After former president Donald Trump last week suggested that the head of our country’s Joint Chiefs of Staff, Gen. Mark Milley, might deserve the death penalty, the general had to expand security measures for his family to 24 hours a day. Backdropping this potential incitement to harm by some deranged individual, he faces a total […]

I am writing in support of Megan Parks, at-large candidate for the Lewiston School Committee. Parks has a long history of supporting and advocating for the families of Lewiston. I had the opportunity to serve on the Lewiston New School re-districting sub-committee with her in 2015 and 2016. I found that she brought fresh ideas […]

I am impressed with Jeff Harmon. Running hard for mayor of Auburn, he absolutely understands the challenges facing the city and its residents. He understands the city manager form of government and how it should work. His many years of working for the State Police and interacting with state government over policies, procedure and budgets […]

I am writing in support of Carl Sheline, who is running for reelection as mayor of Lewiston. As an active LA Metro Chamber Board member and business owner, I know how important a business-friendly environment is. I am impressed by Carl’s constant support of all Lewiston businesses, community events, ribbon cuttings, local artists, and all […]

Every now and then, there have been public-spirited individuals who step up and serve their community at a level far beyond the norm. Ward 5 has had the good fortune of having Councilor Leroy Walker representing the New Auburn neighborhood for more than a decade. There is not much that goes on in Auburn that […]

If Lewiston residents have the opportunity to meet Eryn Leclair while she is out knocking on doors and canvassing to be their Ward 5 City Council representative, they should do so. As our streets have become increasingly dangerous, Eryn would lead the charge for traffic safety for our children, pedestrians and drivers. She would advocate […]

Both political parties are corrupt, antiquated and broken. But let’s be honest, there is simply no way that the Republican Party could sink any lower than it is at this moment. This is not hyperbole. A majority of Republicans polled still think that Donald Trump won one of the most highly-scrutinized and transparent elections in […]

I write this letter with great enthusiasm and conviction to express my wholehearted support for Megan Parks’ at-large reelection to the Lewiston School Committee. Megan’s dedication, commitment, and outstanding contributions to our local education system have been commendable, and I believe she is the best candidate to continue leading us forward. Over the past years, […]

I write in support of David Chittim, candidate for the Ward 6 Lewiston City Council seat. David has a long and varied record of public service and a deep understanding of the challenges facing municipal government. For example, he worked 12 years as the municipal engineer in Lisbon and Rockland. At the local level, he […]

I am writing to express my enthusiastic support for Jeff Harmon’s candidacy for mayor of Auburn. Jeff identifies the important role of openness and transparency in promoting trust in our local government. He values the concerns of all residents of Auburn and supports engagement and collaboration. His calm and unruffled demeanor is an attribute that […]