Letters to the Editor - Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel

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Letters to the Editor

Published
September 27, 2013

Definition of noise depends on who’s making it

Bikers have a one-day event that brings thousands of toys to thousands of kids who would not have a Christmas if not for all the bikers. People complain about traffic and noise for a short time, but they should think about the kids instead of themselves for a change.
Published
September 26, 2013

Kennebec County a leader in innovative programs

The story ("Graduates finish treatment, move forward") in the Sept. 18 newspaper highlights both the great efforts of two veterans who turned around their post-military lives in the face of great challenges, and the important programs for offenders who face up to their substance abuse and mental health problems.
Published
September 26, 2013

Great insurance reduced; company won’t pay tax

One must wonder what wisdom comes out of Washington, D.C., these days? Very little in my opinion.
Published
September 26, 2013

Governor twists facts to his own liking

I read with interest Gov. Paul LePage's reasons for not expanding MaineCare. He used a report from Michigan that supported expansion of the program and twisted it to his liking so that he could say that MaineCare would be expanded only to include young men who smoke and drink.
Published
September 26, 2013

We’re concerned more about lobsters than babies

The news on Sept. 18 included a report that PETA is taking Maine fishermen and processors to task for their inhumane treatment of lobsters.

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Published
September 26, 2013

Good news for travelers of Mount Vernon Avenue

For those of us who thought we would put a man on Mars before Mount Vernon Avenue got fixed, there is great news. Our days of potholes, cursing and front-end alignments are almost behind us.
Published
September 26, 2013

Tone, focus of Hallowell article disturbing

I was dismayed by the tone and focus of the paper's negative piece about Team Hall-Dale and all the controversy surrounding its fundraising.
Published
September 25, 2013

Navy veteran grateful for care at Togus VA center

I want to express my appreciation for the great service I received recently at the Togus VA Medical Center.
Published
September 25, 2013

Article insulting to those who receive Social Security

I read an article the other day that was very insulting to me and millions of other people who receive Social Security.
Published
September 25, 2013

30 minutes a good trade for children’s happiness

On many occasions in the past, the United Bikers Toy Run has been stopped and held for emergency situations.