ROCKLAND — Four candidates in Rockland competed this election season for two open seats on the Rockland City Council, with elections taking place Tuesday, Nov. 8.Both seats represent three-year terms.Those running for office were Nathan Davis, Adam Lachman, Steven MacDonald and Penelope York.On Election night, only one seat was decided (shown below) as two candidates tied for the second open seat. After election officials conducted a recount Saturday, Nov... Read more
Elections 2022 Voter Resource: Candidates, Issues, Polling Places
Voters will go to the polls Nov. 8, 2022 to consider state ballot proposals, municipal amendments, and if they live in Belfast or Rockland, a roster of city councilors candidates. On this page, you will find profiles of candidates, information about ballot and warrant articles, where to vote, and when.
“Democracy is measured not by its leaders
doing extraordinary things,
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extraordinarily well.”
—John Gardner
spending approved for wastewater, landfill
After recount, tie broken between two Rockland City Council candidates
district includes all of waldo county
Curry wins Maine Senate District 11 race
Voters across all of Waldo County cast votes Tuesday, Nov. 8 for who they want their state senator to be in Augusta, choosing between incumbent Glenn “Chip” Curry, a Democrat from Belfast, and MaryAnne Kinney, a Republican from Knox that most recently served in the House.
tracking the votes
Jason Trundy is new Waldo County Sheriff
WALDO COUNTY — The voters of Waldo County cast ballots Tuesday, Nov. 8 to elect a new county sheriff after Jeff Trafton opted to retire after eight years in the position. Voters were tasked with deciding between two candidates: Jason Trundy, a Democrat from Lincolnville that is presently the county’s deputy sheriff, and Todd Boisvert, a Republican from Searsport that serves as the town’s police chief. The position is a four-year term.
brooks, frankfort (part), Jackson, Knox, Monroe, Swanville, Thorndike, Unity, Waldo
Benjamin Hymes wins three-way race for House District 38
Voters in nine Waldo County towns had a trio of candidates to ponder as they cast their ballot for their new state representative. Appearing on the ballot as a candidate in House District 38, for the open seat, were Robyn Stanicki, a Democrat from Unity; Benjamin Hymes, a Republican from Waldo; and Heather Elizabeth “Betsy” Garrold, a Green Independent from Knox. District 38 serves the municipalities of Brooks, Jackson, Knox, Monroe, Swanville, Thorndike, Unity, and Waldo; and... Read more
serves knox county, except isle au haut and washington
Anne Beebe-Center prevails in Maine Senate run
Voters across Knox County, except for Isle au Haut and Washington, voted Tuesday, Nov. 8 for who they want to replace term-limited state senator David Miramant. Running for Senate District 12 were Anne “Pinny” Beebe-Center, a Democrat from Rockland, and Scott Rocknak, a Republican from Camden.
Cushing, South Thomaston, owls head (part), St. George, Thomaston
Ann Matlack reelected to House District 43
The voters in five Knox County communities cast ballots Tuesday, Nov. 8 to decide who would represent them in Augusta in House District 43. Running on the ballot were incumbent Ann Matlack, a Democrat from St. George, and Heather Sprague, a Republican from Cushing. District 43 would include Cushing, South Thomaston, St. George, and Thomaston; and the part of the municipality of Owls Head generally south and southeast of a line described as follows: Beginning at the... Read more
Matinicus, North Haven, owls head (part), Rockland
Valli Geiger returns to Augusta to represent Matinicus, North Haven, Owls Head (part), Rockland
Votes were cast Tuesday, Nov. 8 in the race for House District 42, which saw incumbent Valli Geiger, a Democrat from Rockland, be challenged by Roger Tranfaglia, a Republican from Rockland. The newly drawn district represents the communities of Criehaven, Matinicus Isle, Muscle Ridge Islands, North Haven, and Rockland; and the part of the municipality of Owls Head generally north and northwest of a line described as follows: Beginning at the point where Dublin Road begins at the... Read more
belfast, belmont, northport
Jan Dodge reelected to House District 39, Belfast, Belmont and Northport
Belfast, Belmont and Northport voters cast ballots Tuesday, Nov. 8 in the House District 39 race between incumbent Janice Dodge, a Democrat from Belfast, and Stephen Hemenway, a Republican from Northport.
appleton, islesboro, liberty, lincolnville, montville, morrill, searsmont
Voters send Zeigler back to Augusta as House District 40 rep
Voters across one Knox County community and six Waldo County towns voted Tuesday, Nov. 8 for who will represent them in House District 40, which includes Appleton, Islesboro, Liberty, Lincolnville, Montville, Morrill, and Searsmont. On the ballot were incumbent Stanley Paige Zeigler, a Democrat from Montville, and Joseph McLaughlin, a Republican from Lincolnville.
Chellie Pingree elected to eighth Congressional term
Congresswoman Chellie Pingree was reelected Tuesday, Nov. 8 for an eighth term to represent Maine’s First Congressional District in the U.S. House of Representatives.
She released the following statement after the race was called in her favor:
"I am so honored and grateful that Mainers have entrusted me to represent them again in Congress. With control of Washington hanging in the balance, we have urgent work ahead of us to restore reproductive rights, help working families struggling with... Read more
Scott Cyrway elected to represent House District 63
FREEDOM — In the House District 63, the choice for voters in the four communities represented was less painstaking than other races statewide with only one candidate on the ballot: Scott Cyrway, who had been serving in the Augusta as the state senator for District 16. District 63 includes the Waldo County town of Freedom plus the Kennebec County communities of Albion, Unity Township and part of Winslow. Below is how Freedom voted in the House race.
Cushing elects Michael James to select board
CUSHING — Voters in the Town of Cushing have elected a new member to their town’s select board Tuesday, Nov. 8.
The seat is a two-year term.
Cory Jones - 385Michael James - 410
Union voters approve Thompson Community Center question
UNION — Voters in the Town of Union have approved the lone municipal question faced with that dealt with the Thompson Community Center.
The question read: To see if the inhabitants of the Town of Union will vote to authorize and require the Town to use previously allocated funding to obtain an engineering feasibility report on the viability of retaining ownership of the Thompson Community Center, before undertaking any repairs or renovations, and to mail all registered voters of the Town a... Read more
camden and rockport
Doudera is reelected to Maine House District 41 seat
Voters in Camden and Rockport have favored sending incumbent Victoria Doudera back to Augusta for another term.Doudera, a Democrat from Camden, was challenged by Susan Butterworth, a Republican from Camden. Voters from Camden and Rockport cast ballots Tuesday, Nov. 8 in the election for who would be their representative in the newly drawn district that is now House District 41.
Hope, Union, Warren
Bill Pluecker reelected to Maine House District 44 seat, serving Hope, Union and Warren
The voters in Hope, Union and Warren casting ballots Tuesday, Nov. 8 for who they want to represent them in the state legislature’s House District 44 were tasked with deciding between incumbent Bill Pluecker, an Unenrolled Independent from Warren, and Crystal Robinson, a Republican from Hope.
By six votes, Frankfort defeats legalizing marijuana cultivation in town
FRANKFORT — By a vote of 288 to 282, voters in Frankfort narrowly defeated a municipal warrant article that would have allowed medical and adult use marijuana cultivation, manufacturing facilities and dispensaries in compliance with the Maine ‘opt-in” policies to operate in town.
YES: 282
NO: 288
Voters sort through Rockport’s complicated town ballot, approving all articles
ROCKPORT — In addition to the Maine Senate, House and Gubernatorial races, Rockport voters were also picking a U.S. Congressional candidate, clearing up a procedural issue with a school budget article left over from June, and nine municipal warrant articles, some of them long and complicated. In total, 2,170 voters cast their ballots, in person and via absentee ballots.
Some municipal warrant articles were left blank.
Governor’s raceHunkler: 31LePage: 629Mills: 1,487State Senate District... Read more
How Knox County voted in Maine's 2022 gubernatorial race
Knox County voters cast ballots Tuesday, Nov. 8 for who they want to see as the state’s governor for the next four years. On the ballot were incumbent Janet Mills, a Democrat; former governor Paul LePage, a Republican; and independent Sam Hunkler.
How Waldo County voted in Maine's 2022 gubernatorial race
Waldo County voters cast ballots Tuesday, Nov. 8 for who they want to see as the state’s governor for the next four years. On the ballot were incumbent Janet Mills, a Democrat; former governor Paul LePage, a Republican; and independent Sam Hunkler.
tracking the votes
Burnham, Troy voters favor Collamore in House District 68 race
Voters from two Waldo County towns, one Kennebec County town and a Somerset County town cast ballots Tuesday, Nov. 8 to determine who would represent them in House District 68. District 68 includes the Waldo County communities of Burnham and Troy, plus Clinton of Kennebec County and Pittsfield from Somerset County. Voters across the three counties were tasked with deciding between incumbent Amanda Collamore, a Republican from Pittsfield, and Stanley Short, Jr., a Democrat from... Read more
district also includes lincoln county communities
How Waldoboro, Washington are voting for open District 13 senate seat
Washington and Waldoboro voters cast ballots Tuesday, Nov. 8 in the state senate race to determine who would replace outgoing state senator Chloe Maxmin as the District 13 senator. On the ballot were Cameron Reny, a Democrat from Round Pond, and Abden Simmons, a Republican from Waldoboro. The communities of Waldoboro and Washington are the lone two Senate District 13 municipalities within the PenBayPilot.com coverage area. Below is how they voted in the race.
district also includes 7 hancock county towns
Isle au Haut, Vinalhaven cast ballots in race for House District 15
Voters on two Knox County islands and those in seven Hancock County communities cast their ballots Tuesday, Nov. 8 for who they would like to represent them in the Maine State Legislature’s House District 15. Isle au Haut and Vinalhaven are the lone area communities in the newly drawn district alongside the Hancock County communities of Brooklin, Deer Isle, Frenchboro, Southwest Harbor, Stonington, Swans Island, and Tremont. Seeking the seat were Holly Eaton, a Democrat... Read more
Frankfort (part), Prospect, Searsport, Stockton Springs, Winterport
Reagan Paul wins Maine House District 37 seat
Voters in five Waldo County towns elected a new state representative Tuesday, Nov. 8 as Margaret English-Flanagan, a Democrat of Winterport, and Reagan Paul, a Republican of Winterport, vied for the open House seat. District 37 encompasses the municipalities of Prospect, Searsport, Stockton Springs, and Winterport; and the part of the municipality of Frankfort generally east of a line described as follows: Beginning at the point where Loggin Road begins at the border of Winterport, then... Read more
Track the votes in the 2nd Congressional race
Waldo County voters decided Tuesday, Nov. 8 between a trio of individuals appearing on the ballot to represent Maine’s Second U.S. Congressional District. Incumbent Jared Golden, a Democrat, was challenged by Bruce Poliquin, a Republican, and Tiffany Bond, an Independent.
tracking the votes
Pingree prevails for another term serving Maine in Congress
Voters across Knox County, plus Waldoboro in Lincoln County, decided Tuesday, Nov. 8 between two individuals appearing on the ballot to represent Maine’s First U.S. Congressional District. Incumbent Chellie Pingree, a Democrat, was challenged by Ed Thelander, a Republican.
friendship, waldoboro, washington
Clint Clinton Collamore, Sr., wins Maine House District 45 by slim margin
Voters from two Knox County communities and three Lincoln County towns voted Tuesday, Nov. 8 on who would fill the open House District 45 seat, deciding between Clinton Collamore Sr., a Democrat from Waldoboro, and Lynn Madison, a Republican from Waldoboro. District 45 includes the Knox County towns of Friendship and Washington, plus the Lincoln County communities of Bremen, Louds Island and Waldoboro.Below is how the communities in the PenBayPilot.com coverage area voted.
district also includes kennebec and lincoln county towns
Katrina Smith wins House District 62 race
PALERMO — Voters in the Waldo County town of Palermo cast votes Tuesday, Nov. 8 for the three-way race for who will represent them in House District 62 of the Maine State Legislature. The district also includes the Lincoln County communities of Hibberts Gore and Somerville, as well as the Kennebec County municipalities of China and Windsor. Vying for the open seat were Pamela Swift, a Democrat from Palermo; Katrina Smith, a Republican from Palermo; and Lindsey Harwath, an... Read more
Maine election officials cautious amid midterms
After more than three decades of working in municipal government, Bangor city clerk Lisa Goodwin is confident that Maine’s election system is safe. But with national tensions rising ahead of a potentially pivotal Election Day, she does not want to take chances.
That was why Goodwin volunteered Bangor as one of the first municipalities to take part in an election systems assessment offered to Maine through the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency, part of the Department of Homeland... Read more
On the issues: Rockand City Council Candidate Adam Lachman
Four candidates are competing for two open seats on the Rockland City Council, with elections set for Nov. 8. Both seats represent three-year terms. Those running for office are Nathan Davis, Adam Lachman, Steven MacDonald and Penelope York. Penobscot Bay Pilot has posed questions to each candidate, providing the opportunity for the public to better understand their positions on issues. Here, candidate Adam Lachman responds: Please provide a concise biography of yourself.
I have lived in the... Read more
letter to the editor
Reelect Stanley Paige Zeigler, Jr.
I am voting to re-elect Stanley Paige Zeigler to represent Maine House District 40 (Appleton, Islesboro, Liberty, Lincolnville, Montville, Morrill, and Searsmont). During his time in the House, he has served on the Energy, Utilities, and Technology Committee and on the Environment and Natural Resources Committee.
Paige and I have spoken several times here in Lincolnville. I share his belief in affordable access to the essentials of life in our time: health care, education, energy, housing, and... Read more
letter to the editor
Elect Adam Lachman to the Rockland City Council
I am writing to share my support for Adam Lachman's campaign for Rockland City Council and encourage you to vote for him on November 8, 2022. The past several years have been challenging for our community, and it is now time for us to move forward with new ideas and fresh perspectives that will help us come together, not further divide us. Adam is a true champion for this community. He has put himself out there to be available to us, the citizens. His support of our community includes... Read more
letter to the editor
Adam Lachman is the real deal
I am writing in support of Adam Lachman for the Rockland City Council. Adam is the candidate literally for all of the people.
Over the years many candidates running for a seat have stopped into my business, Knight Marine Service, or contacted me as President of the Maine Lobster Festival, promising that they will make Rockland more business friendly or that they support the Festival and all that it brings with it to help the economy in our area.
Most were just telling me what I wanted to... Read more
letter to the editor
Green Party candidate Heather Garrold is a great fit for Waldo County
I lived in Waldo County for several decades and even though I'm now a town away I can still see Waldo County from my kitchen window.
And I still pay attention to what's going on there. Waldo County has no pretenses. It's an honest, hard-working place. It's a place of grass roots politics, where people care about social justice and equal opportunity, where there is respect for diversity, gender equity, and non-violence.
Waldo County, especially the northwest tier of towns running from Unity to... Read more
On the issues: Rockland City Council Candidate Penelope York
Four candidates are competing for two open seats on the Rockland City Council, with elections set for Nov. 8. Both seats represent three-year terms. Those running for office are Nathan Davis, Adam Lachman, Steven MacDonald and Penelope York. Penobscot Bay Pilot has posed questions to each candidate, providing the opportunity for the public to better understand their positions on issues. Here, candidate Penelope York responds: Please provide a concise biography of yourself. I was born right here... Read more
On the issues: Rockland City Council Candidate Steven MacDonald
Four candidates are competing for two open seats on the Rockland City Council, with elections set for Nov. 8. Both seats represent three-year terms. Those running for office are Nathan Davis, Adam Lachman, Steven MacDonald and Penelope York. Penobscot Bay Pilot has posed questions to each candidate, providing the opportunity for the public to better understand their positions on issues. Here, candidate Steven MacDonald responds: Please provide a concise biography of yourself.I have managed... Read more
On the issues: Rockland City Council Candidate Nathan Davis
Four candidates are competing for two open seats on the Rockland City Council, with elections set for Nov. 8. Both seats represent three-year terms. Those running for office are Nathan Davis, Adam Lachman, Steven MacDonald and Penelope York. Penobscot Bay Pilot has posed questions to each candidate, providing the opportunity for the public to better understand their positions on issues. Here, candidate Nathan Davis responds:
Please provide a concise biography of yourself.I grew up in New... Read more
district includes all of waldo county
On the issues: Senate District 11 candidate Glenn ‘Chip’ Curry
Penobscot Bay Pilot has posed questions to each candidate running for Maine State Legislature, providing the opportunity for the public to better understand their position on issues important to the state. Candidates responding with their individual written answers will have their responses stored in the Pilot’s 2022 Election Resource Guide.
Glenn ‘Chip’ Curry, a member of the Democratic party, is seeking election to represent Maine Senate District 11, which includes Belfast, Belmont, Brooks,... Read more
BROOKS, FRANKFORT, JACKSON, KNOX, MONROE, SWANVILLE, THORNDIKE, UNITY, WALDO
On the issues: House District 38 candidate Robyn Stanicki
Penobscot Bay Pilot has posed questions to each candidate running for Maine State Legislature, providing the opportunity for the public to better understand their position on issues important to the state. Candidates responding with their individual written answers will have their responses stored in the Pilot’s 2022 Election Resource Guide.
Robyn Stanicki, a member of the Democratic Party, is seeking election to represent Maine House District 38, which includes Brooks, Frankfort (partially),... Read more
district includes hope, union, warren
On the issues: House District 44 candidate Crystal Robinson
Penobscot Bay Pilot has posed questions to each candidate running for Maine State Legislature, providing the opportunity for the public to better understand their position on issues important to the state. Candidates responding with their individual written answers will have their responses stored in the Pilot’s 2022 Election Resource Guide.
Crystal Robinson, a member of the Republican Party, is seeking election to represent Maine House District 44, which includes Hope, Union and Warren. She... Read more
district includes belfast, belmont, northport
On the issues: House District 39 candidate Stephen Hemenway
Penobscot Bay Pilot has posed questions to each candidate running for Maine State Legislature, providing the opportunity for the public to better understand their position on issues important to the state. Candidates responding with their individual written answers will have their responses stored in the Pilot’s 2022 Election Resource Guide.
Stephen Hemenway, a Republican, is seeking election to represent Maine House District 39, which includes Belfast, Belmont and Northport.
Please... Read more
brooks, frankfort, jackson, knox, monroe, swanville, thorndike, unity, waldo
On the issues: House District 38 candidate Betsy Garrold
Penobscot Bay Pilot has posed questions to each candidate running for Maine State Legislature, providing the opportunity for the public to better understand their position on issues important to the state. Candidates responding with their individual written answers will have their responses stored in the Pilot’s 2022 Election Resource Guide.
Betsy Garrold, a member of the Green Party, is seeking election to represent Maine House District 38, which includes Brooks, Frankfort (partially),... Read more
district covers camden, rockport
On the issues: House District 41 candidate Victoria Doudera
Penobscot Bay Pilot has posed questions to each candidate running for Maine State Legislature, providing the opportunity for the public to better understand their position on issues important to the state. Candidates responding with their individual written answers will have their responses stored in the Pilot’s 2022 Election Resource Guide.
Victoria Doudera, a member of the Democratic Party, is seeking election to represent Maine House District 41, which includes Camden and Rockport.
Please... Read more
district includes Hope, Union, Warren
On the issues: House District 44 candidate William Pluecker
Penobscot Bay Pilot has posed questions to each candidate running for Maine State Legislature, providing the opportunity for the public to better understand their position on issues important to the state. Candidates responding with their individual written answers will have their responses stored in the Pilot’s 2022 Election Resource Guide.
William Pluecker, an unenrolled political candidate, is seeking election to represent Maine House District 44, which includes Hope, Union and Warren. He... Read more
INCLUDES ALL OF KNOX COUNTY, EXCEPT WASHINGTON & ISLE AU HAUT
On the issues: Senate District 12 candidate Scott Rocknak
Penobscot Bay Pilot has posed questions to each candidate running for Maine State Legislature, providing the opportunity for the public to better understand their position on issues important to the state. Candidates responding with their individual written answers will have their responses stored in the Pilot’s 2022 Election Resource Guide.
Scott Rocknak, a member of the Republican Party, is seeking election to represent Maine Senate District 12, which includes Appleton, Camden, Criehaven... Read more
Appleton, Islesboro, Liberty, Lincolnville, Montville, Morrill, Searsmont
On the issues: House District 40 candidate Stanley Paige Zeigler, Jr.
Penobscot Bay Pilot has posed questions to each candidate running for Maine State Legislature, providing the opportunity for the public to better understand their position on issues important to the state. Candidates responding with their individual written answers will have their responses stored in the Pilot’s 2022 Election Resource Guide.
Stanley Paige Zeigler, Jr., a member of the Democratic party, is seeking election to represent Maine House District 40, which includes Appleton, Islesboro... Read more
Cushing, Owls Head (part), South Thomaston, St. George, Thomaston
On the issues: House District 43 candidate Ann Higgins Matlack
Penobscot Bay Pilot has posed questions to each candidate running for Maine State Legislature, providing the opportunity for the public to better understand their position on issues important to the state. Candidates responding with their individual written answers will have their responses stored in the Pilot’s 2022 Election Resource Guide.
Ann Higgins Matlack, a member of the Democratic party, is seeking election to represent Maine House District 43, which includes Cushing, Owls Head (... Read more
Criehaven, Matinicus, Mussel Ridge, North Haven, Owls Head, Rockland
On the issues: House District 42 candidate Valli Geiger
Penobscot Bay Pilot has posed questions to each candidate running for Maine State Legislature, providing the opportunity for the public to better understand their position on issues important to the state. Candidates responding with their individual written answers will have their responses stored in the Pilot’s 2022 Election Resource Guide.
Valli Geiger, a member of the Democratic Party, is seeking election to represent Maine House District 42, which includes Criehaven, Matinicus Isle, Mussel... Read more
district includes all of knox county, except Washington & Isle au haut
On the issues: Senate District 12 candidate Anne ‘Pinny’ Beebe-Center
Penobscot Bay Pilot has posed questions to each candidate running for Maine State Legislature, providing the opportunity for the public to better understand their position on issues important to the state. Candidates responding with their individual written answers will have their responses stored in the Pilot’s 2022 Election Resource Guide.
Anne ‘Pinny’ Beebe-Center, a member of the Democratic Party, is seeking election to represent Maine Senate District 12, which includes Appleton, Camden,... Read more
district includes Palermo, Hibberts Gore, Somerville, China, Windsor
On the issues: House District 62 candidate Pamela Swift
Penobscot Bay Pilot has posed questions to each candidate running for Maine State Legislature, providing the opportunity for the public to better understand their position on issues important to the state. Candidates responding with their individual written answers will have their responses stored in the Pilot’s 2022 Election Resource Guide.
Pamela Swift, a member of the Democratic Party, is seeking election to represent Maine House District 62, which includes Waldo County’s Palermo, the... Read more
DISTRICT INCLUDES PALERMO, HIBBERTS GORE, SOMERVILLE, CHINA, WINDSOR
On the issues: House District 62 candidate Katrina Smith
Penobscot Bay Pilot has posed questions to each candidate running for Maine State Legislature, providing the opportunity for the public to better understand their position on issues important to the state. Candidates responding with their individual written answers will have their responses stored in the Pilot’s 2022 Election Resource Guide.
Katrina Smith, a member of the Republican Party, is seeking election to represent Maine House District 62, which includes Waldo County’s Palermo, the... Read more
letter to the editor
Thankful for all that Vicki Doudera has done, look forward to another term
Whether it's working diligently to bring faster internet to our towns, taking a hands on role attacking our affordable housing crisis, or tirelessly championing the protection of Maine's environment, Vicki Doudera has handled it all with aplomb.
Through her amicable and determined efforts, Vicki has already ensured that our state is a better place for the people, pets, and pollinators of Maine by proposing and passing myriad, bipartisan legislation inclusively addressing the needs of all... Read more
letter to the editor
Rockport voters should reject Select Board overreach
Tuesday, November 8, in-person Rockport Vvoters will be asked by the Select Board, in a 5:0 recommendation, to simplify the way Town Managers are hired in Warrant Article 9, altering the town’s charter, Article 3, Section 2: Appointment Process. Comparing the new language to the old, what currently takes more than 500 words is boiled down to a mere 150.
If you voted by absentee ballot you had time to read both versions and think about them, as you had with all 10 ballot questions. If you... Read more
letter to the editor
Heather ‘Betsy’ Garrold thanks voters in District 38 for taking the time to chat
In this final week of campaigning before the November 8 election I wanted to take a moment to thank all the voters in District 38 (Unity, Thorndike, Knox, Brooks, Waldo, Jackson, Monroe, Swanville and western Frankfort) for taking the time to chat with me at various events and at their own doors during this election season.
It has been an honor to speak with each and every one of you whether we agreed or disagreed.
As I have been saying to folks “you can’t represent people you haven’t met... Read more
letter to the editor
Voting to reelect Vicki Doudera Nov. 8
For the recent six years I served on the Camden Select Board I had many opportunities to work with Vicki Doudera.
Before she was elected to the District 94 seat in the Maine Legislature Vicki and I worked together on a number of town committees. She was volunteering her time working for the citizens of Camden years before she ran for political office.
There's no fame or fortune awarded to the citizens who volunteer for town committees - they do it simply to help make their town a better... Read more
letter to the editor
Wonder-twin powers activate; Rockland needs new blood
Rockland needs new blood. Young blood. Considering the age of the average Mainer, 40-somethings still qualify as young. Luckily for the denizens of Rockland, we have two experienced, highly motivated forty something candidates running for Rockland City Council.
Adam Lachman and Penelope York.
Adam has over a decade of experience securing millions of dollars for numerous Maine communities, including Rockland, during his tenure in the US Senate. He also rolls up his sleeves and... Read more
letter to the editor
In Europe, city infill housing constructed from shipping containers, prefabricated building materials
This letter is in response to the feeble efforts of Habitat for Humanity to house people; i.e,: Take the issue of the 10-plus acres on Talbot Street in Rockland where Habitat is building a few housing units.
For this project, Habitat destroyed a “natural environment” in the city that was the home of many fireflies and other helpful insects and wildlife; cities need pockets of nature to thrive. A city without the areas for nature is a city that does not support healthy human life…birds,... Read more
Adam Lachman has right temperament to serve on Rockland City Council
On November 8, I invite the citizens of Rockland to join me in voting Adam Lachman for the Rockland City Council.
As someone who has served as a member of the Rockland City Council, and also as a member of the city staff, I understand the importance of the temperament of the city council and the effect they have on the ability of our city staff to work on behalf of the public in a positive and efficient manner. Adam Lachman has the right temperament for the job.
Adam's diverse and... Read more
letter to the editor
Waldo County needs Todd Boisvert as its next Sheriff
I have over 20 years law enforcement experience, retired from a large sheriff's office, and most recently worked in post-retirement as a deputy for the Waldo County Sheriff's Office. My knowledge and experience give me a unique perspective of the Waldo County Sheriff's Office not available to the general public.
I believe there are significant issues within our Sheriff's Office that have been vastly ignored by Jason Trundy, the current Chief Deputy of Law Enforcement Operations, and that can... Read more
letter to the editor
Women and girls deserve to be champions in their own sport
Over 20 gathered recently for a rally to “Save Women’s Sports”, which took place at Rockland City Hall, directly before a candidates’ forum.
It was organized to highlight the refusal of incumbents Ann Matlack and Bill Pluecker to support a ban keeping biological men out of women’s sports, a bill sponsored by Republican Beth O’ Connor. Organizers hoped to raise the concern during the debate.
As a former competitive athlete who feels women should have the opportunity to be champions in... Read more
letter to the editor
Dodge for H.D. 39
As a long time Waldo County resident who is committed to addressing the impacts of climate change, I appreciate having Jan Dodge as my Representative in Augusta. Her understanding the importance of finding solutions to this problem is critical. We must have legislators who will follow the science and be willing to challenge the status quo in order to make meaningful progress.
Representative Dodge been open to learning about complex issues and taking thoughtful positions. Her receptivity to... Read more
letter to the editor
Vicki Doudera’s experience, concern for District 41 residents, interpersonal skills are strong combination of assets
My wife and I will be voting for Vicki Doudera on November 8 to represent District 41 (Camden and Rockport) in Augusta and this is why:
We’ve spent our professional lives working to protect public health and the environment. We are aware of the challenges facing public servants when they work to balance the range of interests in these areas. Running for her third two-year term, we believe Vicki is up to this task. During her first two terms, she has been a leader both locally and at the State... Read more
letter to the editor
Adam Lachman would be my first choice for Rockland City Council.
As colleague of Adam Lachman’s on the staff of Senator King, I can think of no better candidate for the Rockland City Council than Adam.
Adam has been the driver of statewide efforts supporting the forest and seafood economies, leading to industry growth and innovation for the future.
Adam has been the leader in bringing historic broadband funding to the State, driving economic development and business opportunity. His input on the bipartisan infrastructure bill assured Maine would... Read more
letter to the editor
Re-elect Paige Zeigler to the State House
Every Saturday for the last two winters I've watched Paige Zeigler hover over a splitter, or doggedly push a very full wheelbarrow, in order to help stock Waldo County's free wood pantry.
I've also had the pleasure of pounding nails with him, having him sincerely listen to my concerns and questions about legislation in Augusta (and then honestly responding), and seeing some of the results of his legislative work here in town.
I know he's been an active leader in the House. He's very much in... Read more
letter to the editor
I voted for Lydia Crafts and hope you will, too
My name is Chloe Maxmin. I am the outgoing State Senator for District 13, which includes all of Lincoln County (except for Dresden) plus the towns of Washington and Windsor. I write today in enthusiastic support of re-electing Representative Lydia Crafts for House District 46, which includes the towns of Bristol, Damariscotta, Monhegan, Newcastle, and Nobleboro. One of the greatest honors of my service has been working with Rep. Crafts. Not only is she exceedingly kind and generous to her... Read more
Join me in voting for Adam Lachman for Rockland City Council
Please join me in voting for Adam Lachman for Rockland City Council this November 8.
I was born in Rockland, grew up in the Midcoast, raised my family here, and work in the local community as a nurse.
I trust Adam's values and dedication to our city, and feel confident that Rockland would be well served by him. Adam is a person of incredible integrity and has an excellent work ethic.
Because of the time he has spent attending regular city council meetings and his work for Maine... Read more
letter to the editor
Why I am voting no on changes to Rockport Town Charter
I will be voting NO on both proposed amendments to the Rockport Town Charter (Articles 9 and 10 on the ballot).
Article 9 proposes to completely replace the section of the Charter regarding the appointment of a Town Manager. This proposal essentially removes the requirement for the Select Board to establish a search committee composed of citizens to work with the board during the process by changing the wording from “shall” to “may”.
Having served on the Select Board for seven years,... Read more
Adam Lachman is more than qualified for his aspiring position on Rockland City Council
When I was asked to write this letter of recommendation for Adam Lachman, it was a very easy decision to say yes.
Adam is heavily involved in our community, and is dedicated to coming up with new, innovative ideas for small businesses and those in the hospitality industry, like ourselves.
I admire Adam’s commitment to Rockland. He maintains a positive and energetic attitude, and has an extensive history in the political scene. With the knowledge that Adam has gained through his time in the... Read more
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Rockport Warrant articles 3 and 4 are ‘misguided effort to thwart will of voters expressed in citizens’ petitions’
We urge Rockport residents to vote no on Articles 3 and 4 in the upcoming election. These articles are a misguided effort to thwart the will of the voters expressed in the citizens’ petitions relating to the Rockport Harbor Hotel. Voters resoundingly approved these two petitions in August 2020, during the height of the pandemic.
One limited the hotel to 20 rooms, to reduce its potential impact on Rockport’s very small and largely residential downtown. The developer Stuart Smith originally... Read more
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There are three kinds of Republicans these days
I used to have spirited debates with Republicans. We had issues.
There are three kinds of Republicans these days.
First are those who have gone independent, have quietly left the party, and are voting their conscience and often for Democrats.
Second, there are those who will timidly not state their real opinion about what has happened to their party and to the candidates it puts forth.
Lastly, you have the party base which has gone over to the dark side of alternative facts, conspiracies,... Read more
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Chip Curry will continue to put community first
I am an artist, community organizer, and a co-founder of Veggies For All and Waldo County Bounty— both food security organizations. I have known Chip Curry for over a decade through the Unity College community, as a neighbor, and by serving together on Maine Community Foundation’s Waldo County Fund advisory board. In these settings and others, I have found Chip to be a consistently curious, gentle, and thoughtful person. While the ability to listen compassionately and think critically are... Read more
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Some Rockland City Councilors not following code of ethics
I'm writing to you as a concerned citizen of the City of Rockland.
There was a recent letter to the public from our Mayor/City Councilor Ed Glaser which clearly endorses Nate Davis in the upcoming election for city council.
When reading the letter I found it odd that this was something a sitting city council member was allowed to do. After doing some very brief research it came to my attention that it is, in fact, NOT allowed under the City of Rockland Code, Chapter 2, section 2-208... Read more
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Healthcare and the Candidates
On November 8, we get to decide who we want representing us in our local, state and federal government. Most of us, I think and hope, base those decisions on who we believe best represents the values, policies and future we want.
Having spent the last 48 years either working or volunteering in the healthcare, I like to share my opinion on which candidates can best move us toward the following key health goals:
1) Support the expanded Mainecare program, which provides healthcare insurance for... Read more
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Crystal Robinson needs your vote
Crystal Robinson knows the importance of limited government. She understands that personal liberty must be protected and maintained. This is the function of government, to preserve God given liberty.
Part of this is holding those who exercise unchecked power accountable. One of those being the pharmaceutical companies. They can act with impunity when they make vaccines. This is an abuse of power by elected and non-elected officials alike.
Hope for Maine comes when brave people... Read more
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Chip Curry is obvious choice for Maine State Senator
As a Republican who recently changed my party affiliation to Democratic, I am enthusiastically supporting Chip Curry for Maine State Senator representing Waldo County. Chip supported legislation that funded 55% of K-12 education costs and supported property tax relief for seniors.
As a senior and former educator these mean a lot to me. I also spent hours driving Chip around some towns in Waldo County as he went door to door campaigning. His willing to discuss any ideas people presented to him... Read more
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No one better suited to represent District 43 in Maine Legislature than Ann Matlack
Here are a few of the many reasons for a vote to return Ann Matlack to the Maine House of Representatives from District 43, Cushing, Owls Head, S. Thomaston, St. George and Thomaston.
Ann Matlack has had a passion for government and prepared herself for the job nearly all of her adult life. She obtained her master’s degree in Public Policy from the University of Southern Maine and since then has participated in community life at all levels such as the local school board, the St George Budget... Read more
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Vote out the socialist left
The time is upon us to decide whether to live under freedom or under the rule of those who want to rule our lives the way they want.
I would like to take this time and space to show you the Democrats outlook on what they think ours lives should be and that of the Republicans. These examples are of bills voted on by Democrats, some up for re-election like Glen Curry, Jan Dodge, Stanley Ziegler and others.
LD 967 An act to make possession of a schedule drug for personal use a civil penalty
LD... Read more
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Urge voters from Brooks to support Sen. Chip Curry in November election
I write to urge voters from the Town of Brooks to support Sen. Chip Curry in the upcoming November election.
Chip supports property tax relief. Under the last four years of the previous administration, municipal revenue sharing for Brooks averaged $53,000 annually.
Under the first four years of the current administration, municipal revenue sharing averaged $132,000 annually. Chip will fight to keep municipal revenue sharing at current levels.
Chip supports broadband internet access to... Read more
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Reelect Bill Pluecker so he can continue to serve District 44 and Maine effectively
Rep. Bill Pluecker has represented the towns of Appleton, Hope, Warren, and part of Union at the State House for the last four years. This district (now 44) has been reconfigured to include Hope, Union, and Warren.
Rep. Pluecker has served as an energetic contributor to the Agriculture, Conservation, and Forestry Committee and the Criminal Justice and Public Safety Committee. Legislation he has sponsored secured a pay raise for State Prison staff to improve recruitment and retention,... Read more
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No better person to represent our district in Maine Senate than Pinny Beebe-Center
When I first met Pinny Beebe-Center 16 years ago, I was a young mother and vegetable farmer, busily delivering vegetables to Rockland farm members every weekend. Pinny was the reliable volunteer who would show up every Sunday after church to gather surplus vegetables from me to bring to the AIO food pantry.
I had heard of Pinny, and I didn't understand how someone already so busy within the community still carved out time to support the food pantry during her few free weekend hours. But, as I... Read more
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Robyn Stanicki will be a strong, savvy advocate for health care
Running for office in these politically charged times is daunting. Candidates must galvanize citizens who are exhausted, frustrated and angry about the endless partisan fighting. Robyn Stanicki has inspired me and given me hope for the future.
I am volunteering for Robyn Stanicki because I believe she honestly cares about Mainers and she knows how to get things done. She has had first-hand experience with the economic and social welfare struggles many of us experience. Her heart is with us and... Read more
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Choice is clear: Dodge for House District 39
You have a choice to make on November 8. Jan Dodge is running for reelection to the Maine State House representing Belfast, Belmont, and Northport. Dodge has knocked on over 3,000 doors talking to many constituents about their issues and concerns. As one of her drivers on her door-to-door campaign, I saw for myself the knowledge and active listening that Jan brings to her work. She has already served two terms in the Maine State House and is ready to continue to serve at a high level on day... Read more
Jan Dodge is a high-energy dynamo working for betterment of District 39
I hope you will join me in voting for Jan (Janice) Dodge for House District 39’s representative. This district encompasses Belfast, Northport and Belmont.
I’ve known Jan since the early 1970s when she was a student in my seventh grade classroom. Then, as now, Jan was a bright and involved member of the class community, always offering comments and opinions. She was not a shy child! Now, Jan is doing a most admirable job as a member of the Maine House of Representatives for the last two... Read more
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MaryAnne Kinney will make wise decisions with us, for us
Our government requires moral, upright, knowledgable people who will make sound decisions for the common good of our people and our society. MaryAnne Kinney has all these qualities in great quantities. She has represented us well in the Maine Legislature for the past eight years, and would like to extend her service to Waldo County by becoming our State Senator for Disrict 11.
Having a college degree in agriculture and being a farmer, her decisions as a member of the Agriculture and Inland... Read more
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Crystal Robinson is articulate, down to earth and genuine
I support Crystal Robinson, Candidate for House District 44. She is so articulate and yet down to earth and genuine with a huge heart. People can’t help but love her for who she is and not care about what party she is under.
The other day her name came up in conversation with praise and the someone said to me yes but isn’t she running as a Republican? I said, you know I used to vote party line Democrat but those days are gone. I will never vote party line again. I will do the work to... Read more
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Why I'm voting for my mom, Crystal Robinson
When my mom was 12, she got her first horse, Penny, and began to ride from her house in Thomaston, all the way to Wottons Mill Road in Union.
To say that she knows the towns of Hope, Union and Warren is an understatement: She went from exploring them on horseback in the 1960s and 70s, to knocking on every door in the district this year while running for office.
Growing up with limited resources made my mom realize that she was in charge of her own life at an early age. As the oldest of five... Read more
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Vote for Vicki Doudera
I am writing to support the re-election of Vicki Doudera to a third term representing House District 94 (Camden and Rockport) in the Maine Legislature. She is a member of the important Environment and Natural Resources Committee, and we need to keep her in that important position.
Vicki has sponsored 12 bills, including one to to exempt firefighters from paying the excise tax on the vehicles they use to respond to fire calls and another to require consideration of climate and equity impacts... Read more
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Why Waldo County Sheriff’s Department needs new blood
When the candidates Todd Boisvert (R) and Jason Trundy (D) debated in Searsmont on Wednesday October 12, it became crystal clear that Waldo County Sherriff’s Department NEEDS fresh blood, which equals Todd Boisvert!
It is very interesting that Jason Trundy and his “old boys” network do not explain why he decided to turn Democrat. Is it because he does not believe in the Constitution? Is it because he believes in defunding the police and letting crime and drug dealing (already at an all-time... Read more
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Vote for MaryAnne Kinney
We have two individuals running for the Maine State Senate in District 11 who offer very different views of how we, the voters, should be represented. Both have established a record for themselves that should be a deciding factor when we vote in November. Character counts as well along with experience in state government.
Having known MaryAnne Kinney for many years both in the community, personally, and by paying attention to her voting record it is easy to report on her qualities: she is... Read more
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We need to have Pinny Beebe-Center representing District 12 in the Maine Senate
We're voting for Pinny Beebe-Center for Maine Senate District 12 and we want to encourage all District 12 voters to join us in supporting Pinny.
Full Disclosure: We are close friends of Pinny and know first-hand her dedication to public service from our work with her on Knox County Homeless Coalition and Restorative Justice Project Maine matters.
During her three terms in the Maine Legislature and over the course of her public service career, Pinny has learned that communities solve... Read more
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Vote Stanley Paige Zeigler for Maine House District 40
Stanley Paige Zeigler is running for a third term to represent us in the seven towns in of District 40. He has been an active leader in the Maine House, sponsoring many bills which directly benefit residents, and which have helped to create a bipartisan vision for Maine’s future.
Last year, Paige sponsored LD 1659, An Act to Create the Maine Clean Energy and Sustainability Accelerator. This legislation addresses the $4 billion that Maine spends each year to import fossil fuels and the fact... Read more
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Vote for Golden
District 2 voters have a clear choice of who will represent us in Congress. We can continue moving forward by re-electing Jared Golden, who supports voting rights, reproductive freedom, veterans, expanded healthcare, Medicare, Social Security, infrastructure improvements, green energy transition, and environmental protection.
The Jared Golden who continues to cosponsor bills that help our loggers, lobster fisheries, shipbuilding, and other employers. The Jared Golden who meets with... Read more
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Actions speak far louder than words, is especially true in political realm
As a gay millennial and Crystal’s son, I used to be a full-on Bernie fan. His was the only campaign I ever donated to. I have been educating myself more on American history, the Constitution, and current affairs over the past few years. I have far more insight now into how state and federal governments operate and I’m realizing it’s extremely crucial to elect people who truly have our best interests at heart.
I support voting for Crystal not because she’s my mother, but because she is fair,... Read more
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Vote for Chip and help Maine continue to be a great place to live and work
I am supporting Chip Curry and feel Waldo County needs him to return to the Maine Senate.
Chip’s support for the legislation related to the PFAa threat directly affects rural communities like mine that use wells for our drinking water and crop irrigation.
His support for the following is very important: Encouraging Renewable Energy Sources that will help the state be more energy independent and help create more jobs for Mainers. Expanding opportunities for Mainers to enter the Construction... Read more
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Re-elect Rep. Doudera to the Maine House of Representatives
I am writing in support of Vicki Doudera’s re-election as Representative for Maine’s House District 41. (Camden and Rockport) For over twenty years I’ve observed that Vicki is thoughtful, respectful, fair, reliable and energetic. She brings these qualities to whatever she focuses her attention on. We in District 41 are fortunate to have her as our state representative. In politics, in business and in life, ability, character and experience matter.
She is the kind of community leader that... Read more
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Give Adam Lachman a shot as Rockland City Councilor
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 with this letter I propose we give Adam Lachman a shot as councilor in the November election.
I have three reasons for this recommendation.
First, as Director of Economic and Innovation Policy for U.S. Senator Angus King, he has extensive relationships with. and knowledge of, local, state and federal institutions, and... Read more
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Support Bill Pluecker to represent Maine House District 44
We are writing to express our enthusiastic support for Bill Pluecker's campaign to represent Maine House District 44.
Bill has been a terrific representative since going to Augusta two terms ago; he is responsive to constituent questions, forthcoming about his thoughts and positions, and willing to seek practical solutions to the problems we face in our communities.
He is leading in addressing the environmental crisis of PFAs that has hit our state hard, which is important to us because... Read more
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Return Betty Johnson to the Waldo County Commissioners’ Court
On November 8, I am voting for Betty Johnson for Waldo County Commissioner.
District 1 comprises Belfast, Belmont, Islesboro, Morrill, Northport, Lincolnville, and Waldo.
I moved to Northport in 2010 and by 2012 was engaged in the political arena at municipal, county, and state levels in large measure due to Betty’s persuasive ways. Betty is seeking a fourth term as County Commissioner.
I am convinced that she is the best person for the job with her vast experience and dedication and... Read more
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Vote with facts and values
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 mailers attacking my opponent, Abden Simmons, have been sent to Senate District 13 voters.
[District 13 encompasses all of Lincoln County, plus the town of Washington, in Knox County, and Windsor, in Kennebec County]
As a parent, educator, and graduate of our local schools, I’ve also found it disturbing to... Read more
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Support Steven MacDonald for Rockland City Council
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 Director for 22 years. During that time, he filled in as Director of Public Works and Director of Solid Waste (dump and landfill) to help out the City when those directors left. Steve knows the workings of the City. He has successfully managed two million dollar budgets for the City, to 10 million dollar budgets for out-of-state waste water plants... Read more
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Voters have right to know if a candidate would outlaw sex change surgery, irreversible drug therapy for minors
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 grew up, to have time to raise my children. Fifteen years later, librarians still tell me they remember me giving lessons to my three preschool kids daily at the Camden Library.
My first law job was for a New York legislator named Eric Vitaliano. He told me his legislative priorities were kids and older people: “You... Read more
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