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Maine Voices: It’s past time to see climate change education for the urgent need it is

by Ania Wright and Luke Truman Special to the Press Herald November 17, 2021November 17, 2021

With the Maine Legislative Council’s support Nov. 18, the full Legislature can consider advancing this key priority.

by Carmen Black For the Los Angeles Times November 16, 2021November 16, 2021

Are we ready for large numbers of people acting in ways that risk immediate harm caused by a serious disease?

by Michael Bigos and Elizabeth Kayatta Special to the Press Herald November 15, 2021November 15, 2021

A change in Maine law has lifted the statute of limitations for abusive acts committed against people born before Aug. 11, 1970.

by Peter Bridgman Special to the Telegram November 14, 2021November 13, 2021

When people assert their right to ignore public health guidance, they put the immunosuppressed – like me – at risk.

by Rev. Richard Killmer and Nate Rauh-Bieri Special to the Telegram November 14, 2021November 13, 2021

It accomplished a lot, though the national goals don’t cut emissions enough to limit warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius.

by Celine-Marie Pascale American University November 14, 2021November 18, 2021

The federal poverty line does not capture the economic hardship that half of Americans face.

by Victoria Hugo-Vidal November 14, 2021November 13, 2021

A Portland City Council race shows we should be more prepared the next time voters don’t produce a winner on Election Day.

The big vote on Question 1 could open an electoral corridor for an independent candidate for governor next year.

The ‘Liberty Counsel Nine’ aren’t seeking protection from retribution. They’re hiding from common sense.

by Donna Bailey Special to the Press Herald November 13, 2021November 16, 2021

Symptom awareness of carcinoid cancer, my husband’s killer, is the key to earlier diagnoses, which can in turn save lives.