Froma Harrop: Are you ‘looked down upon’? Do you care?

Keep an eye on what matters, not what you imagine others think of you.

Neil Duggan: Grateful for LifeFlight’s essential service

Years ago, I wrote a letter to the editor about LifeFlight helicopters flying over our house at all hours of the day and night (“A life-saving service,” Aug. 1, 2015). We live on the top of Oak Hill in South Monmouth, which is equidistant from the Lewiston Central Maine Medical Center helipad and the highway […]

Leigh Albert: Maine peoples’ voices, needs at heart of Rep. Cloutier’s work

It is with great pleasure and pride that I support Kristen Cloutier for election to the Maine House of Representatives, District 94.    I am privileged to know Kristen as a long-time colleague, dedicated public servant, fellow working mom, and proud Lewiston resident. In all aspects of her life, Kristen leads with authenticity, care, and […]

Editorial cartoon for Saturday, Oct. 1

Judy Head: Rep. Craven provides ‘a forceful voice’ for Lewiston people

I am pleased that Margaret Craven is again willing to represent Lewiston’s District 93 in the Maine State Legislature. Margaret’s tireless energy, broad experience and wholehearted dedication would continue to provide a forceful voice for the people of Lewiston. Margaret’s commitment to service comes from a deep sense of caring. She has sponsored or supported […]

Ann Coltman: Coffin offers ‘extensive experience’ to county commission

I hope people vote for William Coffin for Androscoggin County commissioner, District 3 (Durham, Greene, part of Lewiston). A Lewiston High School and University of Southern Maine graduate (BS, Vocational Technology, Magna Cum Laude), Bill has long been active in local civic organizations. He serves on the Board of Directors of the Pine Tree Council […]

Richard McSherry: House candidate Sipe keeps good company

Some have lived long enough to realize almost everything changes. This is especially true regarding human endeavor. Unlike math or physics, society and institutions evolve. Labels and concepts get redefined. Does anyone agree on what conservative, liberal, libertarian or progressive mean? Textbook communism means collective ownership with shared effort and reward, yet so-called communist regimes […]

Mary Ann Larson: Sheats offers work ethic, ‘can do’ attitude to Senate District 20

We are fortunate in Maine to have someone of Bettyann Sheats’ caliber running to serve in the state Senate. I have known Bettyann for more than a decade, and I admire her work ethic, her “can do” attitude and her optimism. She’s not driven by an “agenda” or a particular ideology, but rather by the […]

Orion Breen: Great education needs parents, teachers working together

Thanks to all the parents, teachers and staff who make our schools centers of learning and love and the true center of our community. Those who cynically sow division will not succeed in their efforts to tear our schools and communities apart with lies and fear. Mainers aren’t going to fall for the misinformation they […]

David Oshansky: Who is responsible for Dempsey Challenge bicycle safety?

As a resident living along Pownal Road in Auburn, I feel compelled to comment regarding the complete lack of bicycle safety, as well as the disregard of course monitoring during Sept. 25’s 100-mile Dempsey Challenge bicycle event.   Pownal Road is not a closed course, but that didn’t stop packs of 25-plus bikers from using […]