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Our View: With Silver Alerts increasing in Maine, it’s time for a closer look

by The Editorial Board July 2, 2021July 1, 2021

Since the program was established in 2011, it has helped dozens of missing older Mainers get home. But we don’t know a lot more about its effectiveness.

Editorials, Opinion

Our View: A police killing that changed history

by The Editorial Board May 25, 2021May 24, 2021

A new generation of activists emerged after George Floyd’s murder.

Maine Voices, Op-eds, Opinion

Maine Voices: Before you report my young Black children to police, let’s talk

by Wanda Dorlean Special to the Telegram May 9, 2021May 8, 2021

The lives of young people of color are at stake because adults are afraid to have conversations with each other.

Maine Voices, Op-eds, Opinion

Maine Voices: With big issues on the table in Portland, Charter Commission vote will be critical

by Reginald Parson Special to the Press Herald May 8, 2021May 7, 2021

On topics such as an elected mayor and police reform, we must choose people who will listen, learn, compromise and stay level-headed.

Editorials, Opinion

Another View: Restoring police-citizen bond is vital task

by William Sayres Special to the Press Herald May 7, 2021May 6, 2021

Bill Nemitz makes a solid case for law enforcement reform, but others’ calls to ‘defund the police’ would take away needed protection.

Editorials, Opinion

Our View: Maine Capitol police chief’s quiet exit leaves too many questions

by The Editorial Board May 4, 2021May 3, 2021

After spreading extremist views on social media, Russell Gauvin is allowed to retire with no finding of wrongdoing.

Editorials, Opinion

Our View: Maine State Police should stop hiding officer misconduct records

by The Editorial Board April 25, 2021April 24, 2021

An overly strict interpretation of state law leads the agency to cut short investigations, obscure findings and destroy records that should be public.