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Town Report Available
The Town Report is available at the polls and is also available via download in PDF format at this link. This is quite the turnaround from just yesterday when you couldn’t even get the mini-audit that was allegedly published. The … Continue reading
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Be Sure to Vote – Polls Open 6am-8pm Tuesday
Be sure to vote tomorrow (June. 14, 2011) at the Lebanon Elementary School at 65 Upper Guinea Road. Polls open at 6am and close at 8pm. All votes count, be sure to place yours!!
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Editorial – A Clean Candidate
Nails in tires
Mayonnaise in mailbox
Harassing emails
Followed by cars
Car magnet stolen
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Ballot Items Reviewed in Foster’s
The Foster’s has done a review of the ballot items for tomorrows vote. One of the key items they didn’t touch upon is the “Conflict of Interest” (Item 1) which is a petition circulated by residents to stop an employee … Continue reading
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Resident Urges – Don’t Have a Short Memory at Polls
There’s an editorial in the Foster’s stressing Lebanon Residents not have a short memory come election day. The editorial near the bottom of the page details actions and in-actions taken by the Selectmen recently that are concerning. There was a … Continue reading
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Lack of Town Reports – Mini-Audits Cause for Concern
Last night at 11pm the Town Hall sent two emails with a mini-audit and mini-report because this info MUST be available to the public before the Town Meeting. The emails did not contain any information. If you visit the notice … Continue reading
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New Library Vandalized
The new Martha Sawyer Community Library was vandalized Friday night. The outside was spray painted with graffiti. The damage was discovered by road crews Saturday morning. This is almost a year ago to when the memorial at the town hall … Continue reading
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Bridge Meeting Announced 7/26/11
Maine Deportment Of Transportation will be holding at Public Meeting on the Ford Bridge that is on Fall RD. This will be held Tuesday July 26, 2011 at 6pm at the Lebanon Town Office.
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Candidates Highlighted
The two candidates for Selectmen seat in Lebanon were profiled by the Foster’s today. Here is the Link
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Cole Campaign Dupes Foster’s Daily Democrat
Today’s letters to the editor contain a duplicate letter written just a week ago by Samantha Cole but this time addressed by Peter and Amanda Turner. The paper didn’t catch it but it is pure plagiarism and certainly set-up by the … Continue reading
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Martha Sawyer Community Library’s New Website
Please make sure that you visit Martha Sawyer Community Library’s new website !
Thanks to Chris Russo and Karen Gerrish for getting this project started by creating the site and adding the initial photos and documents – they also included the card … Continue reading
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Lebanon Residents and Business Owners Speakout
There are many editorials in the Foster’s today by Lebanon residents and business owners and also one by candidate Cole. They are available here.
One of the persons writing an editorial stated on the OurVoice Facebook Page their letter, as well as … Continue reading
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Rochester Residents Speakout on Cole
There are two editorials in the Foster’s Daily Democrat by Rochester residents following up on previous stories “Where’s Jason Cole?” and “Dispatch Center’s Cole Under Fire” These latest ones located here provide “no-show” details and pressure the city for action.
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Don’t Have A Short Memory On Election Day
As you prepare to make your decision for Selectmen next week, look back on the actions of the current board led by Mr Cole and ask yourself …is this the way things should work? Is this the way I expect … Continue reading
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Library Announces Summer Hours Beginning July 1st
New Summer hours starting July 1st !!
Tuesday 10:00 am – 1:00 pm 10:30 am Story time
Wednesday 10am – 1pm and 4pm – 8pm Story time at 10:30
Thursday 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm
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Yard Sale Benefit This Weekend
The Lebanon-North Berwick Baptist Church is having a yard sale on Friday , June 10 from 7 am to 6 p.m., and on Saturday, June 11 from 7 am to 2 pm. The sale will be located at 437 Little … Continue reading
More Letters To The Editor Posted
There are more letters to the editor in the Foster’s Daily Democrat speaking about Cole and supporting Gerrish. Some are reprints from earlier editions but there is a new one by resident Marc Blanchette. You can see them all here … Continue reading
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Selectmen’s Meeting 06/07/10
Meeting Highlights: All three selectmen were in attendance.. meeting opened at 6:30pm – Pledge of allegiance
Letters to the Editor – Chairperson Supports Gerrish
There is a Letter to the Editor in the Foster’s Daily Democrat by Nancy Neubert explaining why Karen Gerrish deserves your vote for Selectwoman at next weeks election. Nancy Neubert has been the Chairperson of the Lebanon Maine Budget Committee … Continue reading
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American Legion – Spaghetti Super – June 11
American Legion Post 214 Spaghetti Supper, Saturday June 11, 2011 from 4;30pm to 6:30pm at the First Parish Congregational Church (650 Center Rd) in Lebanon, Maine.
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Public Notices = Endorsements?
A Public notice was sent out at 10:45 pm announcing a Facebook page for Crescent Moon Herbals.. I think it is great that the Town will send out a notice such as this to promote local business, but why not include Farmfield … Continue reading
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Selectmen Meeting Agenda Announced
The Selectmen will be meeting Tuesday night @6:30pm at the Town Hall. The Agenda posted is:
6:30pm – Elect Chairman for 2011-2012
6:45pm – Open Mowing Bids
7:00pm – Open Paving Bids
7:05pm – Chris Gilpatrick – Request for information
Public participation 15 mins
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Bean Supper Benefit – June 4th 4-7pm
Come support little Nicole Purington, a Lebanon 4 year old who is battling cancer. Stokewoods Diner and Lebanon Rescue will sponsor a bean supper on Saturday, June 4 from 4 pm-7 pm at Stokewoods Diner. All you can eat homemade … Continue reading
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Maine Free Fishing Days June 4 & 5
Free fishing days are upcoming on June 4 and June 5. On these days residents, nonresidents and aliens (except those whose license has been suspended or revoked) may fish without a license. All other laws and regulations apply on these … Continue reading
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More Support Letters for Gerrish / Cole
This weeks Letters to the Editor in the Foster’s Daily Democrat have many letters from supporters for both Cole and Gerrish. You can tell the election is drawing nearer. Here is a Link
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Selectmen Attend Municipal Valuation Training
The Lebanon Board of Selectmen attended a state training on Municipal Valuations in Dayton on Wednesday, May 25th, 2011. The training updated the three selectmen on property tax exemptions, changes in property tax codes and changes in valuations. There have … Continue reading
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Yard Sale Benefit – this Saturday!
A Yard Sale to benefit the Rousseau Family who lost their home in a fire. Saturday June 4th 8am to 2pm at the Lebanon Elementary SchoolTools, Toys, Kitchenware, Electronics, Books, Crafts, Baked Goods, CD’s, DVD’s, Jewelry, and Much, Much, More!!!!
If … Continue reading
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Buy Local – Eat Local – Be Green – Support CSA’s
There is much talk of being green, buying local. One area that is often overlooked is FOOD. Did you know you can buy fresh organically grown vegetables right here in Lebanon? Two Toad farms is a local farm that participates … Continue reading
Senator Olympia Snowe says – “Vote Gerrish”
There was a letter of endorsement by Senator Olympia Snowe in the Foster’s Daily Democrat today. The Senator speaks at length about Gerrish’s experience in the town’s finances and her involvement with community. She also speaks how Gerrish fights against … Continue reading
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OurVoice is on Facebook
OurVoice has a Facebook Page. The Page is a place where the community news and editorials posted here, may be commented on and discussed. Many residents also self publish there own articles and share news about town happenings or events. … Continue reading
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Rochester Taxpayers ask… Where’s Jason Cole?
An editorial was published yesterday in the Foster’s Daily Democrat by Robert Gates asking “where’s Jason?”. A similar editorial appeared a few days ago by Rochester Concerned Taxpayers Association raising concerns and questions of how Cole can be working full-time … Continue reading
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Rescue Congratulates New EMTs
Chief Samantha Cole released the following: The Lebanon Rescue Department would like to congratulate Lebanon Rescue Lieutenant Kevin Romano and member Kyle Santosuosso who have completed their paramedic degree programs
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Town Meeting Highlights In Local Paper
The observer published an article highlighting key issues from the Town Meeting. You can view the article online by clicking here..
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Donation Items Needed for Yard-Sale Fundraiser
The Lebanon Fire Dept. Inc. & Ladies Auxiliary are seeking donations of unwanted items for a yard sale fundraiser to be held in July. Funds raised will be used to purchase an AED and the remaining funds will be placed … Continue reading
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Memorial Day Service – Old Town Hall – 5/30/11 – 2pm
The Town of Lebanon’s Memorial Day Service will be held Monday May 30th at 2pm at the Old Town Hall on Center Rd. Please note the time change. The service is at 2pm
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Lebanon Community Day Follow-Up
Community article in the Foster’s outlining the events and large turnout from this past weekends Community Festival. View it Here. There is also an editorial by Rescue Chief Cole thanking people available here. This link also has an editorial apology by Jason … Continue reading
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Dispatch Center’s Cole Under Fire
Looks as though concerns being raised by the Rochester Concerned Taxpayers Association may have grounds. The Rochester Times has done an article over the ordeal surrounding Cole. You may view the Article Here.
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Lebanon Rescue Understands – It’s the Town That Pays You!
Lebanon Rescue adopted and published their “Stipend Policy” this past December 2010. The Policy clearly indicates that rescue personnel are “paid by the town” by their own admission.
” It is the responsibility of the rescue member to ensure that they have all … Continue reading
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Lebanon Youth Soccer Sign-ups Announced
Lebanon Soccer Sign Ups announced for kids ages 5-12 on May 24th, 26th, 31st, and June 2nd from 6pm to 8pm at the Hanson School Gym. Cost is just: $45.00 for 1st player & $35.00 for each additional immediate family … Continue reading
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Town Manager Selection Narrowed – What Are Benefits?
Foster’s Daily Democrat published an article updating the status of the Town Manager. Lebanon Selectmen have narrowed the field and will have a selection pending the outcome of the vote for funding on June 14th. I believe having a full-time … Continue reading
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Lebanon Veterans, Cole, and Rochester Taxpayers – Editorials
In case you missed it there were some letters to the editor posted by the Foster’s Daily Democrat. The American Legion post 214 clarified that they as a group do not endorse or support any particular candidates. I think this … Continue reading
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Summer Camp Sign-Ups Underway
Lebanon Summer Camp will be held from July 11 through Aug. 11, from Mondays through Thursdays, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
The first child from a family can attend for $155; each additional child can for $140. You can save … Continue reading
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Absentee Ballots For June 14th Election Now Available
Absentee Ballots for the June 14th Town Election are now available at the Town Office. If you would like a ballot the voter can call or stop by the Town Office to pick one up. If you need us to … Continue reading
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Selectmen Cancel Meeting
The regular Selectmen meeting scheduled for this Tuesday May 17th has been cancelled due to “no agenda” next meeting scheduled for June 7, 2011 6:30pm.
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Lebanon Community Festival 5/21/11
Lebanon Community Festival is this Saturday, May 21st from 11am-3pm. The event will be held at the Hanson School and is a free event to attend. There are many events planned for this year including a new petting farm, race … Continue reading
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D.O.T. Bridge Meeting 5/19/11 3pm
The Dept. of Transportation from Maine & New Hampshire will host a public meeting concerning the New Bridge that connects Lebanon, Me. with Milton, NH on Thursday May 19 at the Milton Town Hall at 3:00pm in the Emma Ramsey … Continue reading
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“Ask You’re Selectmen..” Editorials Published
There was a couple great Editorials in the Foster’s by Lebanon residents James Batchelder and Eric Neubert sharing some facts.. http://www.fosters.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20110512/GJOPINION03/705129918
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Town Meeting May 16th 7pm
The Public Hearing for the June 14th ballot will be Monday May 16th at 7pm at the Lebanon Elem. School. All are invited to attend.
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Gerrish Responds on “Karen Article”
Letter to the Editor in the Foster’s where Karen Gerrish makes clear what the selectmen’s motives are with added ordinance. Aka “Karen Ordinance” http://www.fosters.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=%2F20110512%2FGJOPINION_0102%2F705129824%2F-1%2FFOSOPINION
Lebanon Deserves Better
As concerned as I was before about Selectman Jason Cole stifling the voice of the citizens of Lebanon, my concerns are raised to the point of wondering what will happen if we criticize Selectman Jason Cole’s actions further. So far … Continue reading
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School Vote Today
The polls are open 6am-8pm at the Lebanon Elementary for voting on the school budget for MSAD 60.
Local Resident Gets Published
Cindy Simon, Lebanon resident, recently published her first novel “Wanting June”. It is a mystery…a woman searching for the truth about her mother and in so doing becomes ensnared in dangerous webs of deceit
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Discounts to Local Attractions via Town Hall
The Lebanon Town office will be offering discount tickets to the following:
York’s Wild Kingdom: $11.00 eachFuntown/Splashtown: $25.00 eachWater Country: $26.50 eachSmitty’s Cinema: $6.00 each
FMI Call 457-6082
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Noble Hockey Raffle – New 2011 Harley
The Noble Hockey is still running their raffle for a brand new 2011 Harley – Tickets are $50 with only 600 being sold! Drawing will be Sept 1st or soon if all sold. Raffle Flyer.
Lebanon Town Ballot Released
Official Town Ballot was released today. Please print and review each of the items to be familiar with them. You may also get absentee ballots – be sure to VOTE!!
Lebanon Walkers/Runners Club – Join in Healthy Fun!!
Ready for some fresh air and exercise then please come join up with the Lebanon Walkers/Runners Club. They Meet Tuesdays at 5pm and Thursdays at 3:45pm at the Martha Sawyer Community Library (Hanson School) You can walk or run as far … Continue reading
100% Transparency – Really??… How about None!
Transparency – generally implies openness, communication, disclosure and accountability
Occam’s Razor – is a principle that suggests we should tend towards simpler theories
There is always desire for greater access and transparency when it comes to Towns and Departments. Lebanon Rescue explained in great detail … Continue reading
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Salmon Falls River Friends of Music – Benefit – 5/14/11 7pm
Salmon Falls River Friends of Music will be having their Annual Spring Benefit Concert Saturday May 14th at 7pm at the Old Town Hall in Center Lebanon, Maine
The Concert will be featuring talented artists from throughout the region. All donations … Continue reading
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Town Employee Definition Expanded
The Observer released an informative article detailing the Lebanon Selectmen’s measures to quash the Citizen’s desire for a complete separation of power in municipal office. An attorney’s opinion is just that, an opinion you pay for. The fact Selectmen are attempting to … Continue reading
“Conflict Articles” Example Flyer
I received this copy of a flyer on the Article items concerning the “conflict of interest” and Budget Committee voted recommendations (that were dropped from the ballot last year by Selectmen). I am sharing and passing along so you may become familiar with them. … Continue reading
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Selectmen Pulling All Stops To Maintain Control
Do you hear the bell tolling? Our Selectmen in Lebanon certainly do and they are preparing to go to great lengths to maintain their control and influence.
Citizens circulated a petition based on “conflict of interest” and received hundreds of signatures supporting the adopting of an ordinance … Continue reading
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Public Hearing – 5/16/11 7pm – Lebanon Elementary School
A Public Hearing is scheduled for Monday May 16th 2011. No agenda or topic is listed by the Town, but I believe this a meeting is called for a Citizen’s Petition on the upcoming Ballot. The Petition is essentially requesting the allowing … Continue reading
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Rescue Facebook – More Questions than Answers
Lebanon Rescue posed a question on Facebook about equipment usage and having them stand-by at town events. I stated my opinion, that I was not in favor of it and after a couple of rebuttals on my comments, I was … Continue reading
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Selectmen’s Meeting Posted for 5/3/11 6:30pm Town Hall
Selectmen’s Meeting Posted for 5/3/11 6:30pm at the Town Hall – – Agenda: Superintendent Paul Andrade MSAD 60 Budget Presentation, Kurt & Brenda Zeller of “Go Deep Mud” Mass Gathering Permit, Laura Bragg, Public Hearing Notice Signed. Public is invited … Continue reading
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Town Facebook Page – Shut Down!!
It appears the Town’s Facebook Page has been deactivated. If the “Admin” simply would have shut off commenting, and only post actual town events, meetings, and notices…what is the issue? In my opinion an “Official” page should be “one-way” only … Continue reading
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Selectmen Meeting Tonight 4/26/11-6:30pm – Town Hall
Selectmen Meeting Tonight – 6:30pm – Town Hall – Public Invited is invited and encouraged to attend. The Selectmen are meeting tonight.!!! Agenda states to sign school warrant, election concerns, and absentee ballots. The notice was sent out at 8:11am today by … Continue reading
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Budget Committee Meeting 4/27/11 6pm
The Budget Committee will be meeting on Wednesday 4/27/11 at the Lebanon Elementary School at 6pm. The purpose is to review / vote on petition items.
Harsh Words Over Newspaper’s Article
There was an article in the Foster’s concerning the Citizen’s Petition ”Conflict of Interest”. A link to the article was shared on Facebook on the OurVoice Facebook Page and also by Chris Gilpatrick. There were some very harsh remarks made … Continue reading
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Road Referendum Questioned
What happened to the referendum question that the selectmen voted yes to adopt a subdivision road in town that was done not by town specifications?? The budget committee was to vote on the referendum until it was discovered that it … Continue reading
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Lebanon Selectmen – Record Those Meetings!!
Please help encourage Selectmen to take action and start recording meetings. There is an online Petition where registered Lebanon voters should sign by clicking here… http://signon.org/sign/lebanon-selectmen-record Leave them a comment / message as well when you sign.
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