I am writing in support of a Waterville rental property registration ordinance (“Waterville City Council delays vote on housing rental registration ordinance,” Jan. 17). The intent of the proposal is to promote safe housing. It would be nice to believe that all rental properties are up to city and state codes, and that every landlord […]

In the midst of Maine’s winter season, many people across our state are struggling to stay warm given the surge in home heating and energy costs. I heard from countless residents of our district about their needs, and am proud to say the Legislature delivered relief in a bipartisan manner. This was such an important […]

A “little known” Maine state law protects consumers against being sold defective goods within four years of sale. Until recently, I had no idea it existed.

Turbulent times have given rise to fundamental questions about our future individual and collective security. This has brought considerable attention to the concept of well-being, generating a range of explanations as to what it means and why it is important, especially in the realm of public policy. The World Health Organization defines well-being as “enabling […]

The density-focused zoning legislation passed last year offered an unsettling preview of the direction we’re headed in.