Democrat Bill Diamond of Windham has served a combined nine terms in both houses of the legislature, but political newcomer, Republican Karen Lockwood of Raymond, is looking to unseat him in the Senate District 26 race this November.
Election 2020
Posted inThe Forecaster
Letter: Vitelli gets things done in Augusta, earned reelection
We urge our fellow District 23 voters to reelect Sen. Eloise Vitelli. Eloise’s priorities and demonstrated ability to get things done in Augusta have made life better for Mainers, young, old and in-between. Recognizing the burden of student loan debt on individuals and the economy as a whole, she was instrumental in securing the passage […]
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Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Our View: Deaf Americans should not be left out of presidential debate
ASL interpreters, including a woman from Maine, opened last week’s event to more Americans.
Posted inThe Forecaster
Letter: Carney makes the community her priority
Effective leadership requires the ability to guide others, to facilitate solutions and to think about the long-term health of the people. Above all else, community leadership is about those who live with you and near you. Willingness to listen to the community in order to understand its priorities is a treasured attribute that Anne Carney […]
Posted inLakes Region Weekly
Letter: Fay the right choice to represent District 66
I’m writing to say I endorse Jess Fay who is running for reelection to our state Legislature. I have known Jess for a number of years now; she’s my “garden neighbor” at the Raymond Community Garden as we work adjacent plots. She’s funny and caring and intelligent. She’s concerned about local business and the environment […]
Posted inThe Forecaster
Letter: Vote wisely; support Democrats at the polls
I am deeply moved that Joe Biden defended his son Hunter and thus all people struggling to heal from addictions. During the debate, Biden called on us as Americans to unite in compassion with action. By contrast, I was appalled by Trump’s abusive behavior. He tried to bully his opponent, the moderator and the audience. […]
Posted inThe Forecaster
Letter: Bashinsky works for all Topsham residents
These past few months have been hard, as I’m sure it has for most. It has made me think deeply about my values, morals and what holds true in my heart. As a person who has only voted for Democrats in the past, I find myself in unchartered waters by reaching out for help from […]
Posted inNation & World, Politics
Law enforcement prepares for potential election-related unrest
The efforts are broader and more public-facing than in past years as fears grow over the potential for violent clashes in cities across the U.S.
Posted inScarborough Leader, Southern Maine Weeklies
Sara L Rivard, Maine Senate 30
Social media accounts www.sararivard.com www.facebook.com/rivardforsenate Occupation: Chiropractor and small business owner Education: Gray-New Gloucester High School, Gray, Maine, Diploma, 1989 Simmons College, Boston, Mass., B.S. in Biology, 1993 Sherman College of Straight Chiropractic, Spartanburg, S.C., Doctorate in Chiropractic, 2002 Community Organizations: Currently, I’m a member of the Gorham Republicans Club and my business, Back On […]
Posted inScarborough Leader, Southern Maine Weeklies
Stacy Fielding Brenner, Maine Senate 30
Social media accounts https://www.facebook.com/stacyforsenate https://www.instagram.com/stacyforsenate/ Occupation: Farmer and Nurse-Midwife Education: University of Arizona, Bachelor of Science in Agriculture; University of Pennsylvania, Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Master of Science in Nursing, specialty in Nurse-Midwifery Community Organizations: Board Vice President of the Maine Organic Farmers and Gardeners Association Board Member of the Maine Farmland Trust Personal […]
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