Vote Chenette in county commissioner Dem. primary To the editor, Former Senator Justin Chenette is my choice in the June 14th Democratic Primary for County Commissioner.  I’ve seen Justin hustle for eight years in the Legislature, ensuring he was there at just about every community event possible. And not just attending events, but volunteering as […]

Thanks to a generous community To the editor, We are privileged to live in a community of people who are so willing to give of their time, talent and treasure to make this a better place to live. I’m talking about the support that local volunteers and businesses have provided to rejuvenate the West Brook […]

Saco Oath vs U.S. Constitution purpose To the editor, The City of Saco’s oath taken by various individuals – Councilors, Police Officers, School Board members, etc. is below: “I solemnly swear (or affirm) that I will support the Constitution and will obey the laws of the United States and the State of Maine; that I […]

Thanks for interest in 95 King St., Saco To the editor, I would just like to take a moment to thank ALL of the residents from Ward 6 in Saco that showed up to the Planning Board Meeting this past Tuesday, March 15, with regard to 95 King St. Ranging from homeowners and residents on […]

Reader disagrees with Ruralist Lament To the editor, In response to Mr. Rhames’s letter on “The week that was” on page 16, dated Jan. 27, 2022 in the Biddeford-Saco-OOB Courier, I’d like to add a more appropriate finish to that letter; But with all our imperfections and shortcomings we are still the best nation going. […]

No city bailout for Ecology School To the editor, How do Saco residents who are concerned about increased traffic congestion and pressing infrastructure needs feel about using Saco tax money to pay for a private developer’s project? How do property developers in Saco feel about local tax money being given to a private contract zone […]

Keep foreign money out of Maine elections To the editor, Here in Maine, we’re seeing more and more influence by foreign governments over our everyday lives. Versant, a major power utility company based out of Bangor, is owned wholly by a foreign government and recently, Maine endured the most expensive referendum election in Maine history […]