opinion

Published
August 3, 2023

Susana Hancock: Saving Maine’s bees to pollinate our native crops

It’s easy to view bees and mosquitoes as pests. But ahead of Wild Blueberry Weekend, it’s worth learning about the powerful role they can play in our ecosystems.
Published
August 3, 2023

Another View: Are Republicans tired of the Trump show yet?

The former president’s (latest) indictment shows he’s hopelessly unfit to return to office. The party still has time to move on.
Published
August 2, 2023

The Conversation: Is Congress on a witch hunt? 5 ways to judge whether oversight hearings are legitimate or politicized
Published
August 2, 2023

Commentary: Repurposing land is necessary for Portland’s survival

By consolidating various business and industrial zones into a new, inclusive district, we can unlock the full potential of available land for housing expansion.
Published
August 2, 2023

Clarence Page: Jason Aldean’s dream is my nightmare

Aldean’s controversial hit song ‘Try That In a Small Town’ fuels far right sentiments that stoke tribal anger, fears, resentments and suspicions.

Published
August 2, 2023

Commentary: The city of Portland needs to answer our questions regarding homeless encampments

Portland is at a tipping point, and many are concerned that it is following the path of other cities that are overwhelmed by open-door policies.
Published
August 1, 2023

Michael Reagan: The GOP’s presidential debate will not be great again
Published
August 1, 2023

Elwood Watson: Conservatives are the latest in a long line of Barbie critics
Published
August 1, 2023

Commentary: Coastal real estate can’t seem to price climate risk

Too few homebuyers have the right information to make decisions amid rising sea levels. Some states are moving in the right direction, but not enough.
Published
August 1, 2023

Maine Voices: Are heat pump consumers getting the benefit of federal, state incentive programs?

While I don’t begrudge installers getting a share of the opportunity created by both strong demand and government support of heat pumping technology, rebates are for consumers.