Steve Moriarty has led a life of service to his community and country. A veteran, he has served over 20 years on the Cumberland Town Council. Other town committees include the Planning Board and library board and currently, he is chairman of the Historical Society. As a successful lawyer, Steve has brought to bear his […]
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Letter: Falmouth project too big for 4½-acre parcel
In the face of Falmouth’s housing shortage, development at 271 U.S. Route 1, with 46 apartments, is promising. The 40,000 square feet of stores and office space may also enhance the “Village Center.” However, it’s not sustainable to build all of this on a 4½-acre lot, almost an acre of which is designated wetlands. The […]
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Letter: Moriarty supports reproductive rights
I am writing in support of Steve Moriarty’s bid for reelection to the Maine House of Representatives. Over the years, I have met or written to Steve to discuss pending legislation of interest to me. I have found him to be an informed, patient listener, one who is open to consider many points of view […]
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Letter: Pierce demonstrates strong leadership for Senate
I now live in a different Maine Senate district that includes Falmouth, Gray, Long Island, the majority of Yarmouth, and all of my hometown of North Yarmouth. I am thrilled that we have a candidate – Teresa Pierce – for the Senate who has demonstrated strong leadership as the House chair of the very important […]
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Letter: Kuhn always shows up for Falmouth
In September, when the Falmouth Land Trust held a fundraiser at the Hurricane Valley Farm to renovate the barn, Amy Kuhn showed up to support it. In October 2021, when the Falmouth Food Pantry had to cancel its annual community dinner and fundraiser, Amy Kuhn went on her Facebook page to ask for donations. From […]
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Letter: Lewis will bring fresh ideas to Maine Senate
I am writing in support of electing John Lewis to the Maine Senate. I believe John, with his diverse background and experience in workforce development, will bring fresh ideas to the forefront. In education, John’s focus is on increased technical/vocational opportunities. Giving parents like John and his wife more input and transparency in their children’s […]
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Letter: Scarborough deserves a bigger, better library
Active planning for the expansion of the Scarborough Public Library has been ongoing for five years. The present library is more than 30 years old and the population in Scarborough has doubled in that time. In 2018, the library trustees hired a library consultant to plan a library for the future. Using his data and […]
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Letter: Beware of repeating the past in the future
Isn’t it spooky when something reminds you of something from the past, only it is that thing, and it’s now? Paul LePage. He was Trump before Trump was Trump. Trump ignored his oath of office and was above the law. His brilliant mind declassified documents just by thinking about them. His powerful arm cut legal red tape that […]
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Letter: Falmouth fortunate to have Pierce, Kuhn on ballot
With absentee voting beginning in October, Falmouth is fortunate to have two very capable and experienced candidates running for the Legislature. After serving for eight years in the House, Representative Teresa Pierce is running for state Senate. Teresa currently serves as chair of the Appropriations and Financial Affairs Committee, where she recently led the passage […]
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Letter: Pierce is committed to communities
We are delighted to support Teresa Pierce for Maine Senate District 25. Teresa has shown her commitment to our communities through four terms in the State House, serving on the Education and Cultural Affairs Committee, and most recently as the House chair of the Joint Appropriations Committee, which is responsible for crafting our state budget. […]