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Maine Voices: Near-shutdown of refugee resettlement program is bad for Portland

New Americans make the city more prosperous, our schools more diverse and our restaurant scene more interesting.

by Jason Judd August 28, 2019August 28, 2019

Growing our talent pool will take commitment to making sure all Maine people have the educational preparation to succeed in the workplace.

by Dan Kleban August 27, 2019August 27, 2019

The recent pledge of social responsibility is no silver bullet, but it’s a welcome step in the right direction.

by The Editorial Board August 22, 2019August 22, 2019

Wood fiber insulation and bridge supports are restoring jobs that were lost to declines in the paper industry.

by Dan Morris August 15, 2019August 15, 2019

Before imposing new rules, study whether there is a relationship between right whale deaths and fishing gear.

by Dana Connors July 10, 2019December 27, 2019

The Fairness for High-Skilled Immigrants Act would benefit our state’s economy and its job creators.

by The Editorial Board June 16, 2019December 27, 2019

The short-term disruption of a large number of immigrants should not obscure the real meaning of this event.

by Sandy Carder and Robert Butler June 8, 2019June 7, 2019

L.D. 1711 would remove arbitrary barriers and allow municipalities to lower energy costs and stabilize budgets.

by Thom Harnett and Joanna Bozuwa June 6, 2019June 6, 2019

Any returns would go back into the general fund or be used to improve service quality and lower prices.

by Abby Cook May 27, 2019May 28, 2019

Small food producers have demonstrated the demand, but will need some help to scale their operations.