The end of the school year is fast approaching and people’s schedules are hectic to say the least. The RSU 5 Working Group understands that not everyone that would like more information on this withdrawal process can make it to yet another meeting, so we hoped to provide an update on the process and where […]
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GUEST COLUMN: Three towns, but one community
I’ve lived in Freeport for more than 40 years. I wasn’t born here so I can’t claim to be a native but I think my longevity here gives me some standing as a citizen and, more important, as a member of the community. It’s the community that I want to talk about. I’ve lived practically […]
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GUEST COLUMN: Three towns, but one community
I’ve lived in Freeport for more than 40 years. I wasn’t born here so I can’t claim to be a native but I think my longevity here gives me some standing as a citizen and, more important, as a member of the community. It’s the community that I want to talk about. I’ve lived practically […]
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POLITICS & OTHER MISTAKES: Actions speak louder than words
Like me, Republican Gov. Paul LePage wants to be judged by what he did, not what he said. Or as an actual bumpersticker his re-election campaign put out reads, “Better LePage with his foot in his mouth, than a slick politician with his hands in my pocket.” Also like me, LePage would prefer you withhold […]
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DOWN THE ROAD A PIECE: Time to rev up YSI, ASAP
Now that black flies have come alive around here, Maine’s largest industry is also showing signs of life. I’m referring, of course, not to BIW, but to the YSI – the Yard Sale Industry. It’s as important to Maine’s socio-economic life as BIW, tourism and potatoes combined and is overseen by the little-known but very […]
Posted inAmerican Journal, Current, Lakes Region Weekly
DOWN THE ROAD A PIECE: Time to rev up YSI, ASAP
Now that black flies have come alive around here, Maine’s largest industry is also showing signs of life. I’m referring, of course, not to BIW, but to the YSI – the Yard Sale Industry. It’s as important to Maine’s socio-economic life as BIW, tourism and potatoes combined and is overseen by the little-known but very […]
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ON THE RIGHT LANE: VA needs a medic
“We have a VA hospital back home in St. Louis. Like many of our colleagues, we hear continued concerns about the access and the service. I have seen a statistic that more than 60,000 veterans today are waiting more than six months for an appointment at a VA hospital.” Russ Carnahan, former member of Congress […]
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ESPECIALLY FOR SENIORS: Farm-fresh for less
Participants in the Senior FarmShare Program are entitled to receive a FarmShare ($50 worth) of first-quality, fresh, local produce from a Maine farm for a core eight-week period during the growing season. The variety of produce and supply method will vary depending on the farm you choose. To participate in the Maine Senior FarmShare Program […]
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LETTERS: Supporting Salisbury
I am writing to let you know about Sue Salisbury’s leadership experience and long-term commitment to Westbrook. Sue has lived in Westbrook for over 20 years and has been actively involved in the community. She is a former member of Westbrook Rescue and has been actively involved in Maine Special Olympics, including leadership roles in […]
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LETTERS: Yes on Stroudwater supports city’s best interests
We have an important decision to make at the polls on June 10. By virtue of a citizens’ referendum, which collected more than 1,200 signatures, we, the voters, will determine which zoning is in the best interests of our community. The choice is whether to reinstate the prior zoning, known as Stroudwater Contract Zone, which […]