Chance to create valuable asset

On Nov. 5, we'll all make some consequential votes at the ballot box at Harpswell Community School. National and statewide ballots notwithstanding, Harpswell residents will have six warrant articles to vote on that will directly impact residents and town facilities.

If you love your dog, you should follow leash laws. Your dog should always be under your control — on a leash, fenced in your yard, contained in an invisible fence, or secured on a tie-out. Beeper and shock collars don't count.

From Geoff Feiss: The Clark Cove property off Allen Point Road has been owned by the state for more than 50 years for the express purpose of providing recreational opportunities to Mainers. Now, the state and the town are proposing to enter into a management agreement to ensure this 18-acre parcel of shorefront land is better used for the benefit of residents and visitors.