To acknowledge a wonderful lady
From Carolyn B. Perow: I am writing to acknowledge a wonderful lady. Kathy D'Agostino is her name.
Our truth teller in Augusta
From John M. Mishler: I was rather pleased to know that former state Rep. Jay McCreight shares my positive thoughts concerning current state Rep. Cheryl Golek ("Golek helps people solve problems," Harpswell Anchor, August 2026).
Driving Cheryl Golek
From George Simonson: Four years ago, I began volunteering as a driver for state Rep. Cheryl Golek, taking her door to door around Harpswell and Brunswick as she campaigned for her first term in the Maine Legislature. I drove her again two years ago. And now, as she runs for a third term, I'm doing it again.
Roger Levasseur
Roger R. Levasseur, age 87, died at his home in Harpswell on Tuesday, Aug. 25, 2026.
24/7 firefighter coverage needed now
From Ellen Glew: Remember those postcards saying the town needed to bring in a qualified consultant to develop a comprehensive strategic plan (like the one done in 2008) for Harpswell's fire and rescue services? And that this should be done before approving $6 million for a new emergency services building?
The $42 Million Question
The Harpswell Anchor's 2026 special report, "The $42 Million Question," examines the state of the lobster fishery in Harpswell. Anchor journalists interviewed lobstermen at wharfs across town and talked to scientists and economists to gain their perspective.
Larger boards enhance representation
From Liz Taylor: It has been many years since Harpswell last considered enlarging its Select Board. I think it is time for taxpayers to reconsider the expansion of the board from three members to five.
The justice system failed
From Natalie Shiras: Thank you for your excellent investigative reporting about the untimely death of my neighbor, Jean Appleby Johnson ("'A loss that shouldn't have happened': Driver charged in Orr's Island fatality had long history of OUIs, drug use — and kept driving for months after crash," August).
Educating landlubbers
From Kathleen O'Donnell: John Gormley's article, "'Welcome to the fishing grounds': A journey with a tuna harpooner," in the Anchor's August edition, was fascinating. Please publish more pieces like this about the varied activities and challenges for our Harpswell residents engaged in the overall fishing industry.
True to stay on as fire administrator
Frank True, a fire service veteran who has served since June as Harpswell's interim fire administrator, has been hired permanently for the position.
