All posts by The Forecaster
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Superintendent’s Notebook: Don’t stop believin’ (in student potential)
Some people succeed in life despite being branded as low achievers in school. But they’re the exception. More typically, if schools set low expectations for...
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Letter: Support Sandlin in House District 44
As November’s election approaches, I am impressed with Sarah Sandlin, Republican candidate for the House of Representatives in Falmouth District 44. A Maine native, Sarah...
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Letter: Breen listens well and works hard
I remember when Cathy Breen knocked on our door in Yarmouth early in her first state Senate campaign. I was surprised much later when I...
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Letter: Mills leads in fight against addictions
As many Mainers have struggled with addiction over the past years, Janet Mills has led the fight for providing the lifesaving drug Narcan to law-enforcement...
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Letter: Will Collins seize the opportunity to lead?
U.S. Sen. Susan Collins voted to support tax cuts for the rich with hollow assurances that the cost of the Republican plan would not impact...
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Letter: Cooper is the choice for Yarmouth rep
Without hesitation, we support the re-election of state Rep. Janice Cooper in House District 47. In today’s political environment, it is critically important to have...
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Letter: Moody fails to see value of immigration
I appreciated Edgar Allen Beem’s piece reminding us that we are a country of immigrants and that they contribute to this country in many positive...
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Letter: Scarborough School Board candidate urges nonpartisanship
The Scarborough Board of Education election has incredible significance. Voters will often make their ballot decisions along party lines; after all, this is why we...
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Letter: Read for Scarborough Board of Education
I was pleased to read that Emily Read is a candidate for a one-year term on the Scarborough School Board. I came to know Emily...
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Letter: Councilor favors advisory vote on Scarborough TIF
Is Scarborough putting the proverbial cart before the horse? A case of ready, fire, aim rather than ready, aim, fire? We are still in the...
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Letter: Kavanaugh nomination threatens women
I am in my 90s and have seen women for all these years battling for their rights. It is of grave concern to me that...
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Letter: Blame the Republicans in South Portland
Victoria Morales, the Democratic socialist candidate in House District 33, will be occupying the seat essentially unopposed. South Portland Republicans were not able to identify...
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Letter: Reasons to send Mills to Blaine House
We recently attended an event to meet and learn more about Janet Mills, the Democratic candidate for governor, and want to share what we learned:...
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Letter: Breen helps a constituent get action
When I reached out to District 25 state Sen. Cathy Breen, D-Falmouth, to share our family’s story and ask for help, she jumped into action....
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Letter: Morales for state rep in South Portland
Democrat Victoria Morales is the right choice for House District 33 in South Portland. An innovative small business owner and devoted mother, Victoria is deeply...
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Letter: McCreight earned re-election to House District 51
I’ve never written a letter to the editor before, but given the extreme lack of bipartisanship in government, I must applaud my state representative, Democrat...
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Letter: Support the Falmouth library referendum
The Falmouth Memorial Library is a high-volume resource. It has welcomed and been enjoyed by many townspeople. The library services every age group and every...
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Letter: Send Denno back to the state House
Our community here in Cumberland brings together a wonderful collection of young families and seniors, those new to the area and residents who’ve been here...
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Letter: Falmouth library trustees urge voters' support
The board of trustees of Falmouth Memorial Library would like to thank the Town Council for voting to put a bond referendum to meet unexpected...
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Letter: Sanborn should be Scarborough's senator
I am a small business owner raising a family. I have questioned if our representation in Augusta has adequately met the needs of Scarborough residents....
