It seems that in our current political climate, many legislators work solely for their party. They seem to forget that, once elected, they represent the concerns and values of everyone in their district.
October 2012
Posted inLetters to the Editor, Opinion
Grant follows through on every challenge
I have know Gay Grant, Democratic candidate for House District 59, for many years and, were I living in her district, I would not hesitate to vote for her.
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Posted inPolitics
Maine ethics staff against PAC-candidate probe
The recommendation goes to the full commission for a final determination in the case against Nichi Farnham.
Posted inNews
Lack of information delayed consulate attack response
The defense secretary says officials did not want to put troops at risk without an adequate assessment.
Posted inNews
US Senate campaigns wage battle via news outlets’ online comments
The Sept. 18 email from an Angus King campaign staffer to the interns was marked urgent. “Take action!!” was stripped across the top in a bold font.
Posted inNews
Funds for presidential bid to top $2 billion
The flow of cash is likely to make this the costliest election ever.
Posted inSports
COLLEGE FOOTBALL: Safeties carry on legacy at Maine
Jamal Clay and Khari Al-Mateen would like to continue the University of Maine’s reputation as a safety school.
Posted inNews
Skowhegan motorcyclist seriously hurt in Bingham wreck
BINGHAM — A Skowhegan man was injured seriously in a single-vehicle motorcycle accident Wednesday night while traveling north on U.S. Route 201. Police responded to the accident shortly before 10 p.m.
Posted inSports
COLLEGE FOOTBALL NOTEBOOK: Mules ready for CBB
The Colby-Bates-Bowdoin rivalry kicks off this weekend when Colby College plays at Bates. The series ended in a three-way tie last season, the fourth three-way tie since 1979, and the second in three years. With the tie, the trophy remained with Bowdoin, which won the title in 2010.
Posted inNews
Five running for two seats on Oakland Town Council
Two open seats on the Oakland Town Council have drawn five candidates with different takes about how to manage the town’s budget and its future. Voters also will decide a ballot question that would amend the town’s charter to make large expenditures require voters’ approval in November rather than at Town Meeting in May. The […]