As long as communities can decide for themselves, bars and restaurants should be allowed to stay open an hour later this summer.

A bill that would direct more state funds into local shelters is a good place to start.

Roads are sandy, bikers are rusty and motorists don’t see motorcycles.

Legislators must plan and carry out an effective strategy to enable more Mainers to access treatment.

Shootings and stabbings get attention, but they do not detract from a crime rate that is low and getting lower.

Despite opponents’ dire claims, same-sex unions have only meant more people can take part in the institution.

Even the small spending increases necessary to maintain a good school system place a heavy burden on taxpayers.

Take a moment to honor the Mainers who gave their lives on behalf of our country.

Parents who opt out of vaccination also should opt out of sending their kids to school.