A Sept. 26 letter to the editor (“Students need to own their debt“) concluded with this question: “Why should I, in my retirement, be obligated to help these people (college students who are saddled with student debt) out?” My response to the question is: – Because young people today are facing a substantially higher cost […]

Andrew Ross’ Sept. 22 review, “A new (ish) chef finds his way at the charming River House in Damariscotta,” started out with descriptive and flowery language that drew the reader in. He included many positive opinions of the food served at River House. Unfortunately, about three-quarters of the way into the article, Ross decided to […]

I appreciate Dan Stone’s Sept. 22 opinion piece, “Beware the protest vote bias.” The danger Stone refers to is real. Through categorial thinking, some view both major party candidates as equally objectionable, when that clearly is not the case. A close relative of mine says he doesn’t like Trump. “What about Kamala?” I ask. He […]

Shame on the person who tore off the small Harris bumper sticker displayed on my car. I’m sorry for the anger, hostility and intense level of disinformation that makes people think that that is OK to do. Freedom of speech and freedom of expression are still the rule of law in our country. My father […]

Dan Stone’s Sept. 22 op-ed (“Beware the protest vote bias“) was very thoughtful and well written, however it really missed the point. If Harris loses it is because she and her party couldn’t convince enough voters. As my mother used, to say: “And whose fault is that?” Shifting the blame of a loss to the […]

Can we please agree that we have seen enough mudslinging, lies and horrid behavior toward our fellow citizens? Should we not expect our elected officials and candidates to set a higher standard of conduct that is an example for all of us to strive for? Should we show our support for candidates who do display […]

In the Sept. 13 op-ed, “Portland’s divestment vote has negative health effects,” the author failed to discuss the profound psychological damage experienced by Palestinians currently or historically. He also distorted the local mental health impacts of Israel’s violence. The mental health consequences of Israel’s project of genocide have been thoroughly documented. In a region where […]

One way to pay homage to the historical architectural presence of the old Children’s Museum might be to salvage the four marble pillars (and other classical elements such as windows, steps and trim) and move them across the square, repurposing them into a lovely tall gazebo in the park. Not only would this be a […]