Rockland is presented with an excellent slate of candidates for City Council this year, setting us up for success over the near term regardless of the outcome of the vote, but…
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On November 8, I am voting for Betty Johnson for Waldo County Commissioner.
District 1 comprises Belfast, Belmont, Islesboro, Morrill, Northport, Lincolnville, and Waldo.…
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I’m writing to address the political ads circulating this election cycle, namely those not approved or authorized by any candidate. Unfortunately, it came to my attention this week that…
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Dear Maine Parents:
I warn of a threat to the health of Maine children. People who know me know that I gave up a lucrative law practice, and the support of living where I…
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We are pleased to support Steven MacDonald for City Council. He has been in Rockland for 44 years. He worked for the City of Rockland as Waste Water…
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If you have ever met Crystal Robinson, you know that she can command the room, not because she seeks to be the center, but because you are just naturally drawn to her. Her smile…
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Wassumkeag, Penobscot word for ‘shining water,’ is painted on the road that welcomes everyone to Sears Island —…
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I want a clean environment as well as the next person — I care about what kind of planet my kids and grand-kids will inherit — but some of these policies that Maine has just inherited from…
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My husband, Rick, and I urge you to join us in sending Democrat Chip Curry back to the Maine Senate for a second term working for the people of Waldo County. We have known Chip and his wife since…
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We are right in the middle of election season, when political signs are blossoming all over town like Fall flowers. I am leaving my seat on the Rockland City Council after serving two terms. It…
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The right wing has nothing materially positive to run on, so they have manufactured a regressive, sadistic moral panic aimed at those who are among the most vulnerable…
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I am writing to voice my strong support of Anne “Pinny” Beebe-Center in her campaign to be our next State Senator.
As someone who has worked for 15 years in our wonderful local school…
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Governor Mills has done a great job of supporting our economy through a very difficult and chaotic time. …
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I was reading an article today about Chellie Pingree and a few of her colleagues sending a letter…
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I support Steve Hemenway for District 39 Representative. He believes in parents’ rights regarding knowing what their children are being taught in the schools, regardless if it’s in the brick and…
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Every two years, we have the opportunity to cast a vote, in person or by absentee ballot. Why bother, some say. My reply: you have an advocate who will dedicate countless hours toward…
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With only one month ahead of us to election day, we must now research and determine who our treasured votes belong to. I have decided to vote for Stephen J. Hemenway based on policy…
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I don’t easily give up my limited spare time these days. Yet, I find myself volunteering to drive my State Senator Chip Curry door-to-door throughout Waldo County. It’s important that…
more than 120 pumpkins donated
Thomaston Grammar School brought back our annual Fall Festival on Saturday, October 1. This was the first time we have been able to hold the festival since the fall of 2019. It was so exciting to…
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While I met Pinny Beebe-Center in my professional capacity, she became a trusted friend, and my endorsement of her candidacy for the Maine Senate is as a private individual. Pinny actively listens…
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A while back this polite dad came into my workplace, Waterfall Arts, the old Anderson School in Belfast. He wanted to know if he could install lights for night hockey at the…
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I’m thrilled to have a candidate the likes of Pinny Beebe-Center to support for Maine Senate District 12.
She will represent us with great integrity, experience and a passion for public…
“Vote for Crystal Robinson- your clear choice for positive change.
Do you feel discouraged and that politicians are out of…
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With so much at stake in the Nov. 8 election, it is clear we need principled and strong leadership in Augusta. Governor Janet Mills has proven her commitment to a vision of Maine First through…
“‘Dirigo’ means to lead. Let’s make Maine a leader.”
“Holding people and organizations who benefit accountable” is a key message from Crystal Robinson’s approach to legislating.…
more than 100 calls so far this year; This is an approximate 10% increase from 2021
In recognition of Domestic/Intimate Partner Violence Awareness Month, Rockland Police Department offered the following thoughts on…
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I am writing this in support of Jason Trundy. His service to the people of Waldo County for the last 28 years in law enforcement has been excellent and I can’t think of anyone more qualified or…
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I urge my neighbors in Legislative District 43 to re-elect Ann Matlack on November 8.
She is a…
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I am retired after 44 years as a teacher and administrator in Waldo County. I have also served on the boards of several nonprofit organizations that have or still…
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Not knowing where to find the particulars of who's running for office and being put off by the blistering criticisms of candidates by one another, too many of us have become disheartened with the…
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What does a nurse bring to an elected position in the State legislature?
A nurse wants to take care of us, listens to our struggles, offers solutions and can connect us to important…
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I am writing to share my thanks and appreciation to Jason Trundy for all the help and support he has given to a local Veterans Organization. Mr. Trundy…
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The November election is coming up soon and there are important decisions to be made for Waldo County. I support Stephen J. Hemenway for District 39. He supports all of the issues that are…
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I write to endorse Waldo County Chief Deputy Jason Trundy for the office of Waldo County Sheriff.
I worked with Jason as part of a citizen…
I learned a few things the other day that others may find interesting.
There are two main reasons that former Governor Paul LePage is running for office again.
Number one, the sign…
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Crystal Robinson is the candidate to get behind on November 8.
She is hardworking, determined, and is a strong voice for Maine people. Crystal is passionate about serving, and has…
It is deeply gratifying to be writing to recommend that my fellow Waldo County residents vote for Jason Trundy for…
I’m writing to support the re-election of Vicki Doudera for State House District 14, Camden and Rockport. My husband and I moved into Vicki’s neighborhood in 2015 and have always known her to be…
What I want in a representative of our district in Augusta: Somone who looks at the issues before her with curiosity and integrity, someone who works hard, and someone who is available…
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When I cast my vote for local, state or national candidates, I do so with the expectation that the person getting my support will be committed to making decisions based on doing what’s best for…
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Jason Trundy has served the citizens of Waldo County since 1994. Through his diligence he has risen through the ranks to the position of Chief Deputy where he has served for the past eight years…
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For the first time in recent memory, our fundamental rights rest, not on the Supreme Court or Congress, but on the people we choose to represent us in our state legislature.…
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This October, New Hope Midcoast will join other advocates across the state to recognize Domestic Violence Action Month (DVAM).
For the last 35 years, the goal of Domestic…
Prior to meeting Jan Dodge, I had never spoken with a legislator about issues that were troubling me. I assumed politicians would neither listen nor care. However, Jan not only listened and cared…
Jan Dodge worked for decades helping students as a teacher and now as a Maine representative for House District 39. She has successfully worked across partly lines in order to pass legislation to…
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Crystal Robinson is a commonsense candidate, who carefully considers the consequences of her actions. She understands the history of our government and how it has led us to our…
Pinny Beebe-Center and I have worked together on several projects serving this community, especially its young people, for many years. I can’t think of a better candidate to represent our district…
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Bill Pluecker is running for reelection as our State Representative. What’s in a name? It is not always true to Shakespeare. Not all roses do smell the same nor do all state…
As a retired teacher, I fully appreciate the support Bill Plueker has shown for Maine’s public schools. In my twenty seven years in the classroom I was acutely aware of the difference adequate…
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Let me preface this letter by saying I'm a conservative republican. I'm that because I believe in a strong border, the right to life, and the strength of family.
I met…
