maine voices Archives - The Portland Press Herald

The key to fighting lead poisoning is in prevention, not detection

by Colleen Hennessy Special to the Press Herald January 4, 2018January 4, 2018

Children should not be used as lead testers when there is no pressure to provide lead-safe housing.

by Gregory G. "Grog" Johnson Special to the Press Herald January 3, 2018January 2, 2018

It’s important to get a head start on the building of academic and ‘character’ skills eventually needed to enlist or qualify for any career path.

by Michael Bourque Special to the Press Herald January 2, 2018January 2, 2018

Maine Employers Mutual Insurance Co. marks 25 years of success at being a safety company first.

by Fritz Spencer Special to the Press Herald January 1, 2018January 1, 2018

So save your standing ovations for a disabled child scoring big in the Special Olympics.

by Joseph de Rivera Special to the Telegram December 31, 2017December 29, 2017

Relying on a world strategy backed by armed might has cost us trillions and done little to solve international disputes.

by Jonette Christian Special to the Press Herald December 30, 2017December 29, 2017

Over the years, I gradually realized that patriotism is the emotional glue that holds us together.

by Cullen Ryan Special to the Press Herald December 29, 2017December 29, 2017

We know how to end homelessness, but it takes a community of common allies working together.

by Emily Figdor and Steven Biel Special to the Press Herald December 28, 2017December 28, 2017

Voting to improve four elementary schools was a big winner, and the skills and momentum gained are expected to boost 2018 efforts.

by Taylor Laflamme Special to the Press Herald December 27, 2017December 27, 2017

Hunters must pass safety courses to get licenses, and there’s a case to be made that drivers are more irresponsible.

Airing lots of bills with little chance of passing prevents legislators from focusing on those with significant policy impact.