Elections 2024: Candidates, referendums, local warrants

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PenBayPilot.com has circulated questions to the two candidates, Elise S. Brown, D-Liberty, and Timothy Allen Parker, Jr., R-Unity, who are competing for one open seat on the Waldo County Commission representing District 3. That seat that is being vacated by Amy Fowler. District 3 comprises Brooks, Burnham, Freedom, Knox, Liberty, Montville, Morrill, Palermo, Searsmont, Troy, Thorndike and Unity.    

The three-member Commission has one other open seat representing District 2,… Read more

PenBayPilot.com has circulated questions to candidates seeking office in Midcoast Senate and House District. As candidates return their responses, we are posting them on the Pilot's front page, and then they will reside on the Elections 2024 Voter Resource Page, which also includes letters, opinions, stories about state and local referendum questions, and more.… Read more

In Knox County, nine out of 13 Democratic candidates on the ballot are women. Democrats across the nation are fielding more women for office including president. Men simply don’t know and some clearly don’t care what women need from wages to housing to healthcare to education to childcare and retirement. 

 In every category, men in charge continue to short-change and exploit every sex including the fairer sex. 

That’s right. We are more fair, just, honest,… Read more

Please join me in voting for Gordon Page for Knox County Commissioner for District 3. 

I served with Gordon on the Owls Head Select Board for five years, some of those years as our chair. He has proven to be a great leader. 

His professionalism in any job he undertakes is a great asset. He has the experience to serve us as our next Knox County commissioner. He stepped up to serve as interim President/CEO of the Pen Bay Chamber of Commerce and as Knox County… Read more

This fall, with voters weary of negative political campaigns, there is one candidate whose character and integrity are beyond reproach and stand in stark relief to the rest- Scott Cuddy. Smear tactics and untruths told by the opposition cannot change that or dim the promise of Cuddy.

Let me tell you why Scott has my vote. I admire Cuddy’s voting record from his two terms as a former State Representative, which proves that he works well with others and will continue… Read more

PenBayPilot.com has circulated questions to the two candidates, Gordon Page, I-Owls Head, and Marc Ratner, D-Camden, who are vying for one open seat on the Knox County Commission representing District 3. That seat that is being vacated by Sharyn L. Pohlman. District 3 comprises Camden, Hope, Isle au Haut, Matinicus Isle Plantation, North Haven, Owls Head, Rockport,… Read more

PenBayPilot.com has circulated questions to the two candidates, Gordon Page, I-Owls Head, and Marc Ratner, D-Camden, who are vying for one open seat on the Knox County Commission representing District 3. That seat that is being vacated by Sharyn L. Pohlman. District 3 comprises Camden, Hope, Isle au Haut, Matinicus Isle Plantation, North Haven, Owls Head, Rockport, Vinalhaven the Unorganized Territories of Criehaven and… Read more

David Statman is running for the one City Council seat up for grabs in Rockland this year. 

According to a news release: "Statman would bring to City Council rich experience in organizational governance, community service, and true leadership. If elected, he would be the only senior serving on the Council in a city in which nearly half the residents are over age 50 (and all currently serving Councilors are under 50)."

The release continued:

"Statman is an engaged… Read more

I want to vote for someone instead of against someone. 

  I live in District 37, and Reagan Paul is our House Representative. She sponsored five bills. Two would have hurt Mainers but thankfully didn't make it out of committee; they were voted “Ought Not to Pass”. 

One of them, LD 1557, would have allowed anyone with a concealed weapon permit to carry a concealed weapon onto school grounds. As a grandparent of two school age children this preposterous idea… Read more

Waldo County is fortunate to have an outstanding candidate running for the Maine State Senate who is experienced, level-headed, and responsive.  As a former state legislator, I know that Robert Meyer’s impressive track record will make him ready on “day one” as an effective leader for the people of Waldo County. 

Bob is one of us, living in Searsport with his wife, Cathy, and have three children and eight grandchildren. He is a retired U.S. Air Force Officer & KC-135… Read more

I didn't realize the next time we would see each other would be at the alter. We were just engaged, when in November 1986, Ray Thombs, took his oath as he enlisted in the Air Force. He went through boot camp and Tech School, all the while writing letters and a quick two-minute call once in awhile was all we had.

Ray’s training was in power and communication. His first assignment was at McGuire Air Force Base with the 1998th Combat Communications Squadron. Little did I know as his wife… Read more

PenBayPilot.com has circulated questions to candidates seeking office in Midcoast Senate and House District. As candidates return their responses, we are posting them on the Pilot's front page, and then they will reside on the Elections 2024 Voter Resource Page, which also includes letters, opinions, stories about state and local referendum questions, and more.… Read more

PenBayPilot.com has circulated questions to candidates seeking office in Midcoast Senate and House District. As candidates return their responses, we are posting them on the Pilot's front page, and then they will reside on the Elections 2024 Voter Resource Page, which also includes letters, opinions, stories about state and local referendum questions, and more.… Read more

The Knox County Democratic Committee recently held its 18th Annual Lobster Bake under blue skies and a vibrant air of optimism and joy.

Over 230 guests were treated to a fantastic lobster dinner with all the trimmings, prepared and cooked by a dedicated and hardworking team of 35 volunteers.

Before sharing their insights and remarks, Congresswoman Chellie Pingree, Maine Sect. of State Bellows, and Maine Attorney General Frey were joined by state legislators Beebe-Center,… Read more

As our election draws closer, I wanted to take the time to write a letter on behalf of Mike Ray, candidate for State Representative for Appleton, Islesboro, Liberty, Lincolnville, Montville, Morrill, and Searsmont. I believe Mike will the best person to serve our communities as our District 40 representative in Augusta.

For the past several years Paige Zeigler has worked for our district as a concerned and active legislator. Often out in these communities, Paige was present for his… Read more

As a member of the RSU 22 school board, I am writing to express my enthusiastic support for Reagan Paul’s reelection to the Maine House of Representatives. In my role on the school board, I have seen firsthand the challenges our education system faces, and I believe Reagan is exactly the kind of leader we need to address these issues head-on.

Maine’s education ranking has recently fallen to 37th in the nation—a troubling sign that our students are not receiving the quality of education… Read more

Reading the national news as you sip your first cup can be enough to send you back to bed! Conflict and hardcore partisanship dominate the conversation. Don’t we deserve better from our federal representatives? While we may make calls or write letters, we wonder if our voices are heard. 

We have an opportunity here in Rockland to fare better than the national scene  by electing a City Councilor who values your voice and the importance of community. David Statman has invested… Read more

PenBayPilot.com has circulated questions to candidates seeking office in Midcoast Senate and House District. As candidates return their responses, we are posting them on the Pilot's front page, and then they will reside on the Elections 2024 Voter Resource Page, which also includes letters, opinions, stories about state and local referendum questions, and more.… Read more

Voting for change can be hard. Sometimes it is easier to stick with a familiar name or someone you know.

In House District 45, we have a chance to choose a new course by electing Jennifer Stone from Waldoboro to represent Bremen, Friendship, Louds Island, Waldoboro, and Washington.

I have spoken with Stone and feel like she understands how difficult it is for families right now. Whether it is the high cost of groceries, fuel, rentals, or the lack of health care at so many levels… Read more

Over two years ago a beautiful, bright young lady came to our home for a visit. Her name is Reagan Paul and she was running for representative of Maine District 37. Having been very much up on politics, I fired off many questions to see what her response would be. I was amazed then and continue to be so today on her ability to fully research a subject and sit down with anyone in her district to thoughtfully and factually discuss the issue.

It is particularly relevant at this time in… Read more

We are so fortunate to have Elise Brown as a member of the Liberty community.  She has served our community as a firefighter and an EMT and as our appointed Emergency Management Director for many years.  She is also part of our newly formed committee to decide on the future of our Walker Elementary School.  

Elise is the calm, competent, knowledgeable, kind, and steadfast person you want working along with you in any area.  I know she will bring all of that and… Read more

District 37 voters face a clear choice between Scott Cuddy and the incumbent. Scott has a strong record from his four years in the Legislature, delivering meaningful results for his district. As a member of the Energy, Utilities, and Technology (EUT) Committee, he tackled complex technical issues with skill and commitment. Over his tenure, Scott sponsored 29 bills, focusing on protecting labor laws, reducing consumer costs, and strengthening the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (… Read more

Maine voters will consider five state questions on the Nov. 5 ballot. Three of them ask that Maine borrow money to fund various proposals, all totaling $82,875,000. Question 1 relates to political action committees spending limits, and Question 5 asks voters to approve a new state flag design.

The questions follow:

QUESTION 1: A citizen’s petition to limit contributions to Political Action Committees. 

If approved by voters, this Act will… Read more

As election season is upon us, we need to weigh our options and make a choice, not choose a side. Two strong factors in my decision making include finding a candidate who respects each and every individual and can see the way forward toward a bright future for everyone in our region.

The candidate I choose will not impose a belief structure but will embrace people from all walks of life and ideas from multiple perspectives. Scott Cuddy supports  a women’s right to make decisions… Read more

Elections are about many things but are always about one thing. As James Carville’s saying goes, “It’s the Economy, Stupid!” That’s why I’m voting for Steve Ellis for State House Representative in District 38 ((Waldo, Knox, Thorndike, Unity, Brooks, Jackson, Swanville, Monroe and part of Frankfort). 

With Waldo County Hospital threatening to close its maternity ward and Mainers across the land struggling for health care, Steve’s promise to work toward universal coverage is vital… Read more

For those who already know Gordon Page, you also know how fortunate we are to have him as our neighbor these past 25 years.  

He's the sort of respectful neighbor who always has a friendly word, who looks out for us all, whether it's by placing a courteous reminder to drivers that folks might be walking right around that bend, or offering to help re-hang public signage, downed by the last wind storm, or re-securing a toppled mail-box the snow plow bumped.  He's available… Read more

In a Sept. 24 news release, Rockland City Council member Nicole Kalloch said she will run again for office.

“During my time on council and as Mayor, I am proud to have worked with my fellow councilors and our hardworking city staff to strengthen Rockland’s future and to increase economic opportunity for all Rockland residents, while protecting city taxpayers, especially seniors and those in our community already facing hardship,” said  Kalloch, in the release. “Over the past few… Read more