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Maine does not need to choose between tourism and energy | Opinion

by Rep. Gerry Runte March 1, 2026February 26, 2026

Vacationland or Generationland? The state can be both, if it plans wisely.

by Carol Khalil February 28, 2026February 27, 2026

Sen. Susan Collins’ support for the SAVE Act directly contradicts the statement against voting restrictions that Maine voters made last year.

March is a transition month, bringing welcome gifts and plenty of memories, Amy Calder writes.

The clash between Republican Bobby Charles and Democrat Troy Jackson only occasionally put issues ahead of insults.

Let’s not rob ourselves of future prosperity.

by Dr. Elizabeth Tréhu February 27, 2026February 26, 2026

The senator’s support of the SAVE America Act goes directly against state voters’ strong statement against voting restrictions in 2025.

by James McGuire February 27, 2026February 26, 2026

The past many people long for is less historical reality than selective daydream.

by Marla Hoffman February 27, 2026February 26, 2026

The statistics circulating in the wake of James Van Der Beek’s untimely death are circulating for a reason — one I know all too well.

by Jon Kachmar and Erin Witham February 26, 2026February 26, 2026

From city trails to Downeast forests, conservation is delivering a meaningful return across our state.

by Douglas Rooks February 26, 2026February 25, 2026

The state should take full control of this and future wind energy projects so it can meet its own needs first.