I am responding to the Sun Journal front page story “Safety net for the poor not feeling so safe” (Jan. 22). The story continues on Page 2, reporting people’s worries about money for food and housing because of the government shutdown. Right beside that report of the desperation of so many is a report of […]
Joe Sirois
Posted inLetters
Cal Thomas column about hatred
On Thursday, Nov. 10, the Sun Journal was full of beautiful reminders that this nation is a strong democracy and that after an acrimonious campaign season people can come together as citizens of this great country and that we all wish success for the president-elect. The headline at the top of the front page read, […]
advertisement
Posted inLetters
J. Sirois: Good time to get involved
It seems to me that there has to come a time in this nation when it is guaranteed that all citizens have access to universal and affordable health care. It is well known that most developed nations now provide their citizens with health care whenever they get sick or are injured. Health care is seen […]
Posted inRiver Valley
Hundreds of books sold at Rumford Oktoberfest literacy project
RUMFORD — Hundreds of books were sold for a dime to a quarter each Saturday during the five-hour Oktoberfest literacy project and craft fair at the Rumford Armory. Volunteers with the River Valley Rotary Club and Hope Association hold the annual event to increase adult literacy, Joe Sirois said during a break from selling books. […]
Posted inRiver Valley
Rumford Library hosting free movie screening Oct. 11
RUMFORD — The Rumford Public Library will host a free screening of a movie about health care in Maine at 4 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 9, in the community room, resident Joe Sirois said Wednesday. “The Healthcare Movie focuses on health care systems in the United States and Canada, how they are different from one another, […]
Posted inLetters
J. Sirois: Responsive to his constituents
Sen. John Patrick works tirelessly on behalf of the citizens of his Senate District. Since he has been in office, both as a state representative and a senator, I have contacted him numerous times about issues I cared about. He has always responded quickly and respectfully, even though I am not registered in the same […]
Posted inLetters
J. Sirois: Zakaria provides intelligent alternative
I thank the Sun Journal for the recent addition of Fareed Zakaria to the syndicated columnists that the newspaper regularly prints. It is so refreshing to read thoughtful commentary on current events rather than the predictable and inane rants of Cal Thomas against our increasingly secular society. The divisive writings of the likes of Thomas […]