I hope Oxford County residents will vote for Lisa Keim for Oxford County commissioner in the primary election on June 11. Lisa has successfully performed and completed her duties in the Maine State Senate over the past eight years with outstanding competence, and now asks for voters’ continued support in her campaign to serve as […]
Alex Lear
A Maine native and Colby College graduate, Alex has been covering coastal communities since 2001. He lives in the Portland area with his wife Lauren, 4-year-old daughter Alaina, and 7-year-old bulldog Walter. He has released four CDs of original music and does occasional research work for Marvel Comics' collected editions.
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Froma Harrop: Christian Cooper could charm the birds from the trees
As a leading educator on birds — and humanity as well — Christian Cooper has earned his wings.
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Cal Thomas: A new depth of cynicism
Unfortunately, 2024 politics appears more important than Iran’s almost certain pursuit of a nuclear bomb and the missile capability to deliver it by the world’s top promoter of terrorism.
Posted inBusiness, Noteworthy
Health Affiliates Maine names new billing, support supervisor
AUBURN — Health Affiliates Maine has promoted Roxanne Chabot to billing and support supervisor. She has been with the company since 2012, offering experience in medical records, MaineCare and commercial billing. She previously served as billing supervisor and operations support supervisor. In her new role, she will be responsible for maintaining billing, credentialing,and registration for […]
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Lisbon Credit Union raises $19K for campaign to end hunger
LISBON — Lisbon Credit Union and its members raised more than $19,000 for the Campaign For Ending Hunger in 2023. More than $14,000 recently went to Lisbon Area Christian Outreach of Lisbon Falls, and St. Mary’s Food Pantry of Lewiston received nearly $4,800. Both organizations support the ongoing mission of feeding those facing food insecurity. […]
Posted inLetters, Opinion
Dale Crafts: Soboleski would serve 2nd District with dedication, integrity
When I campaigned throughout Maine, I had the privilege of meeting so many wonderful people. I have stories and memories that I shall never forget. Today, I hope people will take a few seconds to read about my friend, Mike Soboleski, who has earned my endorsement. As someone who’s faced Jared Golden on stage, I […]
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Susan Fesenmaier: U.S. needs love, peace, kindness — not Trump
It’s time to speak up about Donald Trump and how his leadership would probably bring an end to democracy. I try to find something positive about him by checking out his views on abortion, wars in Ukraine and Israel, etc., and all I get is nothing. He changes his mind depending on who knows what. […]
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Peter Geiger: Support consensus builders, not fighters
The vast majority of letters of support for a candidate (any office) indicate that she or he will fight for us. I hope I am not being too sensitive, but given the culture of today, I’d prefer to elect candidates who are willing to find consensus in order to move us forward. “Fight” sounds impressive, […]
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Joe Mailey: Thoughts on Israel’s Gaza fiasco
Collins Dictionary’s definition of anti-Semitic as “hostile to or prejudiced against Jewish people” is being used very loosely lately. Labeling these folks who are saying that some of the Israeli actions in Gaza are unacceptable and should end as being antisemitic is incomprehensible to me. As an American, I see us being American first, and […]