A talented screenwriter I know, a native Mainer, is gearing up to move to Los Angeles. It makes sense. She has done as much as she can in Maine. Her films have been nominated for awards. She has begun to acquire cult status as a blogger about her favorite shows. Now she wants to take […]
May 2014
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Letter: Collins' record belies her 'moderate' reputation
I’m glad that U.S. Sen. Susan Collins is a moderate Republican, but her ties with the Republican establishment are preventing her from adequately representing us. Most of us believe that we have the right to know who contributes large amounts to political campaign ads. In fact, a majority of our senators believe we have that […]
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Letter: USM deserves more of the UMaine pie
Orlando Delogu’s piece about how to improve our UMaine system is spot on. We 1.3 million Mainers, in the age of distance learning, don’t need seven campuses. Moderate tuition increases, for instance 2 percent per year for 10 years, could raise millions in needed revenue. I got my MBA at USM in 2011 and was […]
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Letter: Woods 'most qualified' in Democratic primary
I’ve known Steve Woods for many years and I want to share something with the other towns in Senate District 25 that we in Yarmouth have come to learn and trust. While many folks talk about things, debate things, discuss things to death, or endlessly procrastinate, Steve simply “gets things done” – all to the […]
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Letter: Woods can lead Wyman Station resolution
The future of the Wyman Power Station (economic and environmental) and its destiny is a complex issue with far-reaching implications for Yarmouth, Casco Bay, the state and beyond. On June 10 we head to the polls to consider candidates the Senate District 25 Democratic primary, including Steve Woods. Mr. Woods is the only candidate with […]
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Community Calendar: May 28 to June 10
Greater Portland Benefits Saturday 5/31 Cancer Community Center’s Summertime Social, raffle, live auction, music, 6-11 p.m., East Coast Yacht Sales, 106 Lafayette St., Yarmouth, 774-2200, $100. Maine Walks with Haiti, timed 4-Mile Run, live music, Haitian art, food, 8:30 a.m. registration, Back Cove, Portland, across from Hannaford, $10 youths, $15 adults, $20 day-of for runners, […]
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Letter: Reasons to back Breen in Senate District 25
Here’s why I’m voting for Cathy Breen in the Senate District 25 Democratic primary. Cathy’s a Clean Election candidate. She has no big money contributors and her personal fortune isn’t bankrolling her campaign. Her slogan, “Clean Elections – the way elections should be,” says it best. Cathy supports regional cooperation. Beggar-thy-neighbor policies of tax giveaways […]
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Letter: Woods cares about jobs, quality of life
I am writing in support of Steve Woods for state Senate in the District 25 Democratic primary. In his role as chairman of the Yarmouth Town Council, he has been very supportive of Yarmouth’s cultural environment. He supported and worked for the Merrill Library bond issue. He also helped the Yarmouth History Center get off […]
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Letter: In Senate, Woods will help local businesses
Every politician talks about jobs and helping our economy. These politicians all say the right things. Then they all look into the camera and project their serious commitment to helping small businesses. Generally, too much talk and not enough action. Steve Woods is the first political leader that goes beyond talk, and actually helps local […]
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Letter: McBrady has right approach for Falmouth
Charlie McBrady is the right choice for the Falmouth Town Council. Charlie has my full support and vote on June 10. Charlie will bring a level-headed approach to matters affecting our town and all citizens of Falmouth. Charlie McBrady understands the need for fiscal responsibility and balance necessary to maintain the core character that makes […]