As a medical colleague of Dr. Ned Claxton for over 30 years, I’ve come to know him quite well. His background is invaluable to any health care-related legislation. Additionally, Ned will always place “people over party.” Perhaps most important, Ned is simply a kind, sensible, compassionate person – something which, sadly, is lacking in today’s […]
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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Rich Lowry: No, the Democrats won’t pack the Court
For many progressive opinion-makers, the only way to save the Supreme Court is to destroy it. They believe the best response to the Republican-held Senate confirming a Trump nominee to fill Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg’s seat on the Supreme Court is to pack the Court if Democrats win in November. Holding out the court-packing threat, […]
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St. Rose of Lima ministry to open thrift store Oct. 3
JAY — The parish social ministry program at St. Rose of Lima Parish in Jay and St. Joseph Parish in Farmington has received praise for bettering the lives of area residents. On Saturday, Oct. 3, a new chapter will begin when the St. Rose Thrift Store opens its doors from 8 a.m. to noon. The […]
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Community briefs Sept. 29
Paris Public Library used book sale being extended PARIS — The Paris Public Library is extending its used book sale by one week, to Saturday, Oct. 3, weather permitting. The sale will run from 9 a.m. to noon in the cordoned-off driveway between the library and the Paris Town Office. The sale will again feature […]
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‘Fall Into Books!’ challenge continues at Treat Memorial Library
LIVERMORE FALLS — Treat Memorial Library is hosting an all-ages book challenge, “Fall Into Books!,” until Dec. 1. Every book read enters readers in a drawing for a book prize. Track reading online at treat.beanstack.org or call the library to record an entry. The Armchair Traveler Game is on Facebook at 1 p.m. Tuesdays. The […]
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SeniorsPlus announces classes scheduled for October
LEWISTON — SeniorsPlus has announced its online education center classes for October. All classes are held virtually or telephonically at this time and are free unless noted. Register by mailing [email protected] or calling 207-795-4010. For more information, visit seniorsplus.org/education-center or the Facebook page. Classes Zoom 101: Using Video Technology to Stay Connected: From 10 to […]
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Franklin Community Health Network offering flu clinics
FARMINGTON — Franklin Community Health Network is offering drive-up flu clinics in October for community members age 18 and older on the Franklin Memorial Hospital (FMH) campus, as well as via mobile outreach by the Healthy Community Coalition of Greater Franklin County (HCC). No appointment is required. Staff will meet with individuals outside under a […]
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Send someone to jail to raise funds for United Way of Tri-Valley Area
FARMINGTON — United Way’s “No Bail … Go Directly to Jail!” Fundraiser has started. Here’s a chance to put a high profile “perp” behind bars for an hour. Community members have agreed to help United Way raise money by being in the “line-up.” Visit www.uwtva.org and look through the photo array. Click the link and […]
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Richard Grandmaison: Trump disrespectful of veterans
I am a Vietnam veteran. I was married when I received my draft notice on my 23rd birthday. President Trump makes disparaging remarks about people who disagree with him. He has made many insulting remarks about Sen. John McCain because he was a prisoner of war. Trump said McCain was not a hero. Trump also […]