I am writing in support of Misty Coolidge for Maine House representative for the western part of Poland and all of New Gloucester (District 65). She works not only hard at her businesses and the raising of her three children with her husband Peter, but she volunteers hard also. By volunteering at the Good Shepard […]
Alex Lear
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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.
William Welch: Vote Morrison for House District 60
As a business owner and longtime resident of Lewiston, I am supporting John Morrison for House District 60. John’s history as a business owner in Lewiston and Auburn provides him the experience to represent small business owners. John has made it one of his missions to provide young adults with the skills and opportunities to […]
Lynn Adams: Libby a hard worker, problem solver
I first met Laurel Libby when we met to collect signatures together for a referendum question on a July day. It was my first day out — she showed me the ropes, had confidence in me, and encouraged me. By September I had gotten nearly 700 signatures. Not her 4,002, but more than I ever […]
Bob Stone: ‘Clean Elections’ can’t escape dark money
After noting dark money popping up on Facebook in the form of ads supporting incumbent Democrats Claxton and Sheats, I wanted to see how much dark money has been spent in addition to the Maine “Clean” Election funds that each received. What I found was nothing that really shocked me. As of last week, Sheats […]
Nichole Stevens: House District 65 deserves Coolidge
I have had the pleasure of knowing Misty Coolidge for 22 years. One day she told me she was going to start one of her, now many, businesses here in New Gloucester, and that she also decided to buy a home here in town for her growing family. I was thrilled and knew she’d be […]
Gabrielle Russell: Cloutier deserves reelection to Augusta
Kristen Cloutier is the best candidate for representative for House District 60. I have seen her in roles as mayor of Lewiston, City Council president and as my representative in the past. Her willingness to listen and consider different positions is one of her many strengths. Kristen has strong economic goals, including increases to transportation […]
Carl Wilcox: Claxton listens, cares, takes action
I support Ned Claxton for re-election to state Senate District 20. Ned is a retired family physician who owned a family medical practice. As a small business owner he knows firsthand the issues of running a small business and being a job creator in Maine. Ned is a leader on Maine’s health care issues, sponsoring […]
Connie Money: Duguay ‘a qualified leader’ for Oxford County
I’m writing in support of Dave Duguay for Oxford County commissioner, in regard to his character. I’ve known Dave for many years through my friendship with his daughter, Angie. Also, I work with his wife, Patty, to promote and coordinate recycling in our community. Dave always greets me with a smile and brightens my day […]
Community briefs for Wednesday, Oct. 28
Loaves and Fishes weekend holiday fair canceled LEWISTON — The Loaves and Fishes Holiday Fair, to have been held Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 31 and Nov. 1, at the new bingo location at the Carriage House, 1119 Lisbon St., has been canceled. Literary union sponsoring Craft Fest Fair AUBURN — The Woman’s Literary Union […]