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Published
November 20, 2021

The humble Farmer: Country store conversations lose none of their wit online

There’s nothing like it for talking about who wrote ‘Tell Aunt Rhody,’ comparing Venice to Monhegan or confessing to blanket hogging.
Published
November 20, 2021

Maine Voices: Advent vigil at BIW recognizes that this is a time for peace

On the next four Saturdays, join us for an hour in Bath to raise awareness of the need for a disarmed world.
Published
November 19, 2021

Maine Voices: Working together to break the cycle of youth homelessness

The scope of this problem is daunting, but major efforts are underway in Maine to address it – involving partners across various sectors and youth who’ve been there.
Published
November 19, 2021

Commentary: We’re facing a supreme threat of gun violence

If the Supreme Court rules against licensing laws like New York state’s, then anyone who legally owns a gun might be able to carry it in public.
Published
November 19, 2021

Commentary: Focus on hearing aids, not a questionable Alzheimer’s drug

Alzheimer’s groups will help far more people by promoting hearing aids and a healthy lifestyle than by touting Aduhelm.

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Published
November 18, 2021

Maine Voices: Confessions of a reluctant Question 1 opponent

The retroactivity-focused campaign almost pushed me into voting ‘yes.’ Why didn't power line backers bring up the climate change implications?
Published
November 18, 2021

Commentary: Are public meetings getting stale? How one city is opening them up

By replacing public comment periods with small-group dialogue sessions, Portsmouth, N.H., city councilors are promoting more engagement.
Published
November 17, 2021

Leonard Pitts: Anti-vaxxers use deeply offensive symbol to play-act at victimhood

By wearing yellow Stars of David, these self-obsessed whiners are co-opting pain that doesn’t belong to them.
Published
November 17, 2021

Maine Voices: It’s past time to see climate change education for the urgent need it is

With the Maine Legislative Council’s support Nov. 18, the full Legislature can consider advancing this key priority.
Published
November 17, 2021

Maine Med president: How to help ensure that MMC will still be there for you

Get vaccinated, demand investment in caregiver education and mental health, and support a funding model that will boost pay for CNAs.