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PublishedDecember 9, 2011
Jobless Mainers should have a voice in solution
I want to thank Rep. Andrew O’Brien, D-Lincolnville, and others who are keeping the face of unemployed Mainers in the forefront of our minds. Employers are looking for workers, and Maine people are looking for work. Easy enough said, so what’s the disconnect? Perhaps people are not prepared for jobs in this economy, perhaps it’s […]
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PublishedDecember 9, 2011
Mary Hoskins’ case tarnished judicial system
Prosecutors have no one to blame but themselves when they asked for and received a prison sentence for a woman with terminal cancer who committed a non-violent crime. People usually commit arson to collect insurance money. Mary Hoskins’ was arrested, and no money was awarded for the loss of her home. Furthermore, no firefighters were […]
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PublishedDecember 8, 2011
Neither major party has ‘best candidate’ any more
The Republicans’ mascot is the elephant, an animal that mainly eats, drinks, swims and rolls in the dust. They are favorites at zoos. The donkey or mule, the mascot of the Democrats, is a stubborn animal but if you get its attention it will do a good day’s work for you. This seems to be […]
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PublishedDecember 8, 2011
Didn’t Benton official swear to uphold Maine laws?
I was shocked at the article concerning the nine people arrested at the Blaine House. A Benton selectwoman says that she knowingly and willfully broke the law and then says that the two other members of Benton’s selectboard are in full support of her willfully breaking the law. Also, one of Benton’s office employees states […]
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PublishedDecember 8, 2011
Oakland officials trying to revive town building plan
Oakland residents recently voted down a proposal to build a new structure for the police station/town office/fire department. Now the town council is having meetings to try and put the project back on by making a few changes in the plans. Why can’t they see we cannot afford it at this time? Doesn’t the voice […]
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PublishedDecember 8, 2011
Lake George park director thanks volunteers, donors
As Lake George Regional Park looks to celebrate our 20th year, we thank the generosity of our volunteers and donors. The park has become a destination of choice for people in the surrounding area, as well as those looking for a tranquil spot on the shores of the lake. We recently held our annual fall […]
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PublishedDecember 8, 2011
Holiday Stroll Parade in Skowhegan wonderful
We wish to thank the organizers of the wonderful Holiday Stroll Parade in downtown Skowhegan. We could feel the energy from the crowd gathered to watch; the welcome feeling of the businesses that opened their doors; and the enthusiasm of the participants. The evening was a success and much appreciated! Dianne Corson and Freda Rowell […]
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PublishedDecember 8, 2011
Human Rights Day observed on Saturday
Saturday is United Nations Human Rights Day. The Universal Declaration of Human Rights was signed in 1948 by its member nations. This document states that “all human beings are born free and equal in dignity and rights” and “each person is entitled to these rights regardless of their race, religion, nationality, social origin, sex, politics, […]
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PublishedDecember 8, 2011
Augusta Occupiers should follow law, get a permit
We have no problem with the Occupy Augusta movement, but the Occupiers need to follow the law and get a permit. We need a permit if we want to exercise our constitutional right to bear arms. Or if we want to build our dream house, we need to get a building permit. Peggy and Michael […]
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PublishedDecember 8, 2011
Senator supports new approach to library work
For more than 100 years, Lithgow Public Library has played an important role in the lives of central Maine residents. The library is a center of learning and a safe harbor for youngsters to gather and a meeting place for the entire community. I host my constituent meetings at Lithgow Library. It is impossible to […]
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