Opinion
Regarding the use of illegal fireworks
Mar 18, 2011 12:21 amTo the Editor:
My family, friends and invited guests are sitting on our deck at camp enjoying a Fourth of July celebration get together.
As darkness approaches, I begin to assemble an array of fireworks, as I have done for the last 15 years, to entertain my guests. All around the lake, other who can't wait for total darkness, have already begin the Independence Day celebration. Other criminals like me.
Renew the wind moratorium
Mar 18, 2011 12:21 amTo the Editor:
As the helpful and sincere Carlo Puiia mentioned, it is time to renew the moratorium before it expires.
We do not have any idea what the greedy mountain environmental butchers will do if they are allowed take over and manipulate our personal and private resources merely to line their pockets.
Negative impact of teacher rollbacks
Mar 18, 2011 12:21 amTo the Editor:
Maine teachers should not be used as a scapegoat for the State of Maine budget woes. Let's have an honest debate of what the real issue is.
Many American businesses, in their quest for profits, have chosen to outsource manufacturing, which comprises the American middle class, our taxpayers.
Our Maine teachers make a respectable living and have earned a modest retirement. In no way is this outlandish or excessive, like the governor hinted.
The Chamber Chatter
Mar 11, 2011 12:00 amHello River Valley! March did not quite come in like a lion but February sure left as one. My brother-in-law continually states during the winter, “pitchers and catchers report in 85 days, 84 days, etc. But spring training is here now! Yes!
Negative impact of teacher rollbacks
Mar 11, 2011 12:00 amTo the Editor:
Maine teachers should not be used as a scapegoat for the State of Maine budget woes. Let's have an honest debate of what the real issue is.
Many American businesses, in their quest for profits, have chosen to outsource manufacturing, which comprises the American middle class, our taxpayers.
Our Maine teachers make a respectable living and have earned a modest retirement. In no way is this outlandish or excessive, like the governor hinted.
Wind Power: Educational opportunity
Mar 11, 2011 12:00 amTo the Editor:
On March 10, 2011, a gathering is planned at the Dirigo High School in Dixfield to continue the necessary information exchange regarding Wind Energy facilities in River Valley.
Personally, after 20 months, I have continued learning new aspects of the advantages and disadvantages.
The education committee has planned a free home cooked supper for all River Valley attendees from 4–6 p.m.
Thanks for supporting our troops
Mar 11, 2011 12:00 amTo the Editor:
We, the Auxiliary of Unit 24, would like to thank you all for supporting our troops.
We recently held the “Super Benefit” on February 19th. This event will help us to send care packages through our Comforts From Home program, which supports our local troops.
This event was very successful. The newly formed band Fair Enough played to a sold out crowd and honored us all by playing the song “Some Gave All” this gave the true meaning as to why we were all there.
Thanks for supporting MVHS Athletic Boosters
Mar 11, 2011 12:00 amTo the Editor:
The Mountain Valley High School Athletic Boosters would like to thank All That Jazz, River Valley Grill, Circle K/Subway, Mountain Valley Variety, McDonald's, Far East Restaurant, and Brian's Bistro for supporting the Half Court Shot at the boys' and girls' home basketball games.
We would also like to thank everyone who purchased tickets for our Boosters Basket Raffle.
Congratulations goes to Isabella Duguay for winning the basket. We appreciate the continuous support of our student Athletes from our community.
MVHS Athletic Boosters
Watching out for each other
Mar 11, 2011 12:00 amTo the Editor:
I always thought that one of the benefits of growing up and then raising my children in Rumford was that people watched out for each other.
I have noticed that while some people are still very thoughtful of others, some are not. I am proud of my town when I witness people going out of their way to assist someone.
Support talents, abilities of all our students
Mar 11, 2011 12:00 amTo the Editor:
We were driving home when my son announced “I like music class. Mr. Rossler is awesome.”
Both of our children have always enjoyed the arts, and to hear that their teachers are fostering that love is gratifying. We hear a lot about the athletes that have emerged from RSU 10, but it is important to note the other skills and talents we develop as children progress through our schools.
