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Commentary: Real estate boom signals new in-migration to Maine. Let’s hope we’re ready

by Alan Caron Special to the Telegram February 28, 2021February 27, 2021

It’s the result of a strong brand, a virus and our own responsible action. The challenge: making it work for the people who were here all along.

Party leaders should focus on winning elections, not enforcing ideological purity.

by Los Angeles Times February 27, 2021February 26, 2021

The Supreme Court shouldn’t create a loophole in the Fourth Amendment.

by Capt. Bruce White and Gail R. Kulp Special to the Press Herald February 27, 2021February 26, 2021

Knowing the facts about cold-water immersion – and wearing a life jacket – might help to save your own life.

by Ellen Griswold, Heather Spalding and Andrew Blunt Special to the Press Herald February 27, 2021February 26, 2021

L.D. 437 will be vital to ensuring that Maine farmers and ecosystems thrive despite a changing climate.

by Robert Skoglund February 27, 2021March 1, 2021

No more excuses for not visiting the hardware store to get what’s needed to fix the toilet tank.

by The Editorial Board February 26, 2021February 26, 2021

Selectmen in the town of Paris are among those making a mockery of rights won by people with disabilities.

by Joshua Rosen Special to the Press Herald February 26, 2021February 25, 2021

The FDA bans gay male blood donors as a class, while others who engage in significantly higher-risk activity are still permitted to donate blood.

by Doyle McManus Los Angeles Times February 26, 2021February 25, 2021

There’s a reason Democrats treat the senator from West Virginia with deference: He’s their 50th vote.

by David Woodsome Special to the Press Herald February 26, 2021February 25, 2021

The limit on the public institutions is unnecessary and arbitrary, and it restricts education options for families with less money.