A Maine native and Colby College graduate, Alex has been covering coastal communities since 2001. He lives in the Portland area with his wife Lauren, 4-year-old daughter Alaina, and 7-year-old bulldog Walter. He has released four CDs of original music and does occasional research work for Marvel Comics' collected editions.
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PublishedOctober 30, 2020
Ben DeTroy: Vote Coolidge for House District 65
I’m pleased to support Misty Coolidge for House District 65. A dynamic entrepreneur, she understands all too well the challenges of running a successful small business. Her sincerity and can-do attitude will help us all move on from these difficult times. We are fortunate to have her as a candidate. Ben DeTroy, New Gloucester
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PublishedOctober 30, 2020
Michael Boom: Go play in the mud
I would like to say a word or two about the virtues of playing in the mud. When I was young and got under my mother’s skin, she would say to me, “Get out of my face and go play in the mud.” Please, parents, don’t stop encouraging your children to go outside and play […]
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PublishedOctober 30, 2020
West Paris church conducts services following CDC guidelines
WEST PARIS —The First Universalist Church of West Paris holds services at 9 a.m. Sundays while observing the safety practices of wearing masks and social distancing. The congregation is not singing during the hymns, but music is being provided by Tom Coolidge. Service topics are as follows: Nov. 1: “Let Us Never Forget” led by […]
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PublishedOctober 30, 2020
Oxford County Spirit of America Award winners announced
SOUTH PARIS — The Oxford County Commissioners recognize groups and individuals for their exceptional volunteer work within the county. The commissioners normally honor the Spirit of America award recipients in person, but this year due to COVID-19, the certificates will be mailed. This years’ winners will also be invited to attend the 2021 ceremony. The following […]
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PublishedOctober 29, 2020
Austin Dumont: Time for new U.S. Senate leadership
Susan Collins was an independent leader, serving the best interests of Maine. In recognition, Mainers rewarded her with an overwhelming victory in 2014. However, a lot has changed since then. On the key votes, she stands with Mitch McConnell and President Trump. She supported Trump’s tax cut plan, of which 40% went to the richest […]
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PublishedOctober 29, 2020
Cindy Elias: The facts back Rep. Sheats’ reelection
I have seen a disturbing amount of outside negative advertising in the House District 64 race. I urge all voters to get facts about both candidates from credible sources: for example, the Maine Ethics Commission has thorough, accurate information about campaign finances. Rep. Bettyann Sheats has publicly denounced these negative ads. She stands ready, as […]
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PublishedOctober 29, 2020
Community briefs for Thursday, Oct. 29
Halloween Walk to change to drive-thru event DIXFIELD — The area Halloween Walk that is usually on Weld Street will be a drive-thru event from 4 to 6 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 31, at Mountain View Campground. Perpetual Holy Rosary to be recited with prayers for election LEWISTON — The month of October is dedicated […]
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PublishedOctober 29, 2020
Cartoon for Thursday, Oct. 29
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PublishedOctober 29, 2020
Area parishes to commemorate All Souls’ Day
PORTLAND — On All Souls’ Day, also known as the Commemoration of All the Faithful Departed, Catholic Church parishioners pray for the souls of those who have died and are still in purgatory being prepared for eternal life in heaven. Parishioners believe they can help those souls in purgatory through prayers. Several area parishes are […]
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PublishedOctober 29, 2020
Mark Rains: Support for Jan Collins
Maine Legislative Republicans missed two important points when they stated they would “not support an open-ended session that fails to focus on amending the governor’s emergency powers.” First, states doing the best at keeping citizens safe and economies healthy (Maine is among the leaders) are the ones that are guided by their public health departments […]
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