Tim Cowan is an excellent candidate for Auburn’s Ward 2 City Council seat. He is forthright, honest and will be available to listen to Auburn residents. Tim has lived here for 23 years, and he has been a solid contributor to our community as president of Community Little Theatre and as chair of the Healthy […]
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.
Peter van Oosten: Mainers face major question about electricity supply net
In November we are facing a major question about who controls and operates our electricity supply net. The point is raised, among others, by our governor, that the proposed board to oversee the electricity net operators would be another layer of control, a burden on the consumers. This is a short-sighted view. The point of […]
Rep. Rick Mason: Youth hunting days offer ‘a great opportunity’
As the seasons start to change, leaves start to turn, and weather starts getting colder, it is hard for me to not think about deer hunting season. I am an avid deer hunter and the House Republican lead on the Joint Standing Committee on Inland Fisheries and Wildlife. During this legislative session, our committee worked […]
Curtis Jack: Chittim brings integrity, honor as Lewiston council candidate
I am proud to write this letter in support of David Chittim, candidate for Lewiston’s City Council representing Ward 6. I have known David for 40 years, and I have long admired his civic involvement in many capacities and his willingness to give his time and talents to numerous boards, committees and organizations in our […]
Darren Hartley: Beauparlant an honest, committed advocate for Lewiston
I write in support of Paul Beauparlant for the Lewiston School Committee Ward 7 seat. Having known Paul for most of my professional career as a teacher/coach/business owner, I have always been impressed with the way Paul treats people. He is sincere, objective and honest to a fault. His pragmatic approach to problem solving and […]
Froma Harrop: Attacks on democracy hurt national security
Americans, like Israelis until a few days ago, think they are safe, that our enemies are contained. How else explain the ease with which MAGA Republicans tolerate Donald Trump’s ongoing verbal aggression against America’s military and intelligence establishments that are supposed to protect us?
Craig Jipson: Beauparlant brings ‘in-the-trenches experience’ to Lewiston schools
I’m proud to support Paul Beauparlant for the Ward 7 Lewiston School Committee position. Quite simply, Paul is the most qualified candidate for school board in Maine. It can be argued that Paul was the best teacher in the history of Edward Little High School. Paul has taught all types of kids with an unprecedented […]
Patrick Eisenhart: Lewiston’s Ward 6 would benefit from Chittim
Next month’s Lewiston City Council election is too important for people to fail to vote. Four obstructionist city councilors, including Lee Clement representing our Ward 6, have been accused of illegally conducting city business in a bar. We need trust and transparent representatives on the council. Thus, my wife and I will be casting our […]
Jamie Caouette: Parks a strong advocate for Lewiston’s youth
Megan Parks, at-large candidate for the Lewiston School Committee, has advocated on behalf of our youth and helped to significantly change their environment for the better. Our youth are amazing, and it is imperative that we make certain our youth are educated in a school system that values who they are, helps them discover their […]