These days there’s so much hate and damage to people and our environment caused by our politicians and other people that simply don’t care. They are only interested in money and power. I believe that this November we need to encourage each other to vote. It’s very important to let our representatives know how we feel. The […]
Judith Meyer
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.
Posted inLetters, Opinion
Eileen Broderick: Bryant will be a strong voice for our rural schools
I am writing in support of Bruce Bryant. He is running for State Senator for District 19. As a retired educator, I know he will be a strong voice for our rural schools. He has a proven track record supporting our schools. He visited my school to read to our students. It is especially important […]
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Posted inNews
Mother, two young daughters found dead at Mechanic Falls apartment
Mechanic Falls police discovered the three bodies Saturday afternoon at 5 Highland Ave., according to officials.
Posted inNews, Schools & Education
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.
Posted inFranklin, News
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.
Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
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
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, News
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.
Posted inLetters, Opinion
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 […]
Posted inLetters, Opinion
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 […]