To the Editor: Lately, it has been said that it is time to turn the page. I say not only that but rather that it is time to start a new chapter. Therefore, I encourage you to vote for Independent Johnny Walker for County Commissioner. He has a strong work ethic and a long-proven community […]

To the Editor: Joan Beal is a long-time advocate for her neighbors in the Oxford Hills. Through her more than 30 years in education and her wide-ranging service on local committees, she understands the strengths and needs of rural communities. Having served on both Norway’s Comprehensive Planning and Budget Committees, she knows the importance of […]

To the Editor: Is the economy your main election focus? If it is, and Trump is the one person you think has it all figured out, you may want to rethink that. Trump has many areas of self-proclaimed expertise, and this is one of his major talking points. He wants people to believe his mastery […]

To the Editor: A public education serves to give all citizens an equitable starting place with open minds and free expression of thought. Support for children with disabilities, and those coming from low-income families have been supported by a robust public education system. Project 2025, the playbook for the next conservative administration, with Donald Trump […]

To the Editor: The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is a foundational component in the U.S.’s approach to climate science, local and worldwide meteorological monitoring and forecasting, and assessing and regulating essential U.S. biological marine resources. Project 2025 proposes dismantling NOAA. Thomas F. Gilman, chief financial officer in the Department of Commerce under the […]

To the Editor: I am supporting Bruce Bryant for State Senate. I have had the opportunity to talk with him and appreciate his commitment to education and the creation of more opportunities for students. The issue of school funding has long been a challenging topic. The State had not met its obligation to fund education […]

To the Editor: I’m writing in favor of Charlotte Nutt being my State Representative. Charlotte is an independent candidate for House District #79, the towns of Paris, Sumner, West Paris, and Woodstock. She chose to be an Independent because she is determined to serve everyone. Beginning in March, she started going door-door to introduce herself. […]

To the Editor: The Age-Friendly Community Initiative (AFCI) will host a booth at Harvest Fest on the Bethel Common, Saturday, September 21`from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. We welcome community members to stop by and learn more about our transportation program. We are hoping to recruit both volunteer drivers and individuals needing rides. The AFCI […]

To the Editor: Today, the world is under conflict. This is a very hard time, but as a human being, I’d like to draw your attention to the risks associated with current wars. It may become uncontrolled. We should be neutral in making a peaceful land for us. Peace is essential for the existence of […]

To the Editor: I have known Bruce Bryant for about 20 years. He formerly served in the Maine House and Senate and has a proven track record of working for the people of Maine. Bruce Bryant will be a great Senator for District 19. (District towns in Oxford County include Albany, Andover, Bethel, Buckfield, Byron, […]