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Maine Voices: Expanding early learning, computer science can boost institute’s reach

by Angela Oechslie and Ken Grady Special to the Telegram February 23, 2020February 22, 2020

Efforts that strengthen Maine’s ability to compete and succeed in the modern innovation economy deserve increased support.

by Meryl Nass Special to the Press Herald February 21, 2020February 20, 2020

Schoolchildren could be expelled if parents refuse immunizations, while health care professionals could lose their jobs.

by Sarah Shmitt Special to the Press Herald February 20, 2020February 19, 2020

A program for Maine high schools allows students and teachers to engage with complex ideas and have their beliefs challenged.

by Kelsey Halliday Johnson Special to the Press Herald February 19, 2020February 18, 2020

Now that the community is finally getting the acclaim that it deserves, let’s make sure that artists can afford to stay here.

by Inga Sandvoss Browne Special to the Press Herald February 18, 2020February 18, 2020

Well-run lockdown drills foster familiarity and confidence, and should not trigger anxiety among participants.

by Joseph W. McDonnell Special to the Press Herald February 17, 2020February 18, 2020

Once again we are mired in conflict between competing visions of what kind of country we are going to be.

by Peter Fromuth Special to the Telegram February 16, 2020February 15, 2020

Let’s meet Mainer to Mainer and discuss how to move ahead on state firearm restrictions that would reduce the danger to our kids.

by Richard M. Niles Special to the Press Herald February 14, 2020February 13, 2020

Cutting transportation-related emissions would also involve shuttles to parking garages and incentives to buy electric vehicles.

by Roger Bowen Special to the Press Herald February 12, 2020September 14, 2020

Democrats should take a cue from President Trump and think of an easy-to-remember moniker that hints at his greatest weakness.

by Jonette Christian Special to the Press Herald February 11, 2020February 12, 2020

We need more data on how long it takes most refugees to make enough in wages to support their families without taxpayers’ help.