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Greg Kesich, Op-eds, Opinion

The View From Here: Another gun debate? Start without me

by Greg Kesich March 28, 2021March 27, 2021

We have to remember that every firearm death statistic marks a loss that never goes away.

Op-eds, Opinion

Rep. Nicole Grohoski: We should say ‘no’ to greenwashed power

by Nicole Grohoski Special to the Press Herald March 27, 2021March 25, 2021

A column by Greg Kesich is based on an invalid premise about Hydro-Quebec.

Maine Voices, Op-eds, Opinion

Maine Voices: How Pine Tree Amendment could benefit Maine’s environment, economy and future

by Sue Inches Special to the Press Herald March 27, 2021March 26, 2021

L.D. 489 would protect Mainers by providing a legal basis for citizens, and state and local governments to take action against harmful policies or developments.

Op-eds, Opinion

The humble Farmer: To some of us, a 1999 car is practically brand new

by Robert Skoglund March 27, 2021March 26, 2021

I’ve survived the years when I had to see what it was like to do 100 on a 1938 motorcycle. Now I’m heading for another one of life’s plateaus.

Op-eds, Opinion

Commentary: Finding a new relationship with motion during the pandemic

by Dylan Morin Special to the Press Herald March 27, 2021March 26, 2021

Coronavirus has robbed Mainers and people all over the world of many things, but we cannot let something as natural as the joy of movement be one of them.

Maine Voices, Op-eds, Opinion

Maine Voices: Maine Med nurses belong where decisions are made

by Kathryn Norgang Special to the Press Herald March 26, 2021March 26, 2021

Unionizing will move the hospital beyond just listening to nurses to working with us as stakeholders to create a work environment that staff won’t leave.

Op-eds, Opinion

ISO New England: Power grid operations and extreme weather – for all of us, the challenge is real

by Kathleen Q. Abernathy and Gordon van Welie Special to the Press Herald March 26, 2021March 25, 2021

The Texas tragedy shows we must continue to work together to strengthen our energy foundation, including wholesale markets, regulatory standards and supply infrastructure.

Op-eds, Opinion

Commentary: Clear Choice doesn’t always mean better choice for Maine’s small businesses

by David Clough and Peter M. Gore Special to the Press Herald March 25, 2021March 24, 2021

We all want affordable health care coverage, but legislation passed last year will collapse the array of options available in a way that may have unintended consequences.