To the Editor: First responders are dedicated to the health, well-being, and public safety, the COVID-19 pandemic has created some major challenges. Daily, whether responding to calls or working at local testing sites, we are constantly in danger of exposure, and our families are too. However, we are a critical part of Maine’s, and the […]
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Thanks for successful youth soccer season
To the Editor: The Bethel Recreation Department would like to take a moment to thank all of the volunteers, coaches, players and key individuals who contributed to making this unusual 2020 soccer season so successful! Despite the trying times, we were able to provide soccer instruction to players in three different levels with the assistance […]
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Raising Polio awareness in our community
To the Editor: Our speaker at Bethel Rotary’s Zoom meeting this week was Ann Lee Hussey, a Rotarian and a polio survivor. She was inspiring and reminded us of the history of the fear and uncertainty that prevailed in past epidemics and highlighted the role Rotary’s global polio eradication infrastructure has played in allowing so […]
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Support Scott Cole
To the Editor: I am supporting Scott Cole because he is a knowledgeable public official who will serve the people of Oxford County well. I had the privilege of working with Scott for just under a year in town government. I was always thoroughly impressed with his in-depth knowledge on the issues and his ability […]
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Cole for County Commissioner
To the Editor: This fall I will be voting for Scott Cole for County Commissioner because he gets the job done. Many years ago, Rumford was seriously evaluated for an airport but ruled out due to the proximity of certain mountains. Federal focus then moved to Bethel and I became involved with that town’s effort. […]
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Fran Head for House
To the Editor: I have had the honor of serving with Rep. Fran Head for the past six years and would encourage Bethel area residents to send her back to the State House this fall. Fran cares deeply about older Mainers struggling to stay in their homes, families struggling to make ends meet during the […]
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Cole: Integrity and needed change
To the Editor: I recently saw a Dave Duguay campaign ad and, on his advice, researched political candidates. I learned that Mr. Duguay, if re-elected, will receive lifetime health insurance as a 20-year part-time county politician. Wow! This policy was in place 16 years ago and approved by Commissioners. So, if Dave Duguay is elected […]
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Cole right choice for county
To the Editor: In 2009 I became the town manager in Bethel, following Scott Cole who is now running for Oxford County Commissioner. It was nice to step into an operation that was already running well. In the months and years to follow, I found Scott to be an encouraging professional who was always willing […]
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Cole for County Commissioner
To the Editor: I was glad to see that Scott Cole is running for Oxford County Commissioner. As our Bethel town manager for many years, he was smart, courteous, and responsive. I am definitely voting for him, as I am sure he will do fine as a Commissioner. Years ago, following a town wide property […]
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Savannah Sessions will lead the House forward
To the Editor: I’m pleased to support Savannah for our State House of Representatives. As a teaching colleague, I know her to be an intellectual and professional with an excellent work ethic. She is energized about and dedicated to the betterment of her extended community. She’s compassionate, an attentive listener, and critical thinker. This is a […]