As property taxes rise — and they invariably do — many elderly on fixed incomes are unable to keep up with that burden. It’s sad to think that our elders, a vulnerable population, could potentially lose their homes in a tax sale. It was gratifying to receive a mailer from state Rep. Laurel Libby on […]

I first met Rep. Kristen Cloutier when I served alongside her on the Lewiston City Council, and she was unanimously elected council president. I remember how much respect every council member had for her work ethic, leadership, and commitment to serving Lewiston.  Kristen has taken all of those qualities with her to the State House, […]

Gov. Janet Mills increased municipal revenue sharing to 5% from the 2% grudgingly allowed by former Gov. Paul LePage. In addition, Mills has provided for the first time in 17 years the full 55% of education funding that was promised to municipalities (in sharp contrast to the 49.6% high-point reached by her predecessor). Under the […]

Two and a half years ago, after writing many letters to our elected officials, I talked to a Sen. Susan Collins staffer concerning the coming world calamity — a calamity which would be brought about by “corrupt capitalistic regimes.” I cited a litany of reasons and actions by our and other corrupt governments which would […]

I have voted for Greg Foster in the past, as he stands up for the values I care most about: our constitutional freedoms, less government, faith and the traditional family. After personally meeting him recently, and having a lengthy conversation about where we are as a state and nation,  I am even more confident that […]

Rep. Kristen Cloutier is a lifelong resident of Lewiston. She has worn many hats and is committed to serving all Lewiston residents. Kristen is a good listener and is dedicated, and she has a proven track record. Let’s send Kristen Cloutier back to Augusta on Nov. 8. Rita Lajoie, Lewiston

During the Lewiston City Council’s Sept. 20 meeting, Councilor Scott Harriman asked why we needed a buffer zone. The question was swept under the rug, and the motion continued. Despite the fact city councilors disagreed with the buffer zones, they compromised and approved a 250-foot buffer zone between schools, day cares and homeless shelters. The […]

I recently met and spoke with Neil McLean. I believe he’s best qualified to be the next district attorney for Androscoggin, Franklin and Oxford counties. Although this is an elected position, the importance of this job transcends politics. Qualifications matter. McLean is not running to fill a spot for a political party. He has a […]

Rep. Kristen Cloutier’s extensive record of public service in Lewiston demonstrates that she’s committed to learning everything she can about the important issues impacting the lives of Lewiston residents. From economic security to schools, workforce development, and housing, Kristen is working collaboratively to achieve results. Without a doubt, Kristen listens to her constituents, including often […]

According to the Sept. 16 Wall Street Journal, Portland, Maine, is one of four hot real estate markets in the country. Auburn is 36 miles away. Why Mayor Jason Levesque refuses to capitalize on the proximity to Portland rather than dragging Auburn’s image down with labels like “blue collar utopia” defies economic sense. Auburn is […]