The Biddeford man loved the New York Giants, brought home stray animals and devoured his mother’s pumpkin squares.
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Garrison Keillor: Being a Democrat these days brings exercise if nothing else
If that which does not kill us makes us stronger then liberals will look like Charles Atlas in no time.
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Be kind to bunnies – give your kids the chocolate ones for Easter
While adorable, rabbits are far from ideal pets for kids, and bringing them home shouldn’t be an impulse decision.
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Commentary: Maine’s system for caring for disabled is broken, but can be repaired
If sensible action is taken now, the crisis can be weathered and vulnerable people can be helped.
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For Susan Collins, independence means no more health care sector PAC money
The Maine senator should not accept any more such contributions until Mainers and all Americans have the care they deserve.
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Commentary: Widespread opioid use today is whites’ crack addiction and epidemic
But unlike what was heard about those who used crack, the word heard for opioid users is ‘treatment.’
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The welcome is warmer when you use the right name
A substitute teacher tells why learning to pronounce what seems like an unusual name is worth the effort.
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Commentary: ‘Nuclear option’ for Gorsuch vote defies Collins’ beliefs, threatens Senate
Republicans should not put Trump and their political party ahead of preserving the country’s institutions.
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Leonard Pitts: MLK’s other dream – equality must include foundation of economic justice
Coalitions fighting for fair wages must create power built on unity.
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Maine Voices: In the trenches of the health care battle, Medicare for all would heal many wounds
Doctors are burned out on paperwork and insurance company hurdles, and it’s time to bring back the public option.