Megan Doyle’s recent coverage of the Narrow Gauge Railroad’s move from Portland to Gray exposes multiple reasons why Gray citizens should vote “no” to a $500,000 grant. • No credible business plan was presented for public review. • It’s an illusion that $500,000 will result in a working railroad project. Asked how much he’ll need to […]

At the age of 92 and having lived and worked most of my years in Massachusetts (many of the most treasured were in Maine), I’ve witnessed a lot of self-serving politicians come and go – some to jail. The people of Maine House District 28 are fortunate that Republican Heather Sirocki gives her undivided attention […]

In two Portland Board of Education terms, Laurie Davis has been a hard worker and tenacious in her support for all students, both kids and adults. Understanding that the school board must work with the legislative delegation and the City Council, she gave persuasive testimony on school funding in Augusta to advocate for Portland’s needs, […]

It has been my good fortune to have worked with Republican Kevin Battle for 20 years or more in matters of Portland Harbor and with South Portland police issues. He has been a very efficient and fair officer in all matters of the foregoing important issues Please cast your vote Nov. 8 for Kevin and […]

In this too-long election cycle, one thing is clear – lack of civil discourse is obscuring the issues. That’s why Everett “Brownie” Carson, Democratic Senate candidate in District 24, has signed the Maine Council of Churches’ civil discourse covenant, pledging to refrain from personal attacks and to respectfully interact with those who do not share […]

I am writing in support of Democrat Jean-Marie Caterina for Maine Senate District 30. Jean-Marie is a former teacher and social worker who has dedicated her life to helping others succeed. As a small-business owner, she believes that small businesses are the backbone of our economy. She’ll help create high-quality job opportunities that keep our […]