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PublishedOctober 27, 2013
Everyone deserves to be safe from toxic chemicals
As a mother of two girls, I am deeply concerned by the lack of safety protections from toxic chemicals that end up in everyday consumer products and our homes. From BPA in sippy cups and baby food, phthalates in personal care products and flame retardants in furniture, unregulated and mostly untested chemicals are everywhere. I […]
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PublishedOctober 26, 2013
Experience gave boy more than free ice cream
My son and I stopped at a local drive-in restaurant a few weeks ago for an ice cream. When we went to the window to order, we were told that a man there was paying for everyone’s ice cream and to order what we wanted. After we ordered and went back to our car, an […]
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PublishedOctober 26, 2013
Congress won’t go for easy fix of ‘entitlements’
The cost of Congress is staggering. Lawmakers’ annual salaries add up to $96 million. Their health, travel and security are $4.66 billion. After serving for five years, they receive full pay and benefits for life.
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PublishedOctober 25, 2013
Federal funds would ensure affordable access to care
Thank you for your article about the policy discussions at Maine Medical Association’s Oct. 5 annual meeting (“Leaders of three associations fault Maine’s failure to expand Medicaid,” Oct. 6). I attended the meeting and was glad to participate in this important conversation. I am a practicing physician, past president of the Maine Medical Association and […]
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PublishedOctober 25, 2013
Bill would extend OUI record back 15 years
Thank you for highlighting the serious problem of repeat drunken driving offenders in your recent editorial. As a retired Maine state trooper, I have seen firsthand the tragedies that happen when people drive drunk. The new law on ignition interlock devices is a step in the right direction. The Legislature’s Criminal Justice and Public Safety […]
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PublishedOctober 25, 2013
Congrats to all who made it through civil emergency
Congratulations to all Mainers who survived Civil Emergency 2013. To those who didn’t make it, my thoughts and prayers are sent to your families. Dennis Manning Hallowell
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PublishedOctober 25, 2013
Website could inform motorists about road work
At this point, this is probably spilled milk but maybe it should be considered for future road projects. Several months ago, the city of Augusta embarked on an ambitious project to install natural gas pipelines throughout the city. It has caused many detours, delays and, in some cases, road closures. I admit this is necessary […]
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PublishedOctober 25, 2013
Winthrop public schools seek best financial practices
Accusations and rumor abound regarding money management by Winthrop public schools. Public schools must, by law, undergo yearly audits. The auditor noted that a number of accounts, not directly associated with the town or school, were using the town of Winthrop’s tax identification number. Money raised by students for Latin Club, Video Production, Football Club, […]
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PublishedOctober 25, 2013
Munson always helping the people of Augusta
My wife Mona and I feel strongly that Cecil Munson should continue to represent us on the Augusta City Council. From the first day that he was elected six years ago, Cecil started helping our family with a very difficult neighborhood problem. It took years of appearing before the Planning Board and the City Council […]
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PublishedOctober 25, 2013
Mayo-Wescott has proven track record, vision, values
Mary Mayo-Wescott has a proven track record with a vision and values that balance the needs of our neighbors against the need for proper growth that will provide much needed jobs and a vigorous economy for our city. I urge others to join me and vote for Mary for the Augusta City Council on Nov. […]
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