Johnette Lundy: Blind lead the blind in Maine

The headline in the Sun Journal last Sunday, July 9, stated that “Maine leans to the left as nation lurches right,” in reference to our state motto “Dirigo” (I lead). The article was about the Legislature passing bills that expand abortion and protect gender-affirming care in our state. “I lead” is still the appropriate motto […]

Phyllis Deringis: Lives depend on Auburn road’s reconstruction

My neighbor Roland Bergeron brought attention to longstanding unsafe conditions on Merrow Road (“Auburn road is dangerous, needs reconstruction,” June 23) and called for action by city employees and leaders. Merrow Road consists of two distinct sections, the industrial park and our residential neighborhood. While the road in the industrial park is sub par, the […]

Editorial cartoon for Friday, July 14

Rich Lowry: The joy of minor league baseball

In Portland, the ballpark staff is so cheerful and solicitous you almost wouldn’t be surprised if they invited you to come by their place for a clambake after the game.

Froma Harrop: Our cities need conservative liberals

They are really moderates. The cities need their pragmatism to keep the gears turning. Actually, the country does as well.

Editorial cartoon for Thursday, July 13

Franklin Savings Bank names new Skowhegan branch manager

SKOWHEGAN — Franklin Savings Bank has promoted Sherri Lewis to branch manager of its Skowhegan location. The Norridgewock resident has been an integral part of the team for nearly 20 years and has consistently demonstrated her dedication to her work and the community she serves, according to a news release from the bank. “Sherri is […]

LifeFlight of Maine names new CEO

AUGUSTA — LifeFlight of Maine has named Joe Kellner as chief executive officer. He will begin his new role Oct. 1. Kellner is chief financial officer of LifeFlight. He serves as vice president of finance, operations and strategy for Northern Light Home Care and Hospice and Northern Light Medical Transport. He also serves as chief operating […]

Denise Hurilla: Senator should back ban on menthol cigarettes, flavored cigars

As a mother and grandmother, I want to express my appreciation for Sen. Susan Collins’ tireless efforts in advocating for the health and well-being of Maine kids. As a trusted leader in Washington, I urge her to support the Food and Drug Administration’s proposed regulations to ban menthol cigarettes and flavored cigars. The use of […]

Bernice Fraser: Governor changed her tune on abortion laws

Welcome to Maine, a state where we kill babies, allow teens to choose their gender, and take away parents’ rights. On May 1, over 1,000 pro-choice and pro-life people went to Augusta to give testimony against bill L.D. 1619. While campaigning, Gov. Janet Mills said she would not change the existing abortion laws. Within a […]