I’d like to strongly commend and recommend April Humphrey and Tim Shannon for another term on the Yarmouth Town Council. As the Aging in Place coordinator for Yarmouth, I have seen firsthand their dedication to this program, whose goal is to support seniors who wish to remain in their homes and community. Their unwavering support […]
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Letter: Reelect Gruber to another term in Cumberland
Please join me in supporting Tom Gruber in his bid for another term on the Cumberland Town Council. As a long-term resident Tom is highly aware of the needs of the community and the issues facing the town. His experience and knowledge are unmatched. Tom is an exceptionally gifted and dedicated public servant. He has […]
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Letter: In time of unprecedented challenge elect Biberstein
As we enter a time of unprecedented challenge in our district, here are some of the reasons why I will be voting for Kathy Biberstein on July 14. Kathy is decisive yet compassionate, knows how to listen and is unafraid to face challenges. She has an amazing ability to synthesize and effectively breakdown complex information […]
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Letter: Reelect Humphrey to Yarmouth council
I am writing to express support for April Humphrey, who is running for reelection to Yarmouth’s Town Council. April brings a deep understanding on issues and a willingness and ability to work with people of many diverse perspectives. She has proven herself to be a equanimous public servant who continues to explore potential solutions in […]
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Letter: Sachs is a standout candidate for Maine House
This election arrives at a critical moment and we need the right people at the right time to help us navigate through the hazards to come. Melanie Sachs, the Clean Election candidate for Maine state House, has over 20 years of private business and nonprofit executive experience and an impressive track record of public service. […]
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Letter: Biberstein has the intellect, ability to get things done
I support Kathy Biberstein, with whom I have served on a Maine-based educational nonprofit for many years, for state representative for Freeport and Pownal. I admire her keen intellect, pragmatism and ability to get things done. Her career has connected her to national and global issues. She deeply understands our health care system, can write […]
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Letter: Balentine ignorant of BLM issues, demands
How sad to read such an arrogant, ignorant and racist column as the one John Balentine wrote on June 18 (“BLM should demand less government, not more”). He speaks from his own experience and calls that normal. For example, nuclear families are the “bedrock of sound societies the world over” when in reality “nuclear family” […]
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Letter: Falmouth planners put the cart before the horse
A June 11 Forecaster article spoke of the final approval of two controversial residential projects in Falmouth: Homestead Acres (a 68-unit condo complex) and Meadow Winds (20 units). According to the article “a traffic study must be conducted when the project is 100% occupied if it is within three years or when 75% of the […]
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Letter: Sachs has the experience to be a leader in Augusta
I have been a nurse for 22 years and I strongly urge you to vote for Melanie Sachs for state representative in Freeport and Pownal on July 14. Melanie has 30 years of experience with the most important issues faced by Maine families. She worked on a statewide initiative to reform MaineCare, collaborating with health, […]
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Letter: Biberstein ‘checks all the boxes’ for Freeport and Pownal
We are inspired by Kathy Biberstein for Maine House District 48. We have proudly mailed in our ballots in support of Kathy Biberstien and we respectfully invite Freeport and Pownal voters to join us. Incredibly competent and caring, Kathy brings to the table skills that we need as Maine moves forward during these difficult times. […]