As a Cumberland resident and parent of fifth and eighth graders, I offer my full personal endorsement of Megan Lichter as an important voice and ear to be included on the SAD 51 School Board. She is committed to progress while safeguarding that which we value in our schools presently. These include quality education, safety, […]
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Letter: Falmouth School Board disrespectful, arrogant
I attended the Falmouth School Board meeting on May 15 and witnessed a display of elitism which I have not ever before seen from the board. I stood in line to present my comments in support of the professional educators represented by the Falmouth Education Association. As I waited to speak, I was shocked by […]
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Letter: Recovery coach’s success is the good news we need
My compliments to reporter Sydney Richelieu and the Northern Forecaster for the May 18 story about the Falmouth Police Department’s recovery coach Kathleen Oelschlegel and her work helping 140 people recover from addiction (“Falmouth Police recovery coach program assists 140 people so far“). First, it’s nice to see we’re investing in helping victims of addiction, and […]
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Letter: Whitmarsh the independent voice for North Yarmouth
I am writing to express support for Paul Whitmarsh running for the North Yarmouth Select Board. He is an accomplished individual having served in the Navy Reserve as a commander. He has the discipline, intelligence and work ethic that can have a positive impact. He talks specifics when it comes to town issues. His views […]
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Letter: Political independents also can partake of ‘Kool-Aid’
In a May 1 forum, “Patriotism not limited to one party, so stop throwing stones,” John Facella accuses Susan Chichetto, (April 24 forum, “Patriotism is not loyalty to one person“) of projection: accusing others of one’s own flaws. But while saying “stop throwing stones,” Facella does precisely that – projects with carefully-edited “movement conservative” sound […]
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Letter: Maloney, Cyr deserve vote in North Yarmouth
I am writing to express my enthusiastic support for Kit Maloney’s candidacy for the North Yarmouth Select Board. I’ve had the pleasure of working alongside Maloney during my years of public service. Her experience in various leadership roles, coupled with her thoughtful and future-focused approach, make her an outstanding candidate. She has demonstrated a deep […]
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Letter: Vote Hohl and Lichter for SAD 51 board
I’ll be voting for Anneke Hohl and Megan Lichter for the SAD 51 School Board on June 13. From the moment I met Hohl, it was clear she has the talent and commitment to invest in our community. She’s an engaged community member, having spent time serving on the PTO, including as chairperson, and volunteering […]
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Letter: Patrick would bring unique skills to Yarmouth School Committee
Yarmouth voters should consider Christina Patrick for school committee. As an education policy expert, she’s helped school districts across the country recruit and train teachers. Patrick would be in a unique position to ensure talented educators thrive in Yarmouth. When things go wrong in the school district, the public rarely has the full picture, often […]
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Letter: Pay Falmouth teachers fair wages for their work
I am writing a letter of support for the Falmouth teachers and educators, who are mediating a contract with the Falmouth School Board. First, I value the school board’s time and work for our town and am grateful for their service. While I appreciate the school board’s efforts to pass a fiscally responsible budget, I […]
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Letter: SAD 51 candidate Hohl seeks out facts, perspectives
I am writing to share why I will be voting for Anneke Hohl for the Cumberland seat on the SAD 51 School Board. I have known her for six years in several different capacities, including volunteer work, athletic pursuits and friendship. Hohl’s qualifications can be found online, so I want to highlight some personal reasons […]