Our View: Maine budget’s drama-free passage a good sign

Our system doesn't require everyone to agree on everything, but it's most effective when the parties work together.

Our View: Family, schools tackle missed days together

Anson-based School Administrative District 74 has had success with its positive approach to chronic absenteeism.

Our View: Welcome home, asylum seekers

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

Our View: On migrants, state should follow Portland’s lead

Helping asylum seekers now will pay off for Maine's future.

Our View: Lobster gear changes not yet warranted

If the federal government is going to force such a drastic change, it better show that Maine gear is killing whales.

Our View: Maine’s open-meeting laws exist for the public

When members of a public board get together to work on public business, the public should be notified.

Our View: Maine ready to power up solar industry

A bill before the Legislature would encourage the growth of an industry that's ready to grow.

Our View: Recurring need to borrow shows trouble with Maine’s road system

Selling bonds to maintain a failing transportation system will not move our state in the right direction.

View from Away: 30 years after Tiananmen, oppressive Chinese state remains

Our View: Where were regulators as opioids spread?

A lawsuit against Purdue Pharma is welcome, but the company should have been stopped years ago.