Even as we put this paper to bed, the snowplows, snow-shovelers and snow-blowers are still out there, cleaning up the last vestiges of what we hope to be the last major snow storm of 2013.

Chad Andrews did not ask to be Damariscotta’s police chief. He did not, in fact, expect or plan to be a police chief in Damariscotta or elsewhere.

Women and guns go together in Maine for good reasons. It’s a love affair that has lasted for generations of Maine women. Smart ladies are reliable and necessary around the home. We help keep things safe and orderly in times of trouble. Come on, is a home really a home without a good woman and at least one trusty gun? I think not.

For a political press release, the statement released by the Maine House Democrats March 5 regarding the party line rejection of former legislator Jon McKane’s nomination to the Dirigo Health Board of Trustees feels very personal.

Please don’t tear down Connie Curley’s old house! The diminutive 1730s era cape nestled in the historic village of Damariscotta Mills is a rare example of the type of dwelling the early colonists of our area built and lived in. One of, if not the oldest building in Lincoln County, this historic property deserves the time and consideration to make every effort to preserve it.

The Lincoln County News has been reporting on the conflict between Clary Lake and its association and the owners of the dam, Pleasant Pond Mill LLC and Aquafortis Assoc. LLC, pertaining to the water level in Clary Lake.

Over the past few weeks having read the various articles and letters written about fireworks usage, I wish to add the following perspective.

Newcastle, Damariscotta and Bremen, the three towns that make up the Great Salt Bay Community School District have the pleasure of considering an 11.86 percent increase in their proposed budget this year.

When the money pool shrinks, responsible people tighten belts, strip away frills, live a little closer to the bone-especially in New England towns, where a history of hard lives eked out on wind- and sea-pummeled granite has bred respect for reality.

Nobleboro was founded by people of strength, grit, and a no-nonsense view of life.

On Monday afternoon at 4:30 p.m., we drove into the Sullivan Tire lot to ask if our tires could get a puff of additional air. We were greeted by the manager and his team who very kindly set to work to locate the proper inflation information on the inside of a car door.

One of the great secrets of the great State of Maine is that we are, in fact, open year ’round. Those from away may think we shutter our lives when they go away but we have more than that.

See it while you can: D-Day is approaching – next week! Despite the concerns expressed by numerous neighbors and lovers of history, an out of state buyer has proposed to raze the 1730s cape at 21 Pond Rd in Damariscotta Mills – one of the oldest houses in Lincoln County.

Of all the many best-kept secrets about Maine, one of the most surprising to visitors may be the fact the Pine Tree State is actually a basketball hotbed; jam-packed with talented players, dedicated coaches, and seriously passionate fans.