Dear Editor:

Just went to my first party hosted for the Wiscasset Democrats. There was a lot of electricity in the room between candidates, organizers, and supporters. When Republican…

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I had the privilege of driving Rep. Holly Stover as she knocked on doors in South Bristol this week. The experience of riding and chatting…

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The new leadership we’ve had on Wiscasset's Selectboard this past year has shown us a lot about what new energy can bring to our town without disrupting the historic framework…

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The modest proposal for the expansion of the Recreational Pier would certainly be a positive move in the right direction for the growth and development of…

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As I look at the field of candidates for the Selectboard, I see that Wiscasset has an opportunity to move forward with three fine young professionals—Sarah Whitfield, Wallace…

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I am writing today to endorse the nomination of Representative Holly Stover to return to Augusta as the Democratic State Representative for House District 48 (Boothbay,…

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In my time in Wiscasset, I’ve seen a lot of change. Some good, some not so good. What I have seen is a need for accountability, maintenance and "Think before you act.”…

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The Wiscasset waterfront and deep harbor is one of our town’s greatest assets, and a source of pride. We have an opportunity to create exactly what this town needs for our…

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Wiscasset is a very complex town financially and population wise and those we elect must be committed to the taxpayers of the town. As a former Selectman, I understand the…

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I write today to endorse Cameron Reny for Senate District 13. Having served four years in the Legislature--and two as our State Senator--I know that Cameron will represent our…

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I am writing to let your readers and my patients know that I will be retiring from orthopedic practice at LincolnHealth on Aug. 1. This has been a very difficult decision,…

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This year we have five candidates running for three seats on the select board. We are lucky to have people ready to commit to the time and energy that is required to be a good…

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I have a suggestion to make. If you’re going to display a Ukrainian flag, please also display an American flag. American men and women…

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We, present and past Wiscasset Select Board members endorse the candidacy of William (Bill) Maloney for selectman.

Bill has extensive experience in municipal affairs.…

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Bill Maloney is running for Wiscasset Select Board on a platform of fiscal responsibility as well as the protection of the historic charm and character of Wiscasset.

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The energetic Bill Maloney of Wiscasset is well known to enjoy a full grasp of any situation put before him. Bill is thoroughly acquainted and eminently qualified to deal with…

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I am writing on behalf of the members of Pan Fried Steel to express our wholehearted thank you to the Opera House at Boothbay Harbor for hosting us at Caribbean Night last…

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At Selectboard meetings throughout the past year, there were a number of discussions relating to expenditures which left me concerned with the effect on our property taxes. It…

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Bill Maloney has served as chair of the budget committee for two years. This makes him uniquely qualified to guide our town over the next two years and beyond!

He’s a…

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Edgecomb needs public access to the water. There is a nice piece for sale on the Shore Road. It was looked at several years ago when the selectmen thought it could be taken…

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As the Lincoln County Television (LCTV) board president, I feel gratified that so many of our local select boards have chosen once again to provide support for LCTV, our…

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Anyone who has been paying attention to state government news and reading her thoughtful essays in the Boothbay Register knows what an outstanding job Chloe Maxmin has done…

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There are many attractive ideas in the White’s Island proposal. But I am on the Budget Committee and I plan to vote No on the current proposal. My reasons are listed below. I…

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To the citizens of Wiscasset:

While I have enjoyed my time on the Selectboard, I am not running for reelection. I have now spent a total of 14 years on town business;…

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Recently saw an advertisement in one of the local newspapers for The Wiscasset Community Center Gun Show coming up in April. Is this what our tax dollars to the Community…

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With utility rates skyrocketing, many Mainers are struggling to keep the heat and lights on. Unfortunately, LD 318, "An Act to Provide…

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The Wiscasset Waterfront Committee was awarded a Shore and Harbor Grant in 2020 to study the feasibility of expanding Recreational (Memorial) Pier…

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Edgecomb has funds set aside in a fund to buy and improve public access to the water.

The town has miles of shore property but no public access. The Woodend fund was…

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On Friday, March 25, the day before Alna’s annual town meeting, Alna residents will have the opportunity to reelect our 1st Select Board member, Ed Pentaleri, to a 2-year term…

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After a multi-year pause, the Town of Alna will hold its annual town meeting in person Saturday, March 26th at 10am at the Alna Volunteer Fire Department. The warrant for the…

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Amanda Gorman recently wrote a “guest essay” in the New York Times, titled “I almost didn’t read my poem at the Inauguration.”

The reason why she almost didn’t is…

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There’s some information that Boothbay school officials need to know before they start spending money on the generator that recently…

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The current hunt for “the bird” has reminded me of a very special previous outdoor winter adventure here in the Boothbay Region. Nancy and Peter…

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I m writing today to ask why no one has offered to buy Big Al’s? I think that there have been so many other management companies and private people buying businesses I thought…

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The climate crisis is an existential threat that will define Maine’s future. According to the Maine Climate Council, Maine is exceptionally vulnerable to the impacts of…

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I have been a resident of Wiscasset for 17 years. I have always found it convenient that the town garage has a sand and salt mixture available for the residents to use during…

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Last session, the Maine Legislature took many steps to remove the undue influence of money in elections. From banning corporate campaign contributions and cleaning up our PAC…

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Jan. 6 is the one-year anniversary of a violent insurrection. The investigation continues and we have yet to serve justice on all those who plotted, funded, and encouraged…

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Commercial fishing, in particular, lobster fishing is an integral part of our local community and the economy of our state. This way of life is being threatened by new…

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It's been quite a year for the Keepers of Burnt Island Light having hosted two major celebrations that honored the lighthouse's 200th Anniversary - one on Aug. 19 and the…

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We’re reflecting on a Letter to the Editor dated Dec. 2, 2021 written by David Pope, a Wiscasset resident. We would like to thank David for his insight and candor regarding…

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To friends and family of The Lincoln Home:

This year we celebrate 95 years of serving seniors and our Lincoln County community. Our dedicated staff and Board of…

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Maine’s 126,842 military veterans and active-duty service members are at risk of being targeted by scammers. According to a new…

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For 227 years Alna has elected a first, second, and third selectman to manage our affairs.

…

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Article 4 on Alna’s Dec. 14 referendum ballot would change the terms and equalize the responsibilities of Alna’s selectboard members. While some opponents have suggested that…

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On Dec. 14, the citizens of Alna will be asked to make changes to the structure of our town government that has worked well for over 200 years. This very important decision…

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I have lived in many places with a variety of local governments. I have lived in cities where a city councilor I probably didn’t know represented me. I have lived in rural…

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I have been listening and reading about the proposed changes to the governing of the town of Alna.  I don’t understand the rush to make these changes especially at a time when…

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At the recent hearing on the proposed change in Alna town government, I asked the question: Under the proposed new form of town government, would there be a select board…