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Commentary: Maine’s history of fighting hunger is inspiring

by William Lambers July 1, 2023June 30, 2023

By donating food to Europe after World War II, Maine made a momentous contribution to peace. Today’s Mainers should follow this powerful example of generosity.

Editorials, Opinion

Our View: Senate way off base on MaineCare for noncitizens

by The Editorial Board June 30, 2023June 30, 2023

You want to talk about price tags? Excluding low-income noncitizens from routine health care comes with an unacceptable financial and social cost.

Op-Eds, Opinion

Ben Bragdon: Maine voters deserve more from Susan Collins than a defense of Donald Trump

by Ben Bragdon June 30, 2023June 30, 2023

Collins, a longtime member of the Senate Intelligence Committee, should recognize the severity of the former president’s actions.

Op-Eds, Opinion

Maine Compass: Maine Trails Bond will protect state’s most precious resources

by Matthew Foster June 28, 2023June 27, 2023

Why does the Maine Trails Bond (L.D. 1156) legislation deserve our support? As a state that cultivates so much economic value from the outdoor recreation industry, L.D. 1156 is the catalyst we need to help establish and maintain the infrastructure Maine needs to meet the demand of its adventure seeking residents and visitors. In a […]

Maine Voices, Opinion

Maine Voices: Long after Hollywood left Cliff Island, props will prove useful

by Susan Q. Stranahan From the Press Herald June 28, 2023June 27, 2023

The tradition of hanging on to something lives on – this time, in the form of Bette Davis’ gloves, which will be the focus of a benefit auction.

Maine Voices, Opinion

Maine Voices: Scientists, engineers should lead the fight against climate change

by Arthur B. Weissman From the Press Herald June 27, 2023June 27, 2023

National governments aren’t capable of meeting the Paris targets. The crisis derives from technical issues, and resolving it is ultimately a technical matter.