Yarmouth needs another councilor to fight the huge taxes planned from proposed building projects. I believe Matt Gredler should be that councilor, helping the few current concerned councilors slow down this runaway tax-and-fee train. Matt’s a retiree and understands the phrase “fixed income.” Lately, some councilors seem to think higher taxes are no big deal. […]
May 2018
Letter: Vote Casey for Yarmouth Town Council
I am delighted to support Meghan Casey in her candidacy for the Yarmouth Town Council in the upcoming June election. I have known Meghan since she first became a teacher in Yarmouth. And I have observed over the years how she has grown to be a valued and respected member of the Yarmouth community. Earlier […]
Letter: Vote Casey for Yarmouth Town Council
I am delighted to support Meghan Casey in her candidacy for the Yarmouth Town Council in the upcoming June election. I have known Meghan since she first became a teacher in Yarmouth. And I have observed over the years how she has grown to be a valued and respected member of the Yarmouth community. Earlier […]
Letter: Former lawmaker endorses Rottkov
I proudly endorse Richard Rottkov’s Democratic candidacy in Maine House District 32. I have had the privilege of knowing Richard for 13 years and have always been impressed with his dedication to volunteerism in South Portland. He has shown great care for our environment by working tirelessly with the South Portland Land Trust and has […]
Mainewhile: Be selfish. Demand universal heath care
I must have been in college when I first read “The Selfish Gene” by Richard Dawkins. If I am honest, I did not so much “read” the book as dip into it here and there. It was not an assigned work for a course I was in; I was sort of “eavesdropping” on another course. […]
Mainewhile: Be selfish. Demand universal heath care
I must have been in college when I first read “The Selfish Gene” by Richard Dawkins. If I am honest, I did not so much “read” the book as dip into it here and there. It was not an assigned work for a course I was in; I was sort of “eavesdropping” on another course. […]
Letter: Another perspective from Falmouth candidate
I am writing in response to Caleb Hemphill’s letter last week. Six candidates will be on the ballot for Falmouth Town Council this year. That is not the standard number of candidates in Falmouth and that’s because people in Falmouth are interested in change of perspective. All the candidates are great and council Chairman Hemphill […]
Letter: South Portland councilor backs Rottkov
Likely we have all been told, “Don’t waste your vote. Instead, check the candidate’s history and passions to see if he/she stands for the things you value.” Well, I am writing to share information about Richard Rottkov, Democratic candidate in House District 32. Richard is a strong environmentalist. Like me, he cares about keeping our […]
Letter: South Portland councilor backs Rottkov
Likely we have all been told, “Don’t waste your vote. Instead, check the candidate’s history and passions to see if he/she stands for the things you value.” Well, I am writing to share information about Richard Rottkov, Democratic candidate in House District 32. Richard is a strong environmentalist. Like me, he cares about keeping our […]
Letter: Kew is ideal for Yarmouth schools
As a highly regarded candidate for the Yarmouth School Committee, Jeff Kew has my full support. His humility, respect for others, ability to see long-range implications, and experience in town government make him an ideal candidate. He will be an advocate for Yarmouth’s educational excellence in local, regional and state dialogue. Jeff reaches out to […]