Opinion

Published
March 7, 2023

Commentary: Maine should shun initiatives to industrialize our coastal communities, waters

Restoration and protection efforts will sustain and strengthen our local fishing economies, cultures and marine ecosystems.
Published
March 7, 2023

Commentary: My dream that women would lead Maine is now a reality

What’s on the menu for our state this International Women’s Day? Quite a bit.
Published
March 7, 2023

Maine Voices: A Catholic in the pews responds to the diocesan legal strategy

As victims continue to struggle with the pain of past abuse, I urge Bishop Deeley to acknowledge them in his own voice, not that of an attorney.
Published
March 7, 2023

John L. Micek: Venus, Jupiter and the humbling reminder of our own place in creation
Published
March 7, 2023

Elwood Watson: ‘Dilbert’ creator shows racial progress still needed in America

Published
March 6, 2023

The Conversation: Americans remain hopeful about democracy despite fears of its demise – and are acting on that hope
Published
March 6, 2023

Letters to the editor: Brunswick school budget out of control; Climate crisis needs attention
Published
March 6, 2023

Danny Tyree: Are you reading enough comic strips?
Published
March 5, 2023

Another View: Supreme Court should not remove lifeline for those drowning in student debt

While solving the problem will involve other measures – including reducing the costs of higher education and more emphasis on non-college opportunities – loan forgiveness is critical.
Published
March 5, 2023

Maine Voices: UMaine System tuition waiver would benefit students, taxpayers alike

Not only would it help keep Mainers out of debt, but it would also help build a better-educated workforce, making our state more able to attract and retain businesses.