Amsterdam has a history of pragmatic solutions to social problems — ideas that often seemed immoral at the time – and this is the latest example.
January 2014
California woman who wore Google Glass while driving wins court challenge
A San Diego traffic court throws out the citation because the officer could not provide proof the device was in operation.
Maine Marine Patrol christens 38-foot boat
The $400,000 boat replaces a vessel that was struck by lightning last summer.
Michaud has fundraising edge in early race for Maine governor
Campaign finance reports filed Wednesday draw attention as Michaud and Cutler compete for donors.
NBA: Celtics top Raptors send 9-game skid
Jared Sullinger scored 25 points and grabbed a career-best 20 rebounds, Avery Bradley had 20 points and the BostonCeltics held on to snap a nine-game losing streak with an 88-83 victory over the Toronto Raptors on Wednesday night.
Bates, Bowdoin presidents participate in White House summit
They join President Obama and college leaders to discuss making higher education more accessible.
Archdiocese of Chicago to release files on priests in sex-abuse cases
Victims hope new light will be shed on what the Catholic church knew – or did not know – about the abuse.
Bill seeks to grow solar energy projects in Maine
Under the legislation, the state would study solar power’s financial value and set goals for certain amounts of generation.
OUR OPINION: Maine youths need help easing transition from care to college
Support for College Step Up will pay off for both the state and former foster kids.