Last week I attended the opening of Angus King’s U.S. Senate campaign headquarters. The energy and enthusiasm was absolutely awe inspiring. While Mainers can often be counted upon to select independent and thoughtful leaders, it is only once in a generation that we are lucky enough to get an Angus King. I have seen, and […]

First we heard that the police station in Brunswick was going to cost $7 million.  Now we hear the cost will be $5.5 million. How can the town of Brunswick justify spending this type of money on a police station during these economic times? I would much rather see our town spending money on education. These […]

Despite numerous legislative efforts over the past 10-plus years (which have all had support by the Legislature), the Appropriations Committee has again refused to accommodate the inclusion of horticulture in the definition of agriculture within the Maine state sales tax code as part of the governor’s supplemental budget recommendations.  In doing so, the choice is […]

The 2013 Falmouth school budget is one the Town Council and the voters should support. The district has done an admirable job of reducing operating costs (which include a projected savings of $85,000 in middle school heating costs due to a new wood chip boiler there) and coping with the loss of federal funds (jobs […]

Say what you will about Gov. LePage, but when it comes to his support of the Marketplace Fairness Act, he’s right on the money. For too long, small businesses like ours have endured a severe competitive disadvantage when it comes to tax policy. While we’re required to charge state sales tax on every sporting good […]

I am writing in support of Sarah Gideon in her bid to be the Democratic nominee in House District 106 for the towns of Freeport and Pownal. Sara is presently on the Freeport Town Council and has shown her willingness to listen to all parties and try to find a solution that works best for […]

Some of the best things about living in Freeport are the many relationships I have with neighbors, fellow parents, local business owners, and members of nonprofit organizations. These connections allow me to feel part of a strong community.   Another key relationship is with my District 1 Town Councilor, Sara Gideon. Since being elected, Sara […]

Last month Louise Abromson and Cindy Talbot announced that they would be stepping down as co-coaches of the Falmouth Middle School Nordic program.  We have had two children participate in the program and want to thank Louise and Cindy for their many years of hard work and dedication. Cindy started the program 12 years ago […]