I’m tired of hearing all the blame on the way our good country, the way it’s going downhill. Gas prices are way up, food is way up, the border is out of hand. Blame President Biden for these things, not former President Trump. With Trump, gas was under $2 a gallon. The border was good. […]
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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Bob Neal: The Countryman: Can we shake it without breaking it?
I’m not arguing against disruption or even against breaking things. And certainly not against moving fast. I’m a basketball fan, after all. But I believe the pace of disruption may have risen up so much that we can’t keep up with it. As our heads spin, we may grab for answers that wouldn’t make a lick of sense if things moved slower. And broke up less.
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Leonard Pitts Jr.: Power unrestrained serves only itself
The police are esteemed — rightly — for being first responders, for running toward danger. But that is not, and cannot be, a get-out-of-accountability-free card. We’d demand answers from the janitor or short-order cook who behaved as if rules were for other people. Why is it so hard to hold to the same standard men and women in whom we vest such sweeping authority?
Posted inLetters, Opinion
Joan Wenzel and Pam Rousseau: Gerry a worthy, dedicated Auburn councilor
We are writing in support of Belinda Gerry for Auburn city councilor at-large. Belinda is always accessible with information regarding city council matters. She is informed, clearly explains the issues at hand, attends all the meetings and is conscientious in relaying council updates. We recommend Belinda, who has proven to be a worthy and dedicated […]
Posted inLetters, Opinion
Nicola Chin: Roebuck committed to making Lewiston stronger
I am writing as an enthusiastic Ward 2 supporter for Caleb Roebuck for Lewiston City Council. I trust candidates who prioritize growth and prosperity in our city, and who are transparent about their beliefs and values. Caleb not only loves this city, he is committed to practical initiatives that will make us stronger. Caleb has stopped by […]
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Fred Stone: Corridor question wording is misleading, confusing
I would like to know who was responsible for the wording on ballot Question 1, concerning the New England Clean Energy Connect project, to be voted on Nov. 2. The wording is so misleading, which is common, to confuse people who do not read or understand what they are actually voting on. This question should […]
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Zoo Cain: Put the brakes on Auburn development
The Auburn mayor is bulldozing the public while we’re going through a pandemic. We have a mayor who is hellbent on getting over the questionable goal line with major rezoning that could change Auburn’s country-scape forever. Mayors should be working for all the people, not be obviously all in for pro-development, while claiming altruism. Land […]
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Jonathan Cohen: Corridor would create ‘genuine reduction in atmospheric carbon’
Yes, Central Maine Power is a poorly-run company, owned by an overseas energy conglomerate. Hopefully we will someday replace it here in Maine with a publicly-owned electric utility. For now, this is what we’ve got, and so the issue with the New England Clean Energy Connect corridor is really about carbon reduction. Yes, some trees […]
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Michel Lajoie: Sheline would move Lewiston in positive direction
I believe Carl Sheline is the best person to represent Lewiston as mayor. In speaking with Carl, I find that he is very motivated to continue to invest in economic development and also attract new business to our community. Other priorities on his list to accomplish are to improve the city’s image by cleaning up […]