I am writing this letter to express my appreciation to the many people in this community and other communities who have reached out to me to express their horror for the action of the Hamas fighters this past week. The unthinkable action of rounding up Israel men, women and children, looking them in the eyes, […]
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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Bates College art museum wins publication award
LEWISTON — The Bates College Museum of Art is one of two Maine museums to win recognition by the New England Museum Association in the 2023 Publication Awards Competition. The competition recognizes excellence in design, production, programming and effective communication in print and digital publishing. The awards celebrate the often unacknowledged outreach and communication work […]
Posted inLetters, Opinion
Ellie Garcia: Council candidate Cowan cares deeply for Auburn community
When I moved to Auburn from North Carolina five years ago, while walking my dog, I met a man working in his front yard. His name was Tim, and we engaged in several conversations. During those conversations I found him to be an open listener who cares deeply about his community, its environment, and its […]
Posted inLetters, Opinion
Marc Lepage: Beauparlant’s experience provides ‘unique perspective’
It is with great pride that I write to support Paul Beauparlant for reelection to the Lewiston School Committee for Ward 7. Paul’s experience as a teacher for more than 40 years gives him a very unique perspective on the current state of education in Lewiston. He has supported all learners — those who may […]
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Abdikadir Negeye: Parks brings ‘many strengths’ to Lewiston school panel
Megan Parks, at-large candidate for the Lewiston School Committee, has long-standing student advocacy and community involvement. Therefore, I fully support her reelection. Megan has been involved in our city for years, engaged the community, and served on several local organizations’ boards. I know her to be an outstanding, intelligent and enthusiastic person dedicated to our […]
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Eileen Fair: Chittim would bring ‘excellent skill sets’ to Lewiston council
As I consider David Chittim as a candidate for the Lewiston City Council for Ward 6, I thought about a recent experience when we volunteered for a local organization whose bylaws needed an update. David’s contributions to the revision were very insightful; he collaborated with other members and was able to participate thoughtfully in the […]
Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
Clarence Page: When Donald Trump’s rhetoric comes straight from Hitler, he’s in trouble — or we are
Trump’s attack invokes a theme from Hitler’s autobiographical manifesto “Mein Kampf,” in which the Nazi Party leader railed about what he called the impurity of immigrants, Jews and interracial couples.
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Jim Lysen: Mayor Sheline has embraced Lewiston, deserves reelection
I hope Lewiston residents join me in voting to reelect Carl Sheline as mayor. Carl has provided leadership on so many issues that are important to the citizens of our great city. And he has worked with a City Council majority that was neither transparent nor working in the best interest of Lewiston. As an […]
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Bob Hayes: Harmon should be Auburn’s next mayor
Jeff Harmon has demonstrated his willingness, enthusiasm and skills to assume Auburn’s mayorship. Mr. Harmon has regularly attended City Council meetings, Planning Board meetings and public gatherings. Jeff has clearly addressed issues before city government and has actively participated with community groups concerned with municipal legislative impacts upon neighborhoods, natural resources and sensible growth. Jeff […]