Why have the CEO of Twitter and the former president both achieved such prominence at this particular point in history?
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Commentary: Lobster deal demonstrates power of bipartisanship
Just as lobsters go through the disruptive, vulnerable shedding process as they grow, the industry itself must now prepare for an uncomfortable period of upheaval.
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Commentary: Electoral Count Reform Act takes a 19th-century law into the 21st century
It took the violent breach of the Capitol to shine a spotlight on the pressing need for reform.
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Commentary: Reflecting on reflections – and how wildlife interact with Portland’s skyline
We thought when looking at the four PMA expansion finalists, ‘That sure is a lot of glass,’ the cause of many bird injuries or deaths.
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From the Press Herald Toy Fund: A note of sincere thanks this holiday season
For weeks you have been reading staff reports about all the reasons why you should support the annual Press Herald Toy Fund in the Spirit of Bruce Roberts. The work we do is amazing. It is magical. It is rewarding. It’s really hard. And it takes a village to make it all happen. Thank you […]
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Commentary: When it comes to home heating, Maine needs another helping hand
With automatic fuel delivery, I assumed I would be charged the going price on the day of delivery – give or take a few cents per gallon. I was wrong.
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Jim Fossel: Did anti-marijuana Republicans really have to play it SAFE?
Hesitance doomed the passage of a bill that would have helped small businesses across America.
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Susana Hancock: If the world’s leading climate conference cannot take climate seriously, who can?
Despite our international promise to halve emissions by 2030, 2022 marks another year in which record pollution has been pumped into our air.
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Commentary: What gives ‘Charlotte’s Web’ such formidable staying power?
Seventy years after its publication, E.B. White’s little book of wisdom continues to enthrall readers – children and adults alike.
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Commentary: Grief doesn’t take time off for the holidays
Everyone enters this season with high expectations. Try to determine what feels reasonable for you this year.