Making a move at any stage of life can be daunting, but doing so during the retirement years can be a particularly intimidating transition. Change, at any age, is not an easy process. Last year, after losing my husband, I decided to leave Cape Cod and moved to Maine into a new community called Cumberland […]
American Journal Opinion
Letter: Tim Nangle protects Maine’s shorelands, water quality
Water is one of the most important resources for our health and well-being. Sen. Tim Nangle understands this and has taken a step few others have. In his sponsoring of L.D. 2101, “An Act to Strengthen Shoreland Zoning Enforcement,” he took a significant step to protect our water resources. Shoreland zoning protects the beauty, health […]
Letter: Tim Nangle is an ally to seniors and students
I want to express my strong support for the reelection of Tim Nangle to the Maine state Senate. His leadership has been vital for both seniors, like myself, and younger residents. Sen. Nangle has supported important legislation that helps seniors stay in their homes by voting to expand the Property Tax Deferral Program. This program […]
Letter: Excited to vote for Westbrook Democrats
This November, I am excited to vote for these Westbrook Democrats. David Morse has stepped up this year as acting mayor and proved that he is ready to take on the job of leading Westbrook into the future. Councilor Anna Turcotte’s (Ward 3) ethics and advocacy for our youth and business community is a great […]
Letter: Elect David Morse for a leader with grace and dedication
As a longtime resident of Westbrook, I am proud to support David Morse for mayor. When Morse stepped in as acting mayor, he faced the unique challenge of inheriting someone else’s agenda. Rather than follow along, he saw this as an opportunity to listen to the voices of our community. Through thoughtful engagement, he has […]
Letter: David Morse leads with steady and thoughtful respect
I urge Westbrook citizens to vote for David Morse for mayor. Less than a year ago Morse found himself as acting mayor of Westbrook. It was a role he did not anticipate, but took on with a steady, thoughtful leadership. Morse is very accessible, and always open to new perspectives and public input. He is […]
Letter: David Morse has experience Westbrook needs for mayor
Adams and McWilliams have questionable experience. Lynda Adams was elected to City Council but quit her commitment to Ward 5 early to go work for Rock Row. Lawrence McWilliams was appointed to finish Adams’ term and ran for its election, but Ward 5 chose not to elect him. The only candidate who has municipal leadership […]
Letter: Anna Turcotte is a dedicated servant of Westbrook
I am honored to support Anna Turcotte for reelection to the Westbrook City Council, representing Ward 3. I have known Turcotte and her family for 16 years, and know her to be honest, hardworking and committed in her service to the citizens of Westbrook. Turcotte is uniquely qualified, having served three terms on the council, […]
Letter: Amy Faulkingham will get solutions done for Ward 4
I am a Ward 4 resident writing to support my neighbor, Amy Faulkingham, for Westbrook City Council. As a member of the ward for over eight years, I am supporting Faulkingham’s run for City Council because I have witnessed her skill for relationship building, finding common ground with divisive issues, and compassion during difficult times. […]
Letter: Eric Thistle and Nicole Yeo-Fisher good for Gorham schools
After watching the video of the Meet the Candidates event at Baxter Library, I urge Gorham residents to vote Eric Thistle and Nicole Yeo-Fisher for School Committee. Yeo-Fisher has demonstrated her dedication to the youth of Gorham as a School Committee member, volunteer, and as a mom of two, she can frequently be found coaching […]