Category: Ray Richardson
The Good Life
Many years ago, my wife and I thought we were heading to a French bistro in Raymond Maine. When we got there, we found The Good Life Market instead and simply fell in love with…
Seizing Opportunity
I met Matt Jacobs by chance. I ordered something from Amazon and it turned out, his company in California was the actual seller. Upon receiving the item, I called his company to share my satisfaction…
Arlington National Cemetery
Recently, several Veterans visited my morning talk show. Three of them are a part of the organization Veteran Mentors of Maine. Two of the gentlemen, one a Vietnam Veteran, the other, a Veteran of Operation…
What is Impeachment?
With all the buzz around Washington DC, most offices and coffee shops around America talking about “impeachment” I thought it might be useful to remind everyone what this is and what it is not. Impeachment…
A Tribute
On Friday, November 1st, my producer and long-time friend, Debi Davis, will produce my show for the last time (on a regular, daily basis). I am saddened to see her go, but I am happy…
Medicare-For-All Is A No Go
This is a short article. It is not intended to be a detailed analysis of the Medicare-for-All proposals being pushed by candidates for the Democratic nomination for President such as Vermont Senator Bernie Sanders and…
15th Veterans Appreciation Night
On August 30th, 2019, the Ray Richardson Show, WLOB Radio and the Portland Seadogs teamed up for the 15th time to honor those who have served our nation in uniform. For 15 years, these three…
The Patriotism of Elizabeth Claypoole
You likely have never heard of Elizabeth Claypoole. She was there, at the beginning of this great country and she was a great patriot who bore great sacrifice for the birth of this nation. She…
Full Plates Announces Summer Grants
35 Summer Sites Receiving More Than $75,000 Total Justin Alfond, Full Plates Full Potential’s Co-Director said “For children living with food insecurity, summertime is the scariest part of the year. There are so many more…
Still Running the Race
Fred being ordained at Eastpoint Christian Church I often say, the most important thing a man or woman can do is be a good Father or Mother. Raising your children, impressing upon them the importance…
Someone You Should Know:
Mike Pictured with Marissa Michaud, Alex Brokos, Riley Dow and Morgan Dolby Mike Timmons: Simply “Good People” Mike Timmons is one of the more unique people I know. He is simply “good people” as we…
A Tale of Two Women
The late, great Charles Dickens wrote a “Tale of Two Cities” in 1859. It was set in two of the world’s greatest cities, London and Paris, before and during the French Revolution. The opening sentence…
