Opinion

Published
May 14, 2023

Commentary: Maine nonprofits depend on local, independent news

Without independent reporting under local stewardship, too many Mainers would remain in the dark about critical issues affecting our communities.
Published
May 13, 2023

Commentary: Foster parents need paid family and medical leave, too

Any parent welcoming a new child into their home should be able to solely focus on that child and have time to fully adjust to such a huge transition.
Published
May 13, 2023

Commentary: New bill will help prevent sexual assault in the Maine National Guard

L.D. 1783 will collect data, amend the Victims’ Compensation Fund to better support survivors, further assist those who have experienced trauma and adopt a paid leave provision.
Published
May 12, 2023

Giving Voice: What makes Oasis Free Clinics special
Published
May 12, 2023

Talia Mirel: Pine Tree Power for a more sustainable Maine

Published
May 12, 2023

Just a Little Old: On Curt Dale Clark’s amazing 10-year run with Maine State Music Theatre
Published
May 12, 2023

Our View: Crisis in Sanford further exposes Maine’s underpreparedness

Successive calls for coordination of asylum seekers at the state level have led to nothing. What took place in Sanford this week will continue happening if this inaction continues.
Published
May 12, 2023

Commentary: This Teacher Appreciation Week, educators deserve support from lawmakers

Maine Democrats are backing a number of measures to support teachers, empower students and promote an environment where every student is valued.
Published
May 12, 2023

Commentary: In state with dispersed tribal land, ‘full sovereignty’ seems unworkable

Rather than seeking to legislate this ill-defined status, Maine tribal leaders will be better served by putting on the table concrete proposals expanding tribal rights.
Published
May 11, 2023

Danny Tyree: Have you heard of after school Satan clubs?