Economic development, particularly in rural areas, used to be somewhat of a mystery. It doesn’t have to be, a former state economist says.
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Commentary: The ‘golden past’ is a crock. America should look to the future
The outlook of many Trump supporters sanitizes, romanticizes and elevates the “Lost Cause” of the antebellum South.
Community Compass: Some questions about the Winslow school bond
Voters are being asked to borrow a lot of money for projects to benefit a shrinking number of students.
Don Roberts: From Russia with malice
Problems with the internet cast a shadow over politics, and Trump’s poor choice comes back to haunt him.
Community Compass: The truth about the vote in Belgrade
A fact sheet being circulated by supporters of local Question 1 is full of misrepresentations, a resident says.
Community Compass: Please turn out for Winslow school bond vote
It is important that the Town Council know what the people want, and that voters set an example for others.
Tom Waddell: Protect the citizen initiative
Sign the petition to save ranked-choice voting, and send a signal that the Legislature must follow the will of the voters.
Community Compass: Gazebo forms Oakland centerpiece
Lakeview Memorial Park would be an original and appropriate name for the gazebo.
Community Compass: Pass the Winslow school bond
The $10.3 million bond is a smart investment in the town’s future.
Maine Compass: People’s process lets Maine benefit from new gaming opportunity
Question 1 will fuel job growth and economic expansion, says the casino campaign’s counsel.