With regard to the story (Sun Journal, Jan. 22), “Sidewalks could be cleared faster with new blower”: Should the Lewiston City Council agree to vote for that new blower attachment for the price tag of $16,000, I am sure they would receive an email from former Mayor Larry Gilbert stating, “That money would be of […]
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Debate or distraction: Macdonald and Gilbert clash
LEWISTON — Mayor Robert Macdonald said the latest email exchange with his opponent in last November’s city election is just a distraction. “We are trying to move things forward in this city, and I don’t have time for Larry Gilbert’s foolishness now,” Macdonald said. In the email sent to Lewiston City Councilors, city staff, the […]
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S. Pelletier: A tireless public servant
I am excited by the prospect of Larry Gilbert being elected Lewiston’s next mayor. A tireless public servant, he offers a positive attitude and a helping hand where it’s needed — neighborhood cleanups, homeless youth projects, advocating for Lewiston in Augusta and Washington, D.C. In contrast, I am dismayed by Mayor Bob Macdonald’s denigrating low-income […]
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P. Nelsen: Supports Section 8 housing
I decided to support Lewiston’s former mayor, Larry Gilbert, for many reasons. The most important reason is his willingness to listen and support Section 8 housing. As a military veteran and resident of Blake Street Towers, I have to wonder where would I be today if people who were in leadership positions had said “no” […]
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J.O’Brien: Puts Lewiston first
I am writing to express my unshakable support for Larry Gilbert for mayor. His commitment to Lewiston is undeniable. He was born in Maine and family circumstances took him to California, where he graduated from high school. When it came time to settle down and raise a family, he and his wife chose Lewiston. He […]
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A. Giberti: Devoted to service to Lewiston
People have heard the the expression,”His record speaks for itself” so many times it has become a cliche; however, in the Lewiston mayoral race, it is true of both candidates. Larry Gilbert Sr. is a man devoted to public service. He has been a man who openly embraces the peoples of all cultures. I have […]
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In rebuttal, N.Morgan: Gilbert wrong about Argo Marketing
I am writing in reference to the article “Challenger calls Lewiston mayor divisive” (Oct. 18) and the comments that were made about Argo Marketing Group by Lewiston mayoral candidate Larry Gilbert. As a resident of Lewiston and an employee of Argo Marketing, I was completely shocked to hear the inaccurate information and Gilbert’s complete lack […]
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Challenger calls Lewiston mayor divisive
LEWISTON — Mayoral candidate Larry Gilbert attacked Mayor Robert Macdonald again and again during a candidate forum Thursday, accusing him of denigrating the city around the state. “The mayor is supposed to be the ambassador of the city,” Gilbert said. “In other words, you speak well of your city. You don’t focus on the blemishes […]
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M. Talarico: Will represent all the people
I support Larry Gilbert as Lewiston’s next mayor. With his positive personality, Gilbert was an exceptional mayor before and has shown he genuinely cares about the community. During his previous tenure, he proved how much he cares about showcasing the city in a positive light. As a senior in high school, I realize how important […]
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Ballot 2013: Larry Gilbert, Lewiston mayor
Read complete coverage of the Lewiston mayoral race. Biographical information Name: Laurent F. Gilbert Sr. Office sought: Lewiston mayor Home street address: 39 Cote St. Campaign phone number: 207 784-1958 Campaign email address: Facebook page: Facebook. com/LarryGilbertMayor Twitter account: @GilbertForMayor Occupation or primary source of income: Retired Education: Bachelor of Science degree in the administration of […]