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Jan Dodge has such a joyful, powerful gift for connecting with people and getting things done. She’s been endorsed by;

  • Maine Education Association (representing teachers & school…
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I am a voter from Freedom and wholly support Elise Brown who is running for Western Waldo County's District 3 County Commissioner.

I first met Elise at an event…

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Maine Senator Chip Curry is running for reelection in Senate District 11 in Waldo County.  He has held this seat since 2020 when he assumed office and is doing a…

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Ok, Dems, my tolerance for your foolishness has evaporated.  

Your dominance of the Maine State House and political process has been productive for you, your success…

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In Belfast, I’ve gone to a lot of meetings and worked on committees that focus on ways to be more sustainable both economically and environmentally. Representative Jan Dodge, who represents the…

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This election season, voters in Maine House District 38, which includes Brooks, Waldo, Swanville, Jackson, Monroe, Knox, Thorndike, Unity and western Frankfort, have an exciting choice in…

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I’ve had the privilege of knowing Ray Thombs for 21 years, and in that time, he has exemplified genuine leadership and selflessness. Ray’s strength, humility, and commitment to truth are…

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I’m proud to cast my vote for Steve Ellis to represent State House District 38 (Unity, Thorndike, Jackson, western Frankfort, Monroe, Knox, Brooks, Swanville, and Waldo).

I find Steve…

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I'm writing in support of Mike Ray, who is running to represent House District 40. The included towns are  Appleton, Islesboro, Liberty, Lincolnville, Montville, Morrill and Searsmont…

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What do freedom and security mean to you? 

Freedom to choose what you do with your body? Freedom to choose who you love and when or if you have children? Freedom to care for a newborn child…

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I have known Marc Ratner for about a decade and plan to vote for him enthusiastically in November as our next Knox County Commissioner. Marc’s public safety background, extensive experience with…

I'm writing to urge the voters of House District 37 to join me in protecting the autonomy of women and vote for Scott Cuddy as our State Representative. The towns in this district are…

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I cannot accept what America may become if the likes of Reagan Paul wins her election. I strongly believe in the founding father's vision: Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness for all of us…

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Abortion is a very difficult subject for a lot of women. Unfortunately, it's not for men. With all the controversy surrounding “Roe versus Wade” and other commentary about who should get an…

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As this election season unfolds, some Republicans have contended that while they find Trump to be morally and ethically reprehensible, they will still hold their noses and vote the Republican…

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I am writing to support David Statman’s candidacy for City Council in Rockland.

The first time I met David and his wife Melissa was around sesven years ago while volunteering at the…

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I recently read a letter in the PenBay Pilot from Tracy Thombs, the wife of Ray Thombs who is running for the state to represent Hope, Union, and Warren.

What struck me…

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When we cast our vote, we’re choosing the kind of leadership we want to guide us. Positive leadership stands for hope, unity, and a commitment to progress. It’s about leaders who listen, who value…

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Growing up, my dad, Ray Thombs, was always my hero — and still is. I loved hearing stories of his first job washing dishes, or the pride he took in painting racing stripes on his 1972 VW Bug…

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A few days ago in Camden, I attended one of the public contact sessions conducted by the Megunticook River Citizens Advisory Committee, to inform the public about options to remove…

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Thank you, Lynda, for covering the ordinance changes scheduled for Nov. 5 in Rockport

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Quite simply, Scott Rocknak is a…

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Transparency in governance is…

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Voters in House District 38 (Brooks, Knox, Jackson, Monroe, Swanville, Thorndike, Unity, Waldo, and western Frankfort) have a clear choice for…

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I'm writing in support of Mike Ray…

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As election season approaches, it's…

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With the official Maine early…

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 As someone who has been directly…

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I moved to Maine just over 10 years…

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Maine is in a critical juncture in…

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As Mainers living in a mostly rural…

Our good friend, Laura Baker, is a…

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I live in the beautiful town of…

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I want to share an insight of who Jamie Hopkins is as a person. I was fortunate to meet Jamie in the capacity of a caregiver and a child care provider for a family member.  Immediately, her gentle…

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I'm writing to tell you why the citizens of Union, Warren and Hope should elect Ray Thombs for their State Representative.

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Elise Brown’s experience running her own business, being an EMT, firefighter, a fire chief, and currently the Emergency Manager in…

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I’m writing to share why I believe Elise Brown is the best choice for Waldo County Commissioner in District 3.

Although I don’t live in Waldo County and can’t vote for her, I’ve worked…

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The future of Maine’s economy needs policy makers who value civic participation and investment in our public institutions, like…

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Dedicated. Caring. Involved. These three words best describe Ryan Harnden, of Belfast, who is running for re-election to the RSU 71…

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As we celebrate 25 years of caring for our community, the Knox Clinic’s Dental Program stands as a testament to the power of compassion and connection. What started in 2001 as a small service for…

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I am writing to express my appreciation for the efforts of Representative Vicki Doudera in supporting local businesses and manufacturing in Maine. Her recent actions have demonstrated a genuine…

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I met Gordon Page six years ago, and I couldn’t be happier to…

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In preparation for writing this letter, I glanced back at my email correspondence with Valli Geiger.

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When my husband and I decided to retire to Maine, we weren’t sure which town would be best for us. So we bought a small house in…

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I have diligently voted in 14 presidential elections since 1968, and countless other local, state and federal races. Over those fifty…

opinion: Why does Camden need a preservation code?
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This November election, Camden can take a huge step forward in preserving town history and character by voting yes on Article 7: a nonbinding advisory vote that is the community’s opportunity to…

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Knox County needs elected leaders who truly understand the scope and responsibility of their position. The county needs elected leadership that…