Letters

Published
January 8, 2014

Letter to the Editor: Woman who took fall in Falmouth thanks unknown doctor

At Skillins Falmouth’s holiday open house, I had a terrible fall. This resulted in breaking my nose, having a deep cut very near my eye, fragmenting my shoulder and breaking another bone in my arm. As I continued falling, I anticipated the final blow of my head hitting the floor. Two strong arms suddenly cradled […]
Published
January 8, 2014

Letter to the Editor: Must Press Herald reviewer dredge up Red Sox’ old slight?

What’s with the cheap shot at the Red Sox by Christopher Hyde in the Dec. 22 review of the Josh Gibson opera (“Classical Beat: USM composer’s operatic ode to a heroic – and tragic – baseball legend”)? “Maybe the Red Sox will come on board.” Come on board? Come on board for what? Commissioning a […]
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January 8, 2014

Letter to the Editor: Divesting from fossil fuel a way to tackle climate crisis

I am a retired high school science teacher who is deeply concerned with the urgency of the climate crisis. The state of Maine can take a step in the right direction to responsibly address the crisis by enacting L.D. 1461, a bill requiring the state to divest itself of fossil fuel stocks. Our state is […]
Published
January 7, 2014

Letter to the Editor: Renovations will ensure schools in Kennebunkport, Arundel are safe, up to date

I’m writing in support of the RSU 21 proposal for voters to pass a bond resolution to raise $74.8 million to finance the renovation of our high school, the Kennebunkport Consolidated School and the Mildred L. Day School in Arundel. The condition of these three schools is deplorable, unsafe and not close to the building […]
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January 7, 2014

Letter to the Editor: As 2014 starts, resolve to avoid factory-farmed meat

As we begin a new year, I am heartened to see many Americans adopting a more loving, compassionate attitude toward each other – despite our differences – as well as toward our beautiful planet. It is my hope for 2014 that this opening of our hearts will extend beyond our own kind to all sentient […]

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January 7, 2014

Letter to the Editor: Hard work on South Portland tar sands oil regulations is yet to come

The adoption of the tar sands oil moratorium Dec. 16 brings relief and a coming together for the city of South Portland, a good way to end the year, but it’s not over. The important work is to come, to do the right thing for our city, Maine, New England, the U.S. and the world: […]
Published
January 7, 2014

Letter to the Editor: Democrats seem determined to remain on the wrong path

Birds of a feather! Now we see that an impeached president swore in the new mayor of New York City. Yes, Bill Clinton administered the oath of office to Mayor Bill de Blasio. That makes one wonder how well this fiasco will turn out, doesn’t it? Why does that surprise anyone, since de Blasio served […]
Published
January 6, 2014

Letter to the editor: Greenpeace ‘terrorists’ didn’t deserve amnesty

I must say I am very disappointed that the Russian parliament granted the Greenpeace terrorists amnesty. President Vladimir Putin seems to be losing his edge in dealing with these types. Back in the bad old days, they would have suffered a much harsher and quicker punishment. I am amazed that Greenpeace continues to place their […]
Published
January 6, 2014

Letter to the editor: Fond words of praise for Nelson & Small execs

An article in the Business section in the Dec. 18 edition (“Family-run Nelson & Small executes smooth break-up”) marks the end of the era of a remarkable Portland-based family business, Nelson & Small. Several divisions of the wholesale supply company have been sold and some have been reorganized with new management structure, and the company […]
Published
January 6, 2014

Letter to the editor: Vote for Michaud because of his record – not because he is gay

It bothers me a bit that all the articles about Mike Michaud in the newspapers now mention that he is gay, with that as the focus instead of his record. I am glad he is out of the closet, and I am glad he could be the first openly gay governor, and I am super-glad […]

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