All of the health care problems outlined by E.A. Beem (Nov. 6) can and do happen to all of us. There is one clear way to avoid most of them: remove for-profit insurance companies from the system. They serve no medical purpose whatsoever. They exist to take in profits. This is a conflict of interest, […]
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Mainewhile: Let’s find meaningful ways to honor veterans
What did this Veteran’s Day hold for you? Many of us (not all, I know), had the day off from work or school, but how did we use it? It’s difficult for some of us, firmly ensconced in civilian life, to know how to properly and meaningfully thank and recognize the men and women who […]
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Here’s Something: Now more than ever, socialism’s evils need to be unveiled
Though Halloween has passed, with ghosts, goblins and scary scarecrows all about, an upcoming event based on real-world history and current events will really scare you to death. The Gray Republican Committee is teaming with the Windham Republican Committee and 46 other sponsors to host an event examining the true nature of socialism. The night […]
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Letter: Freeport risks losing a gem
Freeport has enjoyed the valuable oceanfront land called Winslow Park since 1953, when Adelaide Harb gave her 90-acre farm to the inhabitants of the town of Freeport in trust as long as it was used “as a public park and for public recreational purposes.” Now a serious question arises whether the town of Freeport is […]
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Over Easy: ‘The Twilight Zone’ fear factor
By the time you read this, it will be over. Apparently there was a one-time-only tribute on one of the obscure channels in the universe for the television show “The Twilight Zone.” Not the rebooted newer show of the same name, but the old “Twilight Zone” hosted weekly by its creator, Rod Serling, which ran […]
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Letter: Clean Energy Connect will fight climate change
We have had the fewest birds at our feeders this fall in 15 years here. On Nov. 1 we still had a beautiful monarch butterfly flying around our yard. Monarchs usually arrive in Mexico from Maine around this time. This monarch should have departed weeks ago. It got fooled by the warm temperatures. It will […]
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Letter: Balentine ignores Trump’s obscenities for focus on profanity
Though we are constantly told that we need to read widely on “all sides” of current issues, I often wonder why I waste my time reading columns written by Trump apologists like John Balentine. These columnists invariably trade in logical errors, red herrings, propaganda, distractions from core issues and other tools used by right-wing propagandists […]
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Letter: Topsham forum a chance to learn about utility plan
Pie in the sky or a reasonable alternative? Are you skeptical about Representative Seth Berry’s initiative to develop a consumer-owned utility for Maine? Not only do we have questions, but we also don’t always fully understand the process even when we hear some of the answers. But we do know that Rep. Berry has thoroughly […]
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Letter: Falmouth residents punished for questioning town policies
The Falmouth Town Council has revealed its true colors: It is punitive to residents who publicly question its policies. Nine volunteers applied for the town’s Long Range Planning Advisory Committee. Its recommendations impact land use, taxes, growth, infrastructure and quality of life. Four applicants were steered to other committees. Five were rejected based on their […]
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Letter: Former Harpswell resident grateful for support
Our heartfelt thanks to all the businesses, friends and family who contributed to the benefit for me on Friday night (Nov. 1) on Bailey Island. We are overwhelmed by the support and love from everyone. It means so much on this difficult journey. Special thanks to Dawn, Kathy and Sheldon. What a wonderful community. Craig (and […]