With dismay, I have read what has been happening in Mechanic Falls. I grew up in that town. Yes, the town council voted to release the town manager from his duties; and it is sad that the differences between the two offices had to come to that. However, when members of the council learned of […]

As part of my recent 45th-year class reunion, members of the class were given two tours of Lewiston High School. Many classmates hadn’t been back in the school since graduation and many hadn’t seen parts of the school even when we were there. There are some incredible offerings at the high school now. Thanks to […]

Leadership comes in many forms and some styles work better than others depending on the situation. For Lewiston, I believe Mark Cayer has the leadership and experience the city needs. He is willing to listen to all sides of an issue; talk through long-term and short-term impacts; and then make informed decisions that benefit all […]

Safiya Khalid’s experience and work ethic make her well-suited to represent Ward 1 on the Lewiston City Council. As a recent college graduate who has worked diligently in her professional life, Khalid will bring the right experience to the city council. I have had the pleasure of seeing Khalid’s work in the Lewiston Democratic Party, […]

Recently, I happened to catch a Fox News commentary that featured most of the top Democratic candidates for president. The eye-catcher was a series of film clips that showed all the top contenders mouthing the “catch phrase” of the day, “Climate change is an existential threat.” One after the other repeated that phrase. Now, as […]

This November it is critical that Lewiston elects a mayor to guide the city toward opportunities. Residents need someone who will work with the city council to get things done to benefit our community. Mark Cayer is that person. As a Lewiston business owner for 42 years, I value his economic development vision plan. It […]

According to a story in the Sun Journal Sept. 4, Karen Wrentzel was killed in late October 2017 while searching for gemstones on her property. She was 34 years old. Robert Trundy was deer hunting on her property without her knowledge. He took a shot from over 200 feet away without being able to identify […]

I am pleased to support Katie Boss in her run for an Auburn City Council-at-large seat. As her next-door neighbor, I have gotten to know Boss and her young family. Her commitment to Auburn is clear.  As a public health professional with experience on a variety of city committees and the planning board, she will […]

The city of Auburn needs a new mayor. Auburn residents need a mayor who abides by the limited authority the Auburn Charter provides the position, rather than one who usurps power from the City Council and staff. Auburn needs a mayor who listens to the voices of residents, rather than one who ignores and demeans […]

I am writing to express my dismay about the mass shootings that are occurring at an alarming rate. Has this world gone mad? Ridiculous ideas are being tossed around, such as bullet-proof backpacks and arming teachers. Who thinks up those crazy ideas? The problem is guns, guns, guns. I have heard ad nauseam that the […]