opinion Archives - The Portland Press Herald

The Maine Millennial: Dating without drinks is tricky

by Victoria Hugo-Vidal March 1, 2020March 1, 2020

For a recovering alcoholic, courtship can create a number of pitfalls.

by Michael Bourque Special to the Telegram March 1, 2020February 28, 2020

The prevalence of heart attacks among working-age people means we should all know how to prevent, recognize and respond to them.

by Jim Fossel March 1, 2020February 29, 2020

The state should have a well-regulated competition among gaming companies, not a protected monopoly for the few.

by Jim Fabiano Special to the Telegram March 1, 2020February 29, 2020

A long wait in a big-box store pushes one Maine couple to take the plunge into a brave new world.

by MaryBeth Gagne and Doug Hall Special to the Telegram March 1, 2020February 29, 2020

Even people with good, union-negotiated insurance are struggling to pay their health care bills.

by The Editorial Board March 1, 2020February 28, 2020

Since not everyone will be allowed to use or sell marijuana, someone will have to pay attention to illegal trafficking.

by Robert Skoglund February 29, 2020February 28, 2020

I no longer take off my hat when I walk into a store (but I won’t wear a baseball cap to a funeral).

by Rep. Craig Hickman and Adan Abdikadir Special to the Press Herald February 29, 2020February 29, 2020

Black History Month serves as a reminder to not only reflect on the harm done but also to take action – starting with closing Long Creek.

by Los Angeles Times February 29, 2020February 28, 2020

Justifiable doubts exist about whether the Taliban’s possible return to power will provide a haven for al-Qaida and erase gains for women and girls.

by The Editorial Board February 28, 2020February 27, 2020

To ensure justice for others, they deal with disturbing evidence of the ugliest crimes our state sees.