It has been awhile since my opinion or guest column has appeared in the Kennebunk Post, and I want you to know that the reason for this is not any decision or oversight on the part of the editorial or other staff of the newspaper, but because of a situation of my own that is […]
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From Augusta – Teamwork always at the core of American success
On the heels of Independence Day, it’s a perfect time to reflect on what makes our nation great and how we can draw inspiration from that greatness in our own pursuits, in all aspects of our life. Independence Day isn’t just about fireworks and barbecues — it’s a celebration of our collective strength, resilience, and […]
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From Augusta – Protecting Maine’s farmers and farmland
It’s July in Maine, which is always a lush, green time of year. Our garden is doing great, and the bees are bringing in lots of nectar. The fields where I live in Arundel have had their first cutting of hay, and the grocery stores and farmers’ markets are bursting with fresh, local produce. Maine’s […]
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Opinion – Higher electricity bills are coming; here’s what to do
Electric bills will increase again on July 1. Just when ratepayers thought they could breathe a sigh of relief based on last winter’s decrease in the Standard Offer price, here we go again with more increases. For a typical CMP residential customer (using 550 kWh per month), the monthly bill is expected to increase by […]
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From Augusta: Ensuring students don’t go hungry over summer break
It’s no secret I am passionate about helping students receive necessary resources to succeed. This includes nutritious school meals that ensure students don’t have to learn on an empty stomach. That passion doesn’t stop when schools release students for summer break. While summer may seem like a nice break for children, it is also a […]
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Opinion – Purchasing books requires good judgment, discernment
The funds for purchasing books and other material for Kennebunk High School (KHS) are limited by the budget. In addition, one can assume that materials presented to students are focused on reinforcing the RSU 21 mission statement of building knowledge and character. Therefore, KHS has to make decisions about which books to include or purchase […]
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From Augusta – Recovering from severe storms, preparing for climate change
In the weeks and months following the devastating severe winter storms, I heard loud and clear from folks across the district: “We need help.” That’s why, in the most recent legislative session, I was determined to vote for the $60 million storm relief package that would help people and businesses rebuild and recover. I heard […]
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Our three best friends: dogs, cats and TV news
Our three best friends are the puppy dog, the pussycat and the television news bubbler. You’re a Shoe Salesman, and there you are at the end of a long, hard day trying to make the shoes you have on display fit the feet that have been walking in the door all day long – and […]
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Guest Column – The hummingbirds are back
The hummingbirds are back! So, things may be all right again. I’ve watched them hang motionless just above the hummingbird feeder, going nowhere at five hundred miles an hour, their little wings moving so fast that all you can see is a blur. That’s something humans can’t do, defy gravity by flapping any part of […]
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Opinion – Interaction is central to public servant, constituent trust
I’m an active member of the Kennebunk Charter Commission, but I do not speak for, nor do I have any authority to speak for, the commission as a whole. I’ve represented Kennebunk many terms in two tours of duty in Augusta, but I am not speaking as a former legislator. This time, I speak on […]
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