MAINE SUNDAY TELEGRAM • September 21, 2025
This is in response to the column “Are Maine summers losing their magic?,” by Leslie Bridgers. The real magic in Maine is not found at water parks, but in the nature this great state provides. Ticks are a problem, but they are a problem for most woodland areas, and that’s why it’s important to take the proper precautions. The waters are as safe as ever. What’s more, this column also referred mostly to the Portland area. Portland is only a small piece of Maine, and other areas don’t share its problems to the same extent — like the heat. Maine summers have attracted visitors from all over since I was a little kid. There is something magical about them. That isn’t going away anytime soon. ~ Joe Lazaro, Vinalhaven