As the Senate chair of the Health Coverage, Insurance, and Financial Services Committee, I work to make health insurance accessible and affordable. During my time, I learned that first responders, including firefighters and police officers, experience chronic stress while responding to crises and emergencies. Moreover, these brave individuals face not only physical challenges but also […]
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From Augusta – Stopping PFAS from hurting Maine further
Since the discovery of the first PFAS-contaminated farm — Stoneridge Farm in Arundel in 2017 — Maine has been leading the way when it comes to dealing with the issue of PFAS contamination. We have passed several bills to require testing, set standards in our drinking water, and provide resources to our hard-hit farming community. […]
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From Augusta: Storm recovery resources and support
Like so many towns up and down the coast of Maine, our lovely seaside community sustained devastating damage during the storms we experienced this month. Property owners, working waterfronts and businesses alike are now trying to pick up the pieces and deal with the adverse economic consequences. Old Orchard Beach was hit particularly hard. The […]
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From Augusta: We must improve our state’s climate resilience
The weather this month has been the strangest that I can remember. We have dealt with traditional winter snowstorms and two massive rain and wind events that have led to flooding and significant damage across the state. The flooding, power outages, hazardous materials spills, structural damage and loss of natural protective barriers have taken a […]
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Mayor’s Minute: Volunteers needed for Saco boards and commissions
Residents of Saco, first let me start by thanking you for allowing me to represent you as mayor. It’s an honor to work with everyone to help lead our great city. It is something we can and will do together. It will take a team effort and we want to make sure everyone is represented. […]
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From Augusta: Back to session
On Jan. 3, the 131st Maine State Legislature returned to the State House to begin the Second Regular Session. During this session, my colleagues and I will work on hundreds of bills carried over from last year, including my bill LD 444, “An Act to Designate First Responders and Other Public Safety Professionals as a […]
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From Augusta: Leading with compassion in our community
I am writing this column the week before Christmas, knowing that it will be published in shortly after New Year’s Day. While this is certainly a joyous season for many, I want to acknowledge that it can also be a difficult time of year for many of our neighbors. I am thinking of these folks […]
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Letter to the Editor, Jan. 4
Lincoln Village and affordable housing To the editor, The need for affordable housing has never been greater yet it seems that many proposals face community-imposed hurdles. We need to stop saying no to solutions that offer answers to this problem. As the former director of the Biddeford+Saco Chamber of Commerce+Industry, I have witnessed repeatedly decent […]
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From Augusta – A New Year’s wish: Stay warm this winter
Happy New Year! It’s officially 2024. While it’s a time of fresh starts and new beginnings, as Mainers, we are still facing another few months of frigid temperatures and winter storms. My family and I are still preparing for the weeks ahead, and I’m sure you and your family are, too. That’s why I would […]
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Beyond the Headlines: Nonprofits make a real impact
During the holiday season, it’s a natural time to reflect on how individuals and groups around you have impacted your life. The true spirit of the holidays is how much you give and give back, not how much you receive. That is true for family, but also nonprofit organizations making a difference directly or indirectly […]
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