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Tag: OPINION
LETTER | Superintendent responds to PRIDE flag concerns
there's no neutral option here. "Putting it up says something and taking it down says something too, and the kids it's meant for would hear the second one loud and clear."
OPINION | Should PRIDE flag be in an elementary school classroom?
"Topics involving sexuality, sexual orientation, gender identity and related social issues are matters that I believe should be introduced and discussed by parents at home—not by teachers or through displays in an elementary school classroom."
OPINION | An open letter to Mayor Liam LaFountain and the Biddeford City Council
"Last year’s local elections of a new mayor and city councilors in Biddeford helped pave the way for a desperately needed course correction"
OPINION | Biddeford has an e-bike problem; we should address it before someone gets hurt
We shouldn't wait until a child, senior, pedestrian—or one of these young riders—is seriously injured before deciding this was a problem worth addressing.
LETTER | Being unhoused in Biddeford is not a crime
We the people need to help one another and bring back family values!
OPINION | Biddeford businesses need an AI rework before automation spreads
Biddeford's revival has rewarded practical experimentation. AI deserves the same standard
LETTER | Immigrant killers? Let’s stick to facts
In this age of lies and half-truths, one cannot let total falsehoods go unacknowledged.
LETTER | Planned hearing reveals political hypocrisy
How many Congressional hearings have been held for the five Mainers who have been killed at the hands of those who are in this country illegally (for that matter, how many protests, how many murals)?
OPINION | What Biddeford residents actually asked us to fix
A member of the city's Charter Review Commission offers an overview of what residents can expect and encourages robust public participation in the process
OPINION | Heart filled with gratitude, how can we keep our city safe?
Biddeford City Councilor David Kurtz expresses gratitude for city employees and several others impacted by last week's fatal shooting and seeks ideas for new local laws that might prevent a similar incident in the future
OPINION | ‘We can mourn and still respect a process that seeks truth’
Our elected officials have a special responsibility to lead with restraint, not speculation. Citizens have the same obligation. Justice requires patience. Fairness demands that we allow investigators to complete their work before drawing conclusions that may prove incomplete—or wrong.
LETTER | Biddeford needs to learn from its mistakes, not repeat them
We do not expect perfection. What we should expect, however, is that City Hall learns from the financial mistakes of the past rather than repeating them
OPINION | Why Biddeford’s leash laws matter
We all share a responsibility to protect our natural resources, including endangered species and critical habitats
OPINION | Biddeford needs economic engines like UNE
Communities across the country spend years trying to attract institutions like UNE and MaineHealth that offer an elevated level of reach and stability. Biddeford already has them rooted here.
OPINION | Biddeford lawmakers blast Maine Water
Biddeford's legislative delegation -- all Democrats seeking reelection in November -- recently blasted a rate increase proposed by the region's public water utility
LETTER | Biddeford needs to face financial reality
"For many families in Biddeford, the financial reality is no longer theoretical. Property taxes continue to rise while wages, retirement income, and household purchasing power struggle to keep pace. "
OPINION: Councilor explains her budget perspective
Biddeford City Councilor Abigail Wood shares her perspective about this year's municipal budget, highlighting the need to begin thinking about next year's budget almost immediately
OPINION | A former teacher, now state senator, celebrates Teacher Appreciation Week
When we think back to those who have most influenced our lives, chances are one of them was a teacher. For me personally, I was a teacher. It was a tough job at times, but I loved every minute of it.
OPINION | Community in the face of division
The breakdown of traditional media and the rise of social media has rewarded attention-seeking behavior and viral grandstanding.
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