maine voices Archives - The Portland Press Herald

Maine Voices: U.S. Supreme Court weighs Janus v. AFSCME: Freedom for workers?

by Charles Scontras Special to the Press Herald March 17, 2018March 16, 2018

The decision may prove to be historic because most union workers are now found in the public sector.

by Marcia Goldenberg Special to the Press Herald March 16, 2018March 16, 2018

There are many types and degrees of mind disorders, and those who have them are rarely a threat to others.

by By MARY CAPOBIANCO SPECIAL TO THE PRESS HERALD March 15, 2018March 15, 2018

Staying at home because of bad weather is not a reason to avoid a productive instructional day.

by Karen Sanford Special to the Press Herald March 14, 2018March 14, 2018

City officials are finally beginning to push back against the encroachment of offices and hotels.

by Alan Haley Special to the Press Herald March 13, 2018March 12, 2018

Maine Learning Results failed, and the present version will ultimately follow the same path.

by Robert F. Lyons Special to the Press Herald March 12, 2018March 12, 2018

We should celebrate by honoring both our rebel Irish and revolutionary Yankee patriots.

by Christopher Lyman Special to the Telegram March 11, 2018March 9, 2018

Images like those used in two Maine towns lump all indigenous peoples together, instead of respecting diverse cultures.

by Donald Zillman Special to the Press Herald March 10, 2018March 9, 2018

These days look peaceful and prosperous when compared to those of 1918.

by Emma Hargreaves Special to the Press Herald March 9, 2018March 9, 2018

America’s youth are afraid because we have seen too many yearbook photos beside condolence messages.

by Anna Nutter Special to the Press Herald March 8, 2018March 8, 2018

Russia has caught up, and then some. But Americans are unlikely to see it as a socially Western country.