

I ask residents to save our retirement in Jay by voting no on Article 5. Article 5 asks if the town wants to eliminate the guaranteed monthly retirement income for new employees hired after Jan. 1, 2022. Town employees have contributed into the Maine State Retirement System since 1992. If it’s not broken, why fix […]

Mainers are now voting whether to amend the Maine Constitution to include a “right to food.” Supporters admit that the amendment is not about guaranteeing food for the hungry. In fact, proponents haven’t given us even a single tangible reason for the amendment. Apparently, they plan to use the amendment in court to further the […]

As an educator and mother of two school-aged children, I encourage residents to support Paul Beauparlant in his bid for reelection to the Lewiston School Committee, Ward 7. Paul has devoted his life to education, spending 43 years in the classroom as a teacher and department chair, never failing to put students first. He has […]