After a lovely and prolonged fall, the tide seems to be turning toward the next season. I’m not ready to utter its name quite yet, choosing instead to reflect on the sunny and warm days we’ve had these past few months. After years of gardening in Maine, I can report that (at least on Bennett […]
October 2014
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Lingering roadway issues fixed
WINDHAM – The Maine Department of Transportation has completed a rut removal project at the intersection of routes 115, 35 and 302 in North Windham, known as Boody’s Corner, that was put on hold last fall due to cold weather. Last October, the department initiated an effort to eliminate the rutting, or grooves, that were […]
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Withdrawal study faces town vote
RAYMOND – On Election Day, Raymond voters will determine whether to move forward in the lengthy process of withdrawing from Regional School Unit 14. The Nov. 4 vote is the fourth of 22 state-mandated steps required to withdraw from the school district. The question will ask voters whether they would like to send a petition […]
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IT HAPPENED IN WINDHAM: An important ‘corner’
When the house behind Corsetti’s store in Windham Center burned, it was a shock to the community. This was one of the oldest houses in Windham, and a landmark in Windham Center. The house is gone now, but the history remains. The “corner” once included Hawkes store, the first library, a cobbler shop, post office, […]
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LETTERS: Vote for Corey
I have known Patrick Corey for a number of years and I know that he researches in great detail any issue with which he is involved. Patrick worked very hard to bring the true facts about the cost of a sewer to the attention of the people, which resulted in savings of millions of tax […]
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LETTERS: Crossing party lines for Diamond
Bill Diamond, the Democratic candidate for State Senate District 26, deserves our vote. Bill always exhibited admirable qualities during his prior tenure in the Maine State Legislature and as Secretary of State. Intellectual curiosity, listening skills and a genuine willingness to seek a fair compromise were among the attributes that make him a success. The […]
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LETTERS: Vote for Fernandes
I am voting for Mary Fernandes on Nov. 4 because I believe she has the best understanding of our community’s education needs. She knows that supporting students and teachers is critical to the economic success of our district, indeed our entire state, and she will make the right decisions for us in Augusta. On a […]
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LETTERS:
Cleveland the best choice To the voters of New Gloucester, Auburn and Poland, I cannot think of a time when the talents, experience, dedication, expertise and commitment to collaboration that defines Senator John Cleveland have been needed more in Augusta. He understands at every level how to reach the most effective balance between private and […]
Posted inLakes Region Weekly
LETTERS:
Cleveland the best choice To the voters of New Gloucester, Auburn and Poland, I cannot think of a time when the talents, experience, dedication, expertise and commitment to collaboration that defines Senator John Cleveland have been needed more in Augusta. He understands at every level how to reach the most effective balance between private and […]
Posted inLakes Region Weekly
LETTERS:
Cleveland the best choice To the voters of New Gloucester, Auburn and Poland, I cannot think of a time when the talents, experience, dedication, expertise and commitment to collaboration that defines Senator John Cleveland have been needed more in Augusta. He understands at every level how to reach the most effective balance between private and […]