John Winslow, running for Falmouth Town Council, was recently called a “council watchdog.” John is a watchdog and will continue to be. Had it not been for John’s insistence, council would have delayed equitable property tax evaluations in Falmouth and town staff might not have controlled tax increases during the pandemic. John cares about the […]
2021 elections
Letter: Yarmouth Democratic Committee announces endorsements
Elect Heather Abbott and David Craig to the Yarmouth Town Council. Local elections matter. Local leaders make crucial decisions that affect you, your family, your friends and your neighbors. The outcome of the Yarmouth town election on June 8 will decide how our community grows and develops. Your vote will make a difference in the […]
Letter: Return Whitney Bruce to the Falmouth School Board
This letter is written in support of Whitney Bruce, who is running for reelection to the Falmouth School Board. I have known Whitney for two years. During that time, she ran for and was elected to the Falmouth School Board. She participated in a superintendent search, as well as working through difficult times caused by […]
New Gloucester Charter Commission race draws 11 candidates
New Gloucester residents will vote for six residents to join the Charter Commission, which holds a term of up to 24 months.
Five run for pair of Cumberland seats on SAD 51 board
Cumberland residents will vote June 8 for two of five candidates for the SAD 51 Board of Directors. Ann Maksymowicz is running for reelection. Hannah Barry, Viji Suresh, Adam Dougherty and Jason Record are hoping to unseat her or fill the seat that will be vacated by Margo Harrington, who is not seeking another term. […]
Longtime Cumberland town councilor faces challenger
George Turner and Mark Segrist are competing for the only contested seat on the council.
New Gloucester voters to elect 3 selectmen from slate of 7
Three candidates run for two, three-year terms and four run to fill the remainder of former Selectman George Colby’s term.
Letter: Cahan deserves reelection to Falmouth council
I am supporting Hope Cahan for reelection to the Falmouth Town Council because of her commitment to civility and transparency in bridging divisions in our community. It is inevitable that residents will disagree on topics they feel passionate about. We have different backgrounds, different priorities and different philosophies about the role of town government. I […]
Letter: Cahan has been a strong voice for Falmouth
During her first term on Falmouth’s Town Council, Hope Cahan brought a fresh perspective and years of expertise to issues facing Falmouth today. She proved that she is committed to balanced growth that preserves the unique character of our town. It’s not easy to find someone who can balance the two, but Hope does it […]
Letter: Cahan strong proponent of low taxes, open talks
Hope Cahan is running for reelection to the Falmouth Town Council to continue working with us to plan Falmouth’s future and to protect our town’s environment, open space and unique character. During her three years on the council she has provided tax relief to seniors and initiated measures to reduce climate change. Hope has been […]