Told to stay out of the sun, humble is grateful for a young neighbor who likes weeding, picking carrots and repairing things bought at the dump store.
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Our View: Look for ways to celebrate safely in Maine on the Fourth
Even though many traditional events won’t happen this year, there are still ways to enjoy our national birthday.
Maine Voices: Proposed rules would eliminate asylum protections for most New Mainers
On humane, personal and economic grounds, Mainers must speak up against these rules. A public comment period ends July 15.
Sen. Cyrway: Maine’s school resource officers are too valuable to lose
Abolishing the program will affect safety and eliminate a tool for breaking down barriers between young people and law enforcement.
Our View: Portland weighs complex issue of school safety
The Board of Education’s 7-2 votes to end its contract for school-based police in response to community concerns.
Commentary: Mainers can’t be heard when big money in politics drowns them out
The 2020 election is on pace to be Maine’s most costly – join Stand With Maine and support a constitutional amendment to allow spending limits.
Maine Voices: In the spirit of this great country, let’s beat COVID-19
‘By wearing a mask and keeping at least 6 feet apart, you are telling strangers that you care about them,’ says the owner of Bull Feeney’s.
Leonard Pitts: Russian bounty briefing or meeting with Fox stars – Trump’s choice is obvious
For every egregious misstep, the president has an excuse. Will this latest episode be a bridge too far for his supporters?
Our View: To help Maine businesses, wear a mask
Only by reducing the spread of COVID-19 can we get the economy back on track.
Sen. Sanborn: Access to affordable health coverage critical to combating, containing COVID-19
The need has never been more apparent than it is now, amid a pandemic and an economic downturn.