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Maine Voices: Mark Twain’s wit would help us understand King Donald’s court

by Todd R. Nelson Special to the Press Herald October 7, 2019October 6, 2019

As the Trump drama plays out, we need sharp analysis more than ever.

by Rhea Côté Robbins Special to the Telegram October 6, 2019October 4, 2019

Starting in 1910, Camille Lessard Bissonnette took a singular stand when she reached out to immigrant women in Maine and women in French Canada.

by Joanne Fryer Special to the Telegram October 6, 2019December 27, 2019

Susan Collins has done nothing worse than be a conscientious lawmaker in a partisan time.

by Mary Fannin Special to the Telegram October 6, 2019October 5, 2019

The memory of crisp autumn mornings is a cozy one for a woman who made this cold place her home.

by Victoria Hugo-Vidal October 6, 2019October 5, 2019

Tiffany Bond is using the prominence of her Senate campaign to direct contributions to worthy causes.

by Jim Fossel October 6, 2019December 27, 2019

Although it’s a small state, it could play a big role in the national drama.

The Biddeford Journal Tribune served its community for 135 years. When it ends publication this month, it will leave a void.

by David Brown Special to The Washington Post October 6, 2019October 5, 2019

Vaccine skeptics are creating a space for an eradicable disease to take hold and spread.

by The Editorial Board October 6, 2019October 5, 2019

Two killers are in prison, but the system that could have prevented their abusive acts is still not up to the task.

by Jonathan Kinney Special to the Press Herald October 5, 2019December 27, 2019

The columnist’s approach can be summed up in the words of the Queen of Hearts: ‘Sentence first – verdict afterwards.’