It’s hard to fathom how much has changed and how far we may have to go.
coronavirus
Posted inLetters
Letter to the editor: Time at home could show us what’s important
My theology tells me that when things go wrong, I should try to understand why and to see what good may come of it. Our political turmoil is not the cause of this pandemic, but our continuous deficit spending to keep our fragile economy afloat has left us with massive consumer, corporate and federal deficits, […]
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Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Jim Fossel: Mills slow to keep gun shops open
When the definition of ‘essential business’ is in the eye of the beholder, a commitment to principle matters.
Posted inLetters
Letter to the editor: Park closures deprive Maine seniors of safe place to walk
The state should consider setting aside given days and times for particular groups, or putting up signs warning of the consequences of violating the 6-foot separation.
Posted inLetters
Letter to the editor: Fossel overstates LePage’s role in Maine’s recovery
Re: “Maine Legislature still has a lot of work to do” (March 29): Columnist Jim Fossel claims that “(Gov. Paul) LePage was able to quickly address that (budget) shortfall and turn the state around.” Of course he did. He became governor just as the greatest economic expansion in our history began. LePage was fiscally responsible? […]
Posted inLocal & State
Pandemic sparks concerns about child abuse in Maine
Child abuse hotline calls have declined sharply since the coronavirus closed schools in the state, cutting at-risk children off from the people most likely to report problems.
Posted inLocal & State, Schools and Education
For thousands of students without home internet access, remote learning is an extra challenge
The coronavirus has forced Maine students to study at home, highlighting how many don’t have reliable internet and technology access.
Posted inOutdoors, Sports
Maine fishing guides brace for rough waters ahead
Registered Maine Guides expect the economic impact of the coronavirus outbreak to take a toll on their business and have a ripple effect on smaller towns.
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Our View: COVID-19 will change Maine Election Day traditions
The upcoming statewide U.S. Senate primary is an important dry run for reforms to ensure broad participation and safety.
Posted inLetters
Letter to the editor: We’re home – now what do we do?
The COVID-19 pandemic has certainly proven a test of our patience and creativity regarding all the downtime we have on our frequently washed hands. Folks have turned to many outlets to get through these challenging days and weeks. To avoid the doldrums, we can try: • Reading (including to others). • Contacting old acquaintances. • […]