PORTLAND — Catholic churches in Maine will allow up to 50% capacity or 100 people total (whichever is less) at indoor daily and Sunday Masses effective Tuesday, Oct. 13. Since June 1, the Diocese of Portland has allowed Maine churches to hold public Masses with restrictions and safeguards in place, including a maximum of 50 […]
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.
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Louise Landry Mease: Praise for positive police articles
It’s nice to read such positive articles as Mark LaFlamme’s Oct. 4 write-up on Lewiston Police Officer Ryan Gagnon. I appreciate Officer Gagnon’s work downtown, on foot no less. For residents to see police presence is such a positive thing. Also, my delayed comment on Karen Kreworuka’s Sept. 26 article on Lewiston School Resource Officer […]
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Well done news for Friday, Oct. 9
FINDLAY, Ohio — The University of Findlay recently welcomed new undergraduate and graduate students to campus for fall 2020. New students began their studies at UF on Aug. 17. Local students include: Jordyn Maloy of Lisbon Falls, pursuing a degree in equestrian studies and a degree in equine business management. Maloy is a graduate of […]
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Albert L. Godfrey, Sr.: Riley fights for constituents
I wish to speak out in favor of the reelection of Rep. Tina Riley of Jay, as she has greatly impressed me with her devotion to serving the residents of District 74, as well as those across Maine. I first met Tina in 2005. Over the years, I have watched her fight to have her […]
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Jo Josephson: Maiuri for Franklin County commissioner
Tiffany Maiuri’s service at both the municipal and county levels of government in Franklin County is all of the above. That is why she has my vote for Franklin County commissioner to represent District 1 (Temple, Wilton, Jay, Carthage, Washington and Perkins Townships). In my years of reporting on local government for the Morning Sentinel, […]
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No Thanksgiving baskets for food cupboard clients due to COVID-19
FARMINGTON — The Tri-Town Food Cupboard board met recently to discuss post-summer plans for food distribution. Because of the COVID-19 epidemic, some changes were made after deliberations. It was recommended that due to the many unknowns, this year there will be no traditional Thanksgiving baskets for the community. The logistics of spacing and keeping people […]
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John Libby: Wife is a good fit for Augusta
An amazing woman is running for Maine State representative this November: my wife, Laurel Libby. Let me tell a little of what I’ve learned about her in our life together. Laurel has an incredible work ethic. I’ve never seen anything like it, and that’s saying something, considering I’m from Minot, Maine. She will continue to […]
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Community briefs for Thursday, Oct. 8
Waterford Grange to host end of Season Sales WATERFORD — The Waterford Grange, located on Route 35 beside the North Waterford Post Office will be hosting a Craft and While elephant sale, Friday, October 9, from 10 a.m to 5 pm. and Saturday, October 10, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sewn, knit or crocheted items, […]
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Christopher Brennick: Cole for Oxford County commissioner
I support Scott Cole because he is a knowledgeable public official who will serve the people of Oxford County well. I had the privilege of working with Scott for just under a year in town government. I was always thoroughly impressed with his in-depth knowledge on the issues and his ability to use that knowledge […]