Judith Meyer is executive editor of the Sun Journal, Kennebec Journal, the Morning Sentinel and the Western Maine weekly newspapers of the Sun Media Group. She serves as vice president of the Maine Freedom of Information Coalition and is a member of the Right to Know Advisory Committee to the Legislature. A journalist since 1990 and former editorial page editor for the Sun Journal, she was named Maine’s Journalist of the Year in 2003. She serves on the New England Newspaper & Press Association Board of Directors and was the 2018 recipient of the Judith Vance Weld Brown Spirit of Journalism Award by the New England Society of Newspaper Editors. A fellow of the National Press Foundation and the Knight Center for Specialized Journalism, she attended George Washington University, lives in Auburn with her husband, Phil, and is an active member of the Bicycle Coalition of Maine.
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PublishedJuly 25, 2024
Second Poland-based school budget vote will be held Tuesday
According to RSU 16 administrators, the estimated tax increase on a $100,000 property evaluation in Mechanic Falls will be $156, in Minot it will be $128, and $197 in Poland.
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PublishedJuly 23, 2024
Soboleski announces bid for House District 73 seat
Mike Soboleski had thrown his hat in the 2nd Congressional District race, but lost to Rep. Austin Theriault in the Republican primary held in June.
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PublishedJuly 22, 2024
In sports, as in politics, stepping away can be a monumental task
President Joe Biden isn’t the first elected official who appears to have stayed for one term or campaign too many
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PublishedJuly 19, 2024
Auburn’s Lake Grove Park to be closed for two days next week for improvements
Public Works will install new benches, charcoal grills, a new dock, and will set up permanent concrete games, including cornhole.
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PublishedJuly 10, 2024
Matt Leonard: A voice of reason among the cacophony of partisanship
Today, in an era of increased partisanship and political division, Congressman Jared Golden exemplifies a consistent spirit of reason and pragmatism. Regardless of whether I agree or disagree with him on specific issues, Jared has consistently shown his unwavering commitment to representing the best interests of Maine. His dedication to being a voice of reason […]
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PublishedJuly 10, 2024
Carole Richards: What are we willing to do to or sacrifice for our country?
I know we are in a bit of a mess in this country, but are you part of the noise asking: Why don’t they do something? Why doesn’t someone do something? Are we willing to take action and put down the bullhorn? We are all in this together. We are the American people. We must […]
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PublishedJuly 10, 2024
Monique Roy: Cloutier has proven her commitment to public service
I strongly support Rep. Kristen Cloutier for reelection to the Maine House of Representatives. As Assistant House Majority Leader, she has been pivotal in leading and advocating for her constituents in House District 94. Her service on the Taxation Committee and the Committee on Appropriations and Financial Affairs showcases her dedication to fiscal responsibility. Rep. […]
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PublishedJuly 10, 2024
Valerie Abruzzese: Glad to hear Golden say he was OK if Trump wins
I was pleasantly surprised to see Jared Golden had said that Trump was going to win, and that he was OK with it. I don’t expect anyone to agree with any politician on every single issue, but it was refreshing to see a Democrat acknowledge that Trump winning isn’t the end of the world. Unlike […]
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PublishedJuly 9, 2024
Bob Mennealy: Democrats work hard. Vote blue.
In the summer of 1969, I begged Lewiston Public Works Director Roger Pruneau for a job. He said the only job they had open was on a trash truck, and college kids had never done well on a trash truck. But, my begging convinced him and I was hired. That summer I also worked nights […]
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PublishedJuly 9, 2024
Stan Tetenman: Sheats is the right person to represent Senate District 20
I am supporting Bettyann Sheats for the Maine Senate in District 20, which is Auburn, Poland, Durham and New Gloucester. Bettyann is a graduate of West Point and served in the Army as a helicopter pilot. She has legislative experience as a former state representative. In the Legislature Bettyann worked to strengthen support systems for […]
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