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 inLetters, Opinion
Evan McIntire: Concerns about ‘preferred candidate’ designation
I looked at a sample ballot this week for Franklin County, and noticed that Eddie Hastings, who is running for sheriff, has the words “Preferred Candidate — Independent” under his name. What does that mean, and why or how did he become a “preferred candidate”? Here’s what I found out. Under Title 21-A, 354(1): Unenrolled […]
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Paula Steele: Reelect Lisa Keim to state Senate
Maine’s beauty and unmatched bounty is Lisa Keim’s message month after month. She speaks to her constituents, her people, with a calm, uplifting voice, never avoiding the difficult issues but pointing us beyond the ugliness to our rights as Mainers. She stands firm in her beliefs, always defending us, encouraging, and supporting our rights. Lisa’s […]
Posted inConnections
Ledoux to lead workshop on turning memories into memoirs
LEWISTON — The Franco-American Collection (FAC) at the University of Southern Maine’s Lewiston-Auburn College will hold the last of its series of free online workshops exploring oral history, genealogy and memoir at 1 p.m. Monday, Nov. 2. Denis Ledoux, director of The Memoir Network, who has been helping people to write personal and family history since […]
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Joan Villani: People should vote ‘red’ on Nov. 3
Former New Jersey Rep. Jeff Van Drew was a Democrat who switched to the Republican Party last year. Why? Because he was told by Democratic leaders he had to vote to impeach the president, or his “no” vote could result in heavy political consequences for him personally. Why don’t more Democrats follow? Coercion is wrong. […]
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Cancer center’s Turkey Trot 4 Hope event is going virtual
NORWAY — Turkey Trot 4 Hope is back and is going virtual. Organizers encourage all to join during the four days, Thursday to Sunday, Nov. 26 to 29, anytime, anywhere in support of the Cancer Resource Center of Western Maine. This is an event for the family. The route can be a favorite trail, a […]
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Peter Elias: Reelect Sheats to House District 64
As both constituent and medical professional, I strongly support Rep. Bettyann Sheats for House District 64. She richly deserves her reputation as a public health candidate and community advocate. Her approach is well researched and science-based. She championed the Kids Safe Products Act banning BPA from baby bottles. She has worked to get hormone-disrupting PFAs […]
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Diane Jackson: Bennett for state Senate
During these unprecedented times in our state, we need representatives in Augusta who have the experience and understanding to guide us through these uncertain times. I hope voters join me and my family in supporting Rick Bennett for Senate. Rick has that experience and the ability to bring people together for the common good. Having […]
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Kora Temple Octoberfest drive-thru supper reported a success
LEWISTON — “It was another successful fundraising event for Kora Shriners this past weekend. On behalf of the 1,600-plus Kora Nobles that work hard to support our 22 Shriners Hospitals for Children, we are so very appreciative of the public support,” stated Kora’s leader for 2020 Potentate Sonny Jutras of the Octoberfest drive-thru meal. Over […]