At times the richest man on the planet, Elon Musk certainly has options. He’s already done remarkable things, such as supercharge the age of the electric vehicle and send rockets into space. Yet he chooses to pick public fights that offend his customers, while having negligible effect on public policy.
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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Posted inLetters, Opinion
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 […]
Posted inLetters, Opinion
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 […]
Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
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.
Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
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.
Posted inBusiness, Noteworthy
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 […]
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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 […]