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What's wrong with those jobs?
In an article written in last week's paper about what kind of jobs the casino would bring, what's wrong with waiting tables, housekeeping, and menial labor? Are you kidding? There are a lot of people looking for a job right now that would be more than happy to take any one of those positio... xx0 Comments -
Horse story misleading
To the Editor: Your story, “Chance Gets a Second Chance” makes several misleading and inaccurate statements that I’d like to address. While it is good to know that this horse did not end up at slaughter, it is important that the public know the verifiable facts about hors... xx -
Control of others not the way to govern
Christians have sat on the side lines of the political game too long. We've been pushed around and nearly eliminated from the game altogether. It is time to get out and vote and do everything we can, legally, to regain the country that was once known around the world as a Christian Nation. xx -
Crockett, and Three
I write in support of Jarrod Crockett in his candidacy for the Maine House of Representatives District 91. I know Jarrod as a former student and current colleague in my law firm. Jarrod has the utmost integrity and is clearly dedicated to serving the citizens of the district. While he and I ... xx -
Thank you, Deputy Ryder
While on my way to a writing class (offered by our own Senior College, held at Telstar Middle/High School) my thoughts were on what a beautiful day it was here in Bethel. Exactly what you hope to have when you live in such a beautiful mountain setting on a blustery autumn day. When all of a sudde... xx -
'Yes' on Three
On Nov. 2, Maine people will have the chance to vote in support of the Land for Maine’s Future (LMF) program. I encourage you to vote “yes” on Question 3. LMF has provided money to protect rivers, lakes, wildlife habitat, trails, working forests, working waterfronts, far... xx -
Alumni Association Chinese Auction
The Telstar Alumni Association will be having our fourth annual Chinese Auction at the Legion Hall in Locke Mills on Saturday, Oct. 23, 2010. Alumni, Family and Friends this is your opportunity to give something back. As you know, the Alumni Association raises money for Educational Assista... xx -
Bicycle land, not gambling land
To the Editor: Looking at the wording of question one -- the vote to allow a casino in Oxford County -- I don't see the following in the initiative: 1. There's no yes-vote mandate that jobs are to be given to locals or current Maine residents. Without that there's no guarantee worke... xx -
letterrich
* To the Editor: For the past 20 years, I have had the privilege of serving the people of Oxford County as the Register of Deeds for the Eastern District. My service will conclude on Dec. 31, 2010. During that time the registry has moved from primarily being a paper-based re... xx