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Columns

Published
June 21, 2016

Charles Lawton: Our state’s entrepreneurial ecosystem should look outside Maine

Getting Massachusetts entrepreneurs to think of Maine as a good place to bring new companies would be a great way to galvanize economic development.
Published
June 20, 2016

Maine Voices: Prioritizing early childhood education would pay off for children, Maine

Creating a comprehensive statewide system would invest in Maine's youngsters when it is most effective.
Published
June 19, 2016

Commentary: How should Mainers deal with cultural divide over guns?

In rural Maine, guns are considered tools. But weapons acquired here can be put to deadly use elsewhere.
Published
June 19, 2016

Alan Caron: Don’t let Donald Trump ruin your summer

Right now, Republicans have more to worry about than Democrats.
Published
June 19, 2016

Cynthia Dill: The courage of her convictions

In speaking out on guns, Portland restaurant owner Anne Verrill put her money where her mouth is.

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Published
June 19, 2016

Maine Observer: The deeper meaning of ‘congratulations’

When a teacher retires, there is far more to congratulate him or her for than simply launching into the next stage of life.
Published
June 19, 2016

Maine Voices: Citizens can help prevent terrorism

Last week in Santa Monica, Calif., a report of suspicious activity led to the arrest of a heavily armed man heading for a gay pride parade.
Published
June 18, 2016

Maine Voices: Memories come tumbling out during dive into overstuffed clothes closet

Fifty years' worth of shirts, pants, and caps revive fond thoughts of sports victories and outdated fashion.
Published
June 18, 2016

Port City Post: Silence feels right after yet another horrific shooting

But when I felt like speaking up, I wrote to two people who can do something about this mess: Maine's U.S. senators.
Published
June 18, 2016

Commentary: One of the last ducktails left in captivity is running for president

If the Republican Party nominates Donald Trump, the only greatness he knows about is himself.