Pay attention to steering committee meetings To the editor, There is a process underway to potentially reconfigure the way elementary schools are structured and used in South Portland. The effort has been led by superintendent Tim Matheney with the creation of a Boundaries and Configurations Steering Committee in early 2023. The steering committee meetings are […]

No need to cross the bridge To the editor, I love living in South Portland, and I frequent local businesses, because I want them to thrive. Tommy Simpson with his daughter Jessica run True Value Hardware, offering the things I appreciate – beautiful products, dependable service, and knowledgeable employees. I recently needed screws for a […]

Time for assault weapon ban To the editor, In light of the recent tragic loss of life in Lewiston, it is time the citizens of the state of Maine take a stand and do everything we can to end gun violence in this state. Let us be the ones to show the country how it […]

Election letters To the editor, I’m writing to voice my support for Rosemarie DeAngelis for South Portland School Board. I have worked with her for years on the Bike/Ped Committee and have found her to be a strong-willed advocate for all our citizens. Having served on volunteer committees, as a city councilor, and as mayor, […]

Election letters To the editor, I am writing to express my support for Eleni Richardson, the at-large candidate for the South Portland School Board. Eleni and I first met in June of 2020, during one of the most challenging times in recent history — the height of the pandemic. My family and I had recently […]

Bug Light needs to be protected To the editor, Bug Light Park is considered South Portland’s premier park. But it’s security and value has been threatened by the proposed development of Yard South right next door. Bug Light’s proximity to a proposed 30-acre urban cityscape including four 18-story buildings, retail and office space, restaurants, and […]

Writers weigh in on candidates To the editor, I am writing this letter in support of Eleni Richardson, at-large candidate for the South Portland School Board. I have known Eleni for seven years. I am continuously impressed by her ability to be passionate about a cause while simultaneously approaching challenges with a level head. Perhaps […]

More spending will raise taxes To the editor, In reading the article in the Sentry about the four people running for South Portland City Council, I was struck by a common theme. All but one candidate is advocating for more government spending. Not cutting spending so that taxes can be cut and older people who […]

Watch the South Portland candidates forum To the editor, South Portlanders have an opportunity to hear from candidates for city council on Monday, Oct. 2 at 6 p.m. in a forum hosted by the non-partisan League of Women Voters. The forum will be held in the city council chambers at South Portland City Hall, and […]

Attend or watch candidate forums To the editor, I’m writing to call attention to two important candidate forums for residents of South Portland. Everyone is encouraged to attend or watch these forums, presented by the non-partisan League of Women Voters in conjunction with volunteers from our city. South Portland Board of Education candidates are set […]