I am writing to heartily endorse our representative, Kristen Cloutier, for reelection to the Maine House of Representatives for Lewiston’s District 94. Kristen has devoted her life’s work to serving Lewiston’s children and families — our businesses, schools and communities. I’ve seen Kristen — time and time again — rise early and work late into […]
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.
Clarence Page: Looking for truth when lies become too easy to embrace
My fellow former Middletonian Sen. JD Vance urged Democrats to tone down their rhetoric. He should do something similar with his own. So should the former president.
Orion Ortolf: Maine should create offshore wind farms
One of the many gifts my parents have given me is my love of gardening. Growing up, we always had a vegetable garden in our suburban backyard. Some of my best childhood memories are playing outside, helping to tend the plants and picking tasty treats. I also understand now in my adulthood that growing our […]
David Projansky: Rep. Lajoie offers ‘a strong voice for Lewiston’
I’m writing to encourage voters to reelect Rep. Mike Lajoie for House District 96. Mike has a long career of public service as Lewiston’s fire chief, as president of the City Council and as our House District 96 representative. Mike has also worked with community organizations, serving as president of the board of directors at […]
Andrea Breau: Vote for Rep. Cloutier, vote to improve Maine health care
As a family member of a 20-year veteran of Maine’s health care workforce, I hope my neighbors join me in voting for Kristen Cloutier for House District 94 in November. Rep. Cloutier has worked tirelessly to expand the health care workforce in Maine. Last year she sponsored a bill that established a commission that will […]
Jeromy Bean-Thurlow: Breaking the silence: A voice from the Deaf and hard of hearing community
Let this month be one we all celebrate. Raise awareness that we are here, our lives hold value, and we deserve to be respected.
Susan Brown: Campbell is ‘the best candidate for all’
Dan Campbell is the candidate I support for House District 90 state representative. I have known Dan for 30 years and have seen him work tirelessly for student athletes, as well as those with substance abuse and other life issues. He has earned all of the accolades and awards he has received. I wasn’t surprised […]
Blair Fenning: Inflation’s toll: A family’s fight for survival and fair wages in the University of Maine System
For the sake of our families and our future, it’s time to take meaningful steps toward supporting the workers who keep our community strong.