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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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PublishedOctober 24, 2013
Boy has questions about woolly bear caterpillars
I am Danny. I am 9 years old. I really like woolly bear caterpillars because they are soft. There are thousands of them this year. Does anybody know why? Do their stripes really tell us if it’s going to be cold this winter? If anybody answers my questions, I thank you. Danny Taylor, third grade […]
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PublishedOctober 24, 2013
Route 139, Unity-Fairfield can be dangerous highway
When we get into a vehicle and start driving, we know there is always the risk that we might not reach our destination safely. Route 139 from Unity to Fairfield can be a dangerous highway. I have seen people pass on double lines, curves, even hills, and at a higher speed than the posted limit. […]
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