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.
Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
Cal Thomas: Who needs faith advisers?
If I am deficient in my knowledge about chemistry, or a medical issue, or what kind of car to buy, I consult people who know more than I do on these subjects. When it comes to faith, though, I can handle that with a little help from my friends, meaning the writers of the Old […]
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Community briefs for Tuesday, Nov. 17
Masonic lodge to host baked bean supper LOVELL — Delta Masonic Lodge 53, 920 Lovell Road, will host a baked bean and hot dog supper from 5 to 6:30 p.m. or until sold out on Saturday, Nov. 21. The price is $7 a person. There will be delivery dinners available to the local elderly and […]
Posted inLetters, Opinion
Stan Tetenman: Let’s protect our democracy
The election is over. Biden is the winner – not an apparent winner. In my lifetime, Trump is the only president who has not made a concession call to the winner and started the process of transition to a new administration. He and prominent members of the Republican Party have made accusations of voter fraud […]
Posted inLetters, Opinion
Jonathan Cohen: Trump advocates distrust of democratic practices
If it was only a matter of being a sore loser, you could excuse Trump. But what he’s doing — loudly advocating distrust of our most basic democratic practices, and making it harder for Biden to take up the position — is making us weaker as a nation. Bad enough he’s spent the past three […]
Posted inLetters, Opinion
Nelson Baillargeon: Mills has handled pandemic well
I would like to take a moment to thank Gov. Mills for her handling of the coronavirus. I am a Republican who did not vote for her, but right now I am happy she is our governor. She has had to walk a fine line to protect Mainers from this devastating virus, as well as […]
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Well done news for Saturday, Nov. 14
Lasell University recognizes area student leaders NEWTON, Mass. — A number of student leaders at Lasell University have engaged in opportunities to enhance their leadership skills and bring positive change to the community. Kiara Fournier, a resident of Auburn, is a member of the Emerging Leaders program. The program is an eight-week workshop series in […]
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SMCC holding virtual open houses, high school visits
SOUTH PORTLAND — Southern Maine Community College is holding a series of virtual open houses, high school visits and informational sessions for prospective and accepted students to learn about SMCC and its academic programs. The SMCC Admissions Office will offer virtual open houses grouped by academic division Dec. 1-8. The date and time of each […]
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Leonard Pitts Jr.: Don’t let the doorknob hit’cha where the good Lord split’cha
Dear Price Wallace: There was a time I would have reasoned with you. There was a time I might even have pleaded. Back then, I’d have been shocked and appalled to see a Mississippi state lawmaker advocate secession from the Union as you did in a Twitter exchange with former state representative Robert Foster a […]