The pro-Palestinian protestors have every right to rail against Israel’s actions in Gaza and in the costumes of their choice. But when facing the consequences of breaking campus rules, many plead innocence by virtue of their youth.
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.
Lisbon Credit Union names new president/CEO
LISBON — Sarah Perkins is Lisbon Community Federal Credit Union’s new president/CEO, effective July 1. She will succeed George Roy, who will retire at the end of June. Perkins resides in Gorham and has spent 15 years with Portland-based TruChoice Federal Credit Union, most recently as executive vice president and COO. In her career, she […]
Rep. Margaret Craven: Pride in Lewiston schools
I visited Lewiston High School on May 3 with the rest of the Lewiston legislative delegation. We got permission to visit the school during a school assembly. The reason for our visit was to acknowledge and present legislative sentiments for the outstanding achievements students and teachers accomplished this year. There was boys hockey, which won […]
Rich Lowry: The only problem Joe Biden has is that people think he’s a bad president
It’s not just that Biden’s job approval is low; he’s trailing Donald Trump on the rather crucial metric of who was or is a successful president.
Holly Cooney: Campbell offers strong, committed voice for Auburn, Minot
I have known Dan Campbell for many years, as a teacher and counselor, a coach and a friend. He is one of the most caring and empathetic people I know. But equally important, he is smart, forthright, energetic and highly engaged in our community and its needs. As a legislator, he would work to promote […]
Barbara Arsenault: Teachers, nurses deserve to be celebrated
As we mark both Teachers and Nurses Appreciation weeks, Oxford County Democrats wants to celebrate people in those professions. Educational systems have had challenging times, and the teachers have gone above and beyond. The care, high standards and quality of instruction is what we celebrate and appreciate. We also appreciate their hand-in-hand work with parents […]
Joe Voisine: Can America afford another Biden/Harris term?
Donald Trump’s legal battles before and after his presidency are now in the hands of the judicial system. Lawmakers receiving handouts from billionaires enhancing their portfolios should not be allowed. I am not in favor of either Joe Biden or Trump running for the presidency. In my opinion, Sen. Joe Manchin of West Virginia would […]
John Cleveland: Campbell offers commitment, service to House District 90
I was pleased to see Dan Campbell’s recent announcement that he is a candidate for state representative in House District 90 (part of Auburn and Minot). I have known Coach Campbell for 25 years, ever since he coached both my sons on the track and field teams at Edward Little High School. As a coach […]