How safe do we feel? There may be as many answers as people.
Bill Nemitz
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Bill Nemitz: Maine wildlife chief no stranger to drama like the great black hawk flap
A winter storm knocked the bird from its perch in Portland’s Deering Oaks and a group of heroic souls came to the rescue.
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Bill Nemitz: In Maine, kindness is returning – one act at a time
From the Blaine House to the post office, the anger appears to be dissipating.
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Bill Nemitz: Dangerous times at Cheverus High
In 1978 and 1979, no fewer than five predatory men worked simultaneously at the school.
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Bill Nemitz: Sen. Collins should stand up to the leaders of her party
The current federal shutdown is a bad idea. How about doing something about it, Senator?
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Bill Nemitz: It’s a day for trailblazers – past, present and future
As Janet Mills prepares to take the oath to become Maine’s first female governor, she recalls the encouragement she received as a child from another pioneer, Margaret Chase Smith.
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Bill Nemitz: Feathered friends offer respite from chaos
Of chickadees, loons and a great black hawk, and their capacity to thrill us.
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Bill Nemitz: Clinic a ray of hope for those with failing sight
A not-so-retired ophthalmologist and the Iris Network’s Low Vision Clinic are there for people who need more than eyeglasses.
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Bill Nemitz: She lost her legs when an elderly driver hit her. Today she’s thankful, not angry.
For Terri Anthoine and Robert Carson, life changed forever in a Portland parking lot on the afternoon of Dec. 13.
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Bill Nemitz: After votes are counted, Shawn Moody and Bruce Poliquin present a study in contrast
In defeat, Moody took the high road; so far, at least, defeated 2nd District Rep. Poliquin has not.