There was a time when we honored our elected representatives for using their heads, voting their consciences and representing all of their constituents. Now, political operatives censure them for not mindlessly following the edicts of faction, and “primary” has become a verb wielded as a threat. It’s time for the party system to work for […]

During my high school years (1943-1948), the standard curriculum called for all girls to take one semester of home economics and all boys to take a presumably equivalent semester of “shop.” There was the occasional girl who expressed a preference for shop, but I recall no interest in home economics among my male classmates. Times […]

As a lifelong Democrat, I have seldom agreed with Sen. Susan Collins. However I was pleased when she voted to convict Donald Trump. Now the Maine Republican Party Chairwoman Demi Kouzounas, is considering “rebuking” or possibly seeking to censure Sen.Collins because she voted her conscience based on facts. This tells you all you need to […]

I understand the frustration of waiting to be called for an appointment to receive the COVID vaccine. However, I want to offer praise regarding my experience once I had an appointment. The parking lot at Scarborough Downs, at 7:30 a.m., was almost full. I had visions of waiting in lines that went on forever, that […]

Our restaurant, like most others, runs on razor thin margins even during the best of times, which is why the past 11 months have been so difficult for the industry. Thankfully, we’ve been able to qualify for two rounds of Sen. Susan Collins’ Paycheck Protection Program, which has allowed us to stay afloat, adapt and […]

The Maine Republican Party has condemned Sen. Susan Collins for her vote to convict Donald Trump. I am an independent but have always voted for Susan Collins until she supported Judge Brett Kavanaugh, and, for the first time, I did not vote for her in 2020. However, I am 100 percent behind her and her […]

In the aftermath of the impeachment trial, I hope that the people of Maine appreciate how lucky you are to have Susan Collins as your senator. If not, I’d like to propose a trade: Josh Hawley for Collins. OK, OK, I’ll throw in a draft pick and a senator to be named later. Frank Marchiony […]

In this time of COVID-19, Maine’s businesses and industries have a great need for skilled workers, and there is an untapped resource available to them through veterans and currently serving Guard members and reservists. Those who have served or are currently serving bring many positive attributes to any work environment. They are well-trained and disciplined […]