I write in support of Carl Sheline for mayor of Lewiston. At a time of ongoing political polarization that is slowly seeping into local politics, Carl is not interested in public office to engage in political battles. Instead he wants to focus on creating a positive environment and image for the community, while supporting local […]
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.
Keith Morin: Albert ‘a champion for education in Lewiston’
I am writing to endorse Leigh Albert for the Ward 6 Lewiston School Committee seat. Leigh and her family have been our neighbors. Our children attend daycare and elementary school together. I witness Leigh as a caring parent and compassionate community member daily. Through my roles on the board of directors for the Lewiston Education […]
Patricia Bernard: Power substation revenue can offset Lewiston taxes
I’ve been going back and forth about Question 1. I decided to vote no. I wish Gov. Janet Mills negotiated us a better deal, but the power corridor doesn’t look much different than the one that’s been going up to Rumford for decades or ski areas or clear-cutting sites from the forest industries. I talked […]
Stephen Morgan: Lewiston would move in positive direction with Sheline
Carl Sheline will have my vote for Lewiston mayor on Nov. 2, and here’s why. I got to know Carl a few years back when I leased some space from him. His focus is on business development and the city image. Those two items will lead Lewiston in the right direction. I urge voters to […]
Edward Barrett: Sheline would ‘move Lewiston forward’ as mayor
When Mark Cayer announced he was not seeking reelection as Lewiston’s mayor, I was disappointed. I knew Mark’s solid common sense, good judgment, and commitment to the community could guide Lewiston through these difficult times. When Carl Sheline announced he was running for mayor, my disappointment and concerns were allayed. Carl has the essential qualities […]
Paul Baribault: Say no to Question 1, fossil fuel interests
One of the elements being used in advertisements opposing the New England Clean Energy Connect corridor I find troubling is the objection that the recipient of this cleaner energy will be Massachusetts — the implication being that they are an oppositional state — a neighbor to be hindered somehow, and a lesser part of our […]
In rebuttal: Dawn King: Vote yes on Question 1, protect Maine’s public lands
I write in response to the letter by Serge Abergel, Hydro-Québec’s director of communications, published Oct. 20. Let’s take a moment and keep this simple. It amazes me every time I see either a TV ad or a letter to the editor regarding out-of-state companies funding the “Yes on Question 1” campaign. Do people notice […]
Cal Thomas: Harris and the Hatch Act
Did Vice President Kamala Harris just violate the Hatch Act? The Hatch Act says of employees of the federal government: “an employee may not use his official authority or influence for the purpose of interfering with or affecting the result of an election.” I’m sure “getting out the vote” for Democratic candidate for Virginia governor Terry McAuliffe qualifies.