New federal rules adding bigger tractor-trailers to our traffic mix would lead to more serious crashes.
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Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Another View: Why was the FAA so late to deplane from Boeing’s 737 Max?
Congress should explore why the agency expressed confidence in the planes, then suddenly changed its mind.
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Posted inBusiness, Local & State
Southwest says Boeing Max 8 jets used on Baltimore-Portland route are safe
The airline says it is confident in the safety and airworthiness of the aircraft, which have been involved in 2 fatal crashes in 6 months, and will continue flying them.
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Our View: Car inspections put large number of Mainers in a tough spot
Though – for now – evidence doesn’t justify ditching the mandate, lawmakers shouldn’t dismiss the financial burden it places on many drivers.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State
Coalition to study Greater Portland transit, with eye to the future
Train, bus and ferry agencies of southern Maine want to develop a plan that will serve the area for the next 30 years.
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Another View: Time to scrap Maine’s annual vehicle inspections
Drivers here are being pushed into ever-more-expensive repairs beyond basic safety measures.
Posted inFood, Green Plate Special, Source
Eating local in Egypt means eating camel
A generous stranger shares a family recipe for camel kofta.
Posted inOutdoors, Sports
Birding: A trip to Mexico to make new friends and keep the old
Rio Lagartos on the Yucatan Peninsula offers plenty for birders.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State, News
Uber subsidiary submits lone response to Portland’s call for a bike-share system
Jump wants to put as many as 500 shared electric bicycles on city streets this year.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Commentary: Drivers in Maine, other rural areas stand to benefit the most from clean vehicles
A regional initiative now underway to cap transportation emissions has a lot to offer the state.