John Balentine’s columns are not worth reading, although I saw a rebuttal to his recent rant praising the inhabitant of the White House. Thanks to Eric Hoffsten for telling the truth about the shameful Trump. I suggest that those of us angered over the evil excesses of the president channel it and do everything we […]

John Balentine’s recent column on RV models amused me greatly. Indeed, I share his interest and wonderment at some of their names.  The ones he mentioned are among those I hold dear.  There are, however, a couple of others worth mentioning. The Hurricane and The Avalanche, for obvious reasons, seem to me to be examples of less-than-brilliant […]

Last week, after slandering Sen. Elizabeth Warren with unfounded accusations, columnist John Balentine said “… it takes charisma and vision to build up. You can’t deny Trump falls into (this) category.” The fact that he could type those words with a straight face strains credulity. We absolutely deny Trump falls into that category. A man […]

Today while running errands in Brunswick, I was heartbroken to see piles of dead trees lining the median strip and sides of the road along Route 1.  Did a tornado hit while we were away?  Is the road being widened?  From Cook’s Corner to New Meadows, about 3 miles, complete and utter devastation. Is there […]

After parking my car recently at Simpson’s Point, a large unleashed dog came up to me. When I politely asked the owner to leash her dog, I was greeted with profanity so obscene that it is unprintable. She continued with even more of this foul language when I pointed out that two signs require that […]

I am very grateful that Dow’s Woods Nature Preserve will protect the habitat for the abundant wildlife contained in this small area in the very center of South Portland. Thank you to everyone for respecting the rules of no pets, no bikes, no motorized vehicles, and only quiet recreation so that even the smallest plant […]

Why do evangelical religions continue to support President Donald Trump when his cruel treatment of human beings is an antithesis to Biblical teachings? These religious groups are Trump’s largest supporters.  Jerry Falwell, head of a mega evangelical Baptist church, said there is nothing Trump could do that would make him withdraw his support.  He said “You don’t […]

How disappointing to learn that a former Yarmouth town councilor is still leveraging against bicycling and other updated activities in Pratts Brook Park. As the former chairman of the Parks & Lands Committee, tasked with visioning and drafting a revised master plan for the park, I can attest that multiple public meetings were held regarding […]

I am a Portland resident, but I frequently visit beautiful Willard Beach in South Portland, where the new parking restrictions on Willard Street are a shame. I have friends who are handicapped and others who are elderly who try to park near the beach. The reduced parking makes it even more difficult for these people. […]