Former New Jersey Rep. Jeff Van Drew was a Democrat who switched to the Republican Party last year. Why? Because he was told by Democratic leaders he had to vote to impeach the president, or his “no” vote could result in heavy political consequences for him personally. Why don’t more Democrats follow? Coercion is wrong. […]
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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Cancer center’s Turkey Trot 4 Hope event is going virtual
NORWAY — Turkey Trot 4 Hope is back and is going virtual. Organizers encourage all to join during the four days, Thursday to Sunday, Nov. 26 to 29, anytime, anywhere in support of the Cancer Resource Center of Western Maine. This is an event for the family. The route can be a favorite trail, a […]
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Peter Elias: Reelect Sheats to House District 64
As both constituent and medical professional, I strongly support Rep. Bettyann Sheats for House District 64. She richly deserves her reputation as a public health candidate and community advocate. Her approach is well researched and science-based. She championed the Kids Safe Products Act banning BPA from baby bottles. She has worked to get hormone-disrupting PFAs […]
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Diane Jackson: Bennett for state Senate
During these unprecedented times in our state, we need representatives in Augusta who have the experience and understanding to guide us through these uncertain times. I hope voters join me and my family in supporting Rick Bennett for Senate. Rick has that experience and the ability to bring people together for the common good. Having […]
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Kora Temple Octoberfest drive-thru supper reported a success
LEWISTON — “It was another successful fundraising event for Kora Shriners this past weekend. On behalf of the 1,600-plus Kora Nobles that work hard to support our 22 Shriners Hospitals for Children, we are so very appreciative of the public support,” stated Kora’s leader for 2020 Potentate Sonny Jutras of the Octoberfest drive-thru meal. Over […]
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Pam Vaillancourt: ‘Keep America Great’ with Trump
We are voting for candidates who’ll either uphold the founding fathers’ vision of America (Trump) or will turn it into a socialist nation (Biden). We’ve seen in true history (not what is commonly taught in schools, unfortunately) that socialism doesn’t work. Look at China, Russia, and Venezuela. Socialists say things that sound good, but they […]
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Chris L’Hommedieu: Dems should back Barrett for court
I am very liberal, and urge Democrats to vote, unanimously, to confirm Judge Amy Coney Barrett to the Supreme Court. Allow me to explain. Our history has almost universally respected the president’s right to fill vacancies to the court. The process should work to block only the most extreme nominees. On Jan. 20, 1801, after […]
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Yvon Chouinard: Gideon has pro-environmental record
I was born in Lewiston and spent my early days in Lisbon. My company, Patagonia, has had a store in Freeport since 1988, and I care deeply about Maine. Its special character relies on the independent culture of its people and the health of its land and waters. Sen. Collins has demonstrated inconsistent environmental leadership. […]
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Local Foods Local Places Action Plan to launch at celebration
LEWISTON/AUBURN — The public is invited to the Celebration and Public Launch of the Local Foods Local Places (LFLP) Action Plan for Lewiston-Auburn during the lunch hour from noon to 1 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 27, virtually via Zoom. The event was rescheduled from April. Finalized earlier this year, the LFLP Action Plan serves as a […]