I do not customarily write endorsements but do so here because “it’s all about Lewiston.” I support, without any equivocation, or reservation, the following. For City Council: Ward 1, Linda Scott; Ward 2, Robert McCarthy; and Ward 5, Laurier “Larry” Pease. For School Committee: Ward 2, Janet Beaudoin; Ward 6, Meghan Hird; and Ward 7, […]
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.
Linda Wooten: Gerry ‘a loyal representative’ on Auburn council
It is with utmost respect and gratitude that I write in support of reelecting Belinda Gerry to the Auburn City Council. Belinda has been a loyal representative to the citizens of Auburn with her listening ear, her research of facts and actively assisting neighbors and people who she has never met before. We cannot afford […]
Jim Lysen: Sheline would be ‘a fine mayor’ for Lewiston
I ask Lewiston residents to join me in voting for Carl Sheline to be the city’s next mayor. I was impressed by Carl and his thoughtfulness during presentations before the Lewiston City Council when I represented Ward 1. I have just had conversations with Carl on two very important issues, and his responses have made […]
Phil Nadeau: Lewiston should elect Sheline its mayor
Long before Carl Sheline was interested in elected office in Lewiston, I have always marveled at his enthusiasm and outright love for this community. It is often heard today that people are looking for someone who is “authentic” and “genuine.” That perfectly described Carl long before those descriptions became fashionable. He is that same person […]
Jamie Beaulieu: Corporate manipulation of public on Question 1
The tactic employed by those who took away the Penobscot Nation’s right to the river that bears their name, for good reason, is currently being employed by those who wish to block the transmission of clean energy generated in Quebec through Maine. Where right to the Penobscot River is concerned, a cabal of corporations looking […]
Rep. Jon Connor: Benson would put students’ educational outcomes first
Heather Benson is exactly who our Lewiston School Committee needs to help shape policy and put the educational outcomes of our students first. She understands the needs of students and parents alike and would be sure to keep those needs forefront, instead of an ideology or specific agenda. I would be proud to have her […]
Rachel Nadeau: Roebuck would bring ‘fresh perspective’ to Lewiston council
I am supporting Caleb Roebuck for Lewiston Ward 2 city councilor. Some believe a person needs to live a long time in a community and be over the age of 60 to be a good representative. This is simply not true. It says a lot about a person when they come live in Lewiston, realize […]
Reginald Arsenault: Keep Mexico fire ordinance ‘as is’
With the upcoming voting on Nov. 2, Mexico residents will be asked to vote on a new “seasonal fire permit.” The permit that has been in effect since June 2014 was written by our former fire chief, the late Gary Wentzell, and the planning board at the time. Chief Wentzell was concerned about the Mexico […]
Tammy Fereshetian: State reps should oppose ‘crippling’ vaccine mandates
“Dirigo,” meaning “I lead,” is found on our state flag under the North Star and is our motto. Remember: As goes Maine, so goes the nation. As a Maine citizen I am requesting that there be an emergency meeting of our state Legislature to stop the Mills’ administration’s COVID vaccine mandate for health care workers. […]