I am a supporter of Angus King III for governor because of his stance on climate change and how he intends to use renewable energy to decrease the power cost escalation we are seeing in Maine. Clean energy has proven to be the lowest-cost way to enlarge energy supply, increase reliability and reduce carbon emissions […]
Posted inOutdoors, Sports
There are many factors holding up warbler season
Weather is a big reason why you are seeing, or not seeing, certain birds this spring.
Posted inLetters to the Editor
Transparency is critical in MainePERS hiring | Letter
Members need strong, independent leadership, not a continuation of insular recruitment patterns that risk reinforcing existing practices.
Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion, Steve Collins
Civil rights pioneer Gerald Talbot’s legacy is a better, fairer Maine | Steve Collins
Our state’s first Black legislator will be remembered for a remarkable record. Maine should renew its commitment to the reforms he championed.
Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
Changes to Maine’s school funding formula long overdue | Opinion
While significant work remains, the Legislature made important progress this session.
Posted inFact Brief, Maine, News
Are OUI checkpoints unconstitutional? | Fact brief
The Fourth Amendment’s protection against unreasonable searches places limits on how police can conduct checkpoints.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Life & Culture, Things to Do
6 Maine events this week include roller derby and an ABBA tribute
Also, see the musical ‘Little Shop of Horrors’ in Damariscotta.
Posted inBaseball, Softball, Sports, Tennis, Track & Field, Varsity Maine
Looking ahead to a new tennis champ, and other things Varsity Maine is interested in this week
Also, several softball teams are on the rise, and a big track meet takes place Saturday.
Posted inLetters to the Editor
Remember, unenrolled voters can vote in Maine primaries | Letter
Maine has a large population — approximately 30% — of registered voters who are not enrolled with either major party. As of 2022, when the bill was passed into law, unaffiliated/unenrolled registered voters are eligible to vote in Maine primaries. When voters go to the polls or request a mail-in or absentee ballot, they declare […]
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Life & Culture, Maine, News, Things to Do
All Roads Music Festival makes its Portland debut with big acts, 10 venues
The lineup includes Mon Rovîa, The Beaches, Momma and Bahamas along with many local acts.