I appreciated a Sept. 19 guest column by University of Southern Maine President Glenn Cummings about an effort USM is launching at its Lewiston-Auburn campus. I believe the “LA to BA” initiative holds great promise for LA region’s economy, people, and employers, as well as Maine’s statewide economic potential. The focus areas and plans for […]

This letter is to express my gratitude and appreciation to the Lewiston city workers who keep the city looking beautiful. The flowers and grass around the Riverwalk are meticulously kept, and walking down Lisbon Street has been a real treat, seeing planters full of gorgeous flowers. Job well done. Marilyn Stevens, Lewiston

In a Sept. 28 letter, Clem Bechard attacks those “tearing down our history, making our founding fathers look like racists.” Amazing. How else would one describe anyone who holds another race in bondage? This is where Fox and far right-wing social media blather have gotten us. He also claims that students are being taught that […]

I write in support of Carl Sheline for mayor. I have served on the L-A Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce board with Carl and have seen him move change forward. He is effective at collaboration and pulling people together to work for change. Carl’s positive outlook would be good for the city as he leads it […]

Just about every media news outlet continues to lament the large numbers of Americans that still refuse to take the COVID vaccine. Why? I have a clue. Many of us hate needles poking into our arms anyway, and look away during that moment of insertion. But every channel broadcasting news on vaccinations repeatedly shows multiple […]

Lewiston needs to fight for the rights of its Indigenous neighbors. Since the 1980 Maine Indian Claims Settlement Act, the tribes in Maine have been robbed from the benefits of over 150 bills passed by the U.S Congress. Now the tribes are fighting for justice and equal rights through LD 1626, and we need to […]

I am pleased to add my name to the long list of supporters of Carl Sheline as our next mayor of Lewiston. I have had the pleasure of working with Carl on numerous committees and events over the years. Carl has tirelessly promoted Lewiston as a place of opportunity, with great economic and educational potential. […]

Sens. Joe Manchin and Kyrsten Sinema are the only Senate Democrats not supporting Biden’s 10-year, $3.5 trillion government overhaul. In a Sept. 2 Wall Street Journal opinion piece, Sen. Manchin wrote, “What should we fund and what can we simply not afford?” We must keep in mind that the $3.5 trillion proposed is to be […]

As a member of the Lewiston Finance Committee and former Lewiston city councilor, I know that effective municipal governing is about bringing people together to tackle the many challenges a city faces. That is why I am supporting Carl Sheline for mayor. A committed, enthusiastic, and forward-thinking advocate of this city, Carl understands the importance […]

When I heard that Carl Sheline had decided to run for mayor of Lewiston, I thought, “Of course! He’s perfect for the position.” Carl is an energetic, resourceful man who cares deeply about his community. Over the past decade, he has been on numerous committees promoting the Lewiston/Auburn area. He doesn’t just “sit” on a […]