Gray is slapping all seniors citizen in the face along with pricing us out of being able to stay in our homes. They came up with a new senior property tax assistance program and then today (July 20) decided to amend it. Before, property owners who had lived in Gray for 10 years qualified for […]
Lakes Region Weekly Letters
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Letter: Reader cites problems with Balentine’s statements
Mr. Balentine wrote that an American trait is the desire to be free (“Do you still desire freedom?”, July 2). He indicates our rights are “enshrined in our Bill of Rights.” He also writes that “young people have a favorable view of socialism and communism” and “the founding of America is all about ensuring the […]
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Letter: Windham church invites visitors to worship
As the full-time rector at St. Ann’s Episcopal Church in Windham, I am aware of the growing number of folks who have lost connection with a vibrant church community during the pandemic. Therefore, post-COVID, this is an invitation to any who find themselves without a caring Christian community at this time, a time of new […]
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Letter: Elect LeClerc and Macri to Standish council
There are two open seats on the Standish Town Council up for election June 8. The best choices to fill these seats are Greg LeClerc and Ben Macri. Greg is up for reelection to the Area 1 seat, having been elected in 2019. He represents Standish residents with thoughtful enthusiasm, asking people what they want […]
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Letter: Gray council candidate asks for support
My name is Krista Chappell. I am writing to ask for the support of Gray voters for Town Council on June 8. I’ve been a resident of Gray for over a decade and am proud to call Maine my home. It was an honor to serve as chair of Gray’s Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee, a […]
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Letter: Loon Echo Land Trust deserves credit for conservation
One of the many reasons we love living in the Lakes Region is our beautiful natural environment. And during this past year it called to us more than ever. When we could not enjoy movie theaters and restaurants or enjoy indoor gatherings with friends and family, we took to the hills! Thanks to Loon Echo […]
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Letter: ‘Bell’ the GOP elitists, not members who support Constitution
The author of a recent opinion column, “Time for GOP to ‘bell the cat,’” Dec. 25., has it all backward in her assertion that the GOP needs to return to its roots. It is the GOP elitists, the hierarchy, the establishment, the politicians whose policies are directed by the globalists to the detriment of the […]
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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 […]
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Letter: Senate candidate clarifies Forecaster coverage
Many of us who decide to enter the political realm for all of the right reasons sometimes encounter individuals or organizations who will undermine you – whether it be intentional or unintentional. During a recent newspaper phone interview, I was asked to fill out a few pieces of info by email – one being political/civic […]
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Arts Calendar: Nov. 21
Music Nov. 23 Christina Zahn Graduate Voice Recital, 5 p.m., USM Corthell Hall, 13 University Way, Gorham. Free. Jazz with Brad Terry and Tony Gaboury, 7 p.m., Raymond Village Community Church, 27 Main St., Raymond. Donation: $10. Sponsored by Raymond Arts Alliance. Bailey Giles Junior Saxophone Recital, 8 p.m., USM Corthell Hall, 13 University […]