maine voices Archives - The Portland Press Herald

Maine Voices: Lobstermen threatened with the extinction of their way of life

by Dan Morris Special to the Press Herald August 15, 2019August 14, 2019

Before imposing new rules, study whether there is a relationship between right whale deaths and fishing gear.

by David Alexander Special to the Press Herald August 14, 2019August 21, 2019

Many of the people we love, and the people who have contributed to our country, could trace their roots to other places.

by Tom Mikulka Special to the Press Herald August 13, 2019August 13, 2019

The best approaches take into account a vulnerable population and use effective vapor recovery technology.

by Micah Engber Special to the Press Herald August 12, 2019December 27, 2019

One South Portland resident says that it just isn’t that loud.

by Bonny Rodden Special to the Press Herald August 10, 2019August 9, 2019

Voters, politicians and religious leaders should all recognize and respond when political rhetoric goes too far.

by Rich West Special to the Press Herald August 9, 2019December 27, 2019

Imagine what could happen if politicians, banks, businesses, landlords and volunteers were similarly engaged in helping those without homes.

by Benjamin T. Collings Special to the Press Herald August 8, 2019August 7, 2019

Mainers collectively pay $257 million a year in taxes toward the arms race, exacerbating the detonation threat and diverting crucial resources.

by Rich Carreau Special to the Press Herald August 6, 2019August 6, 2019

Ineffective lawmakers, mass shootings, spiraling debt, attacks on religion – many factors contribute to national agita.

by Joseph W. McDonnell Special to the Press Herald August 5, 2019August 2, 2019

Instead of slowing China’s economy, we should do more to meet the challenge with innovation.

by Alison Jones Webb Special to the Telegram August 4, 2019August 5, 2019

A movie depicting World War I prompts a search for a home for a relic of a great-uncle’s service.