In this hyper-partisan time, it’s such a relief to find three candidates at the top of the Democratic ticket here in Congressional District 2 — Joe Biden, Sara Gideon, and Jared Golden — who are all pragmatic, non-ideological centrists who know how to listen to experts trained in fields other than their own. All through […]
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.
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Posted inLetters, Opinion
Richard Bean: Vote Cole for Oxford commissioner
I was glad to see that Scott Cole is running for Oxford County commissioner. As our Bethel town manager for many years, he was smart, courteous, and responsive. I am definitely voting for him, as I am sure he will do fine as a commissioner. Years ago, following a town-wide property revaluation in Bethel, I […]
Posted inLetters, Opinion
Monique Roy: Cloutier’s dedication to Lewiston ‘unwavering’
Having worked with Kristen Cloutier, in collaboration with our schools in her role as representative of state House District 60, it is abundantly clear to me that her dedication to the city of Lewiston and its citizens is unwavering. She is not afraid to have tough conversations and is always willing to listen and find […]
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Margaret Craven: A good fit for Androscoggin commission
I am voting for Roland Poirier for Androscoggin County Commission. We serve on the board of Museum LA together, Roland being our treasurer. I have known Roland and his family for many years, and I can testify that he is kind, thoughtful, a good listener, and a critical thinker who makes decisions logically and well […]
Posted inConnections
Museum L-A offering new digital resources, including tours, lesson plans
LEWISTON — Museum L-A has announced the launch of History Weaver, a new suite of online resources, including virtual tours, mini-exhibits and lesson plans at the elementary, middle and high school level. All digital resources are provided by Museum L-A to the community at no cost. Visit www.historyweaver.net to get started. Through virtual tours explore […]
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Patricia Quinn: Branch will work for Maine’s future
I am writing to encourage voters in state Senate District 19 to vote for Katey Branch because she is such a dynamic personality and a great listener. She has chosen to live in Maine for 32 years because she loves the outdoors, our mountains and lakes, and is especially interested in protecting them. Katey practices […]
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Michele Varuolo Cole: Cole for county commissioner
Setting aside spousal bias, this is why I’m voting for Scott Cole for Oxford County commissioner. He’s the complete package. Twenty-nine years of municipal and county experience with leadership qualities make him a natural candidate. His technical comprehension of county governance is second to none. His decisions are based on gained knowledge, fair process and […]
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Henry Washburn: Vote Trump out of office
Our president and members of his administration have verbally attacked the governor of Michigan, Gretchen Whitmer, after the FBI uncovered a plot to kidnap her and “try” her for her supposed crimes. President Trump said not a word to condemn the hate group that planned to kidnap her; we are forced to think that he […]
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UMF announces two new education programs to help meet need for teachers
FARMINGTON — The University of Maine at Farmington has announced two new teacher education programs in undergraduate and graduate education that will help provide new pathways for educators to reach their professional goals while helping to meet Maine’s need for qualified teachers. Both programs, a Master’s of Science in Education in Mathematics Education and a […]