In this case, parental rights have yielded to the state’s determination that a little boy isn’t being cared for properly.
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OUR OPINION: False rape allegation should not diminish concern for victims
Unreported sexual assaults, not false reports, are the real problem.
OUR OPINION: In Burton case, making sense of a senseless act
Stephanie Gebo’s death is a reminder of how hard it is for someone to leave an abuser, and how dangerous it can be once they do.
OUR OPINION: Maine, not feds, at fault in Riverview funding mess
The DHHS commissioner is blaming others when she should be focusing on competent management.
OUR OPINION: Thumbs up, thumbs down
Trouble in Anson, women in Ranger School make the news this week.
OUR OPINION: Soft drinks are part of healthy diet — if you don’t drink ’em
Coca-Cola turns to scientists it pays to tell people they should just exercise more and not worry about their diets.
OUR OPINION: Maine’s lead strategy should focus on prevention
The state shouldn’t wait until more children are poisoned to act.
OUR OPINION: Canada provinces offer road map for local government in Maine
Nova Scotia and New Brunswick have been consolidating services for years, they have learned a lot.
OUR OPINION: LePage’s measured response to court ruling a good sign
The governor should mend his relationship with the Legislature and find common ground to address Maine’s big issues.
OUR OPINION: Maine’s work with juvenile offenders breeds success
The state is producing fewer young inmates, giving youthful offenders a better shot at future success.