I am a veteran of the Korean War. I am a 50-year life member and past post commander of the VFW, Friendship.

I would like to express my opinion about the soldier who was recently rescued from his captors in Iraq. First, I am concerned about swapping five terrorists for this soldier who may have put down his weapon and deserted his post. Some of his buddies were actually killed in an attempt to rescue him.

When it comes to life’s lessons, one of the simplest is also the best: don’t do stupid things.

It comes to my attention in the lead article in the July 10, 2014 issue, “Michaud addresses VA scandal…”, that whenever Elizabeth Printy is quoted or noted, she is referred as the Finance Chairman of the Lincoln County Republicans, which she is indeed.

The undersigned organizers are pleased to announce the formation of a new nonprofit corporation under the laws of the state of Maine entitled “Lincoln Cemetery Association.”

When he was still in office, the late Newcastle Selectman Phil Wright often talked about rail service coming to Newcastle with a gleam in his eye.

I would like to thank all the good folks who helped me out while collecting votes for the Hospitality House during the Pop the Cause event.

As my time at the Wiscasset Middle School comes to a close, I would like to take this opportunity to thank all of the students, teachers, staff, parents, relatives and community members for 41 memorable years.

Bristol Republican Committee Chairman Earl Inman blasts Democratic candidate for governor Mike Michaud in this edition for his failure to prevent the ongoing scandal at the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.

There was an article in the June 26 edition that had some incorrect information and I would like to clarify the facts.

First, the many wonderful crafters and food vendors of Olde Bristol Days will be returning to the grounds of the beautiful Fort William Henry, as they have been for so many years before, the weekend of Aug. 9 and 10.

Since October of 2013, the St. Andrew’s campus has provided urgent care services to hundreds of patients 12 hours a day, every day. By definition, urgent care services provide treatment for medical problems such as an illness or injuries that need attention but are not life-threatening emergencies.

After visiting your charming village over the weekend I felt the urge to share.

Damariscotta, Maine, is one of the prettiest towns in Midcoast Maine. Once you exit Route 1, it is as if you stepped back in time.

The Damariscotta Police Department Kitchen Project is $1,050 away from the fundraising total needed to construct a kitchen area at the department. This project was approved at the recent town meeting by the voters of Damariscotta.

The older we get, the more we are convinced Mom was right about everything. As we have learned over the years, tuck your shirt in, eat your vegetables, and stand up straight are all proven winners.

As a veteran of the Vietnam War, I was very upset last Thursday that I found an American Flag in the garbage can at Mike’s Place in Newcastle on Route 1. Whoever threw this flag away has no respect for our country.