Important work lies ahead for the Portland Housing Authority | Opinion
As the agency’s new executive director, I’m ready to get to work in bringing all the relevant voices together.
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Maine needs a new approach to property tax | Opinion
When a community is forced to argue over the last few thousand dollars in a multimillion-dollar school budget, the problem isn’t the people around the table. The problem is the system itself.
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Vermont cools off Maine women’s basketball shooters in biggest game of the season
The Black Bears shot under 30% from the floor in the America East women’s basketball championship game.
Maine should consider a statewide teacher contract | Opinion
A solid contract would address core compensation and benefits while leaving the rest to local boards.
Maine needs to change its work zone signage | Opinion
It doesn’t make sense to disrupt the free flow of traffic in zones where there are no workers out. It’s like crying wolf.
Maine’s retailers deserve realistic tax policies | Opinion
The proposed repeal of the Business Equipment Tax Reimbursement program fundamentally misunderstands how modern retail operates.
UMaine, BC men’s hockey teams face off with seasons on the line
Both teams began the season with NCAA tournament aspirations, but one team’s season will end Friday in the Hockey East quarterfinals.
Angus King could become governor. No, the other Angus King. | Steve Collins
Recent polling makes me worried that Maine voters are going to see a name they know, maybe even like, and not think twice.
Strict online privacy rules would threaten Maine’s minor league sports | Opinion
If the measure passes, it would severely limit our ability to reach prospective and even existing fans, complicating an already challenging financial landscape.
Trump has taken us to war without a reason or a plan | Douglas Rooks
The wounds of Vietnam and Iraq run deep. The president’s action against Iran may join them.
He’s been to every town in Maine, mostly for something to say. | Column
Wanting fodder for a future obituary, Jeff Hewett gave himself a challenge: Visit every municipal office in the state and take a picture to prove he’d been there.
Maine, Vermont women’s basketball meet again for title, NCAA bid
Friday’s America East final is the ninth conference championship game between the two teams.
Janet Mills is hardly the ‘safe’ candidate in Maine’s Senate race | Opinion
Recent polling bears that out.
Fund the Eviction Prevention Program and keep Maine kids at home | Opinion
Legislators have a choice in this year’s budget: invest in solutions that keep families together or let high rents drive them into crisis.
On behalf of my transgender daughter, I’m dreading November in Maine | Opinion
A vote against her participation in school sports would have devastating effects. Please support her and others at the ballot box.
If we want things to improve, we will have to be civil | Opinion
When we’re shouting over one another, we can’t make progress.
We must not cap what Maine hospitals can charge | Opinion
If passed, a bill capping charges to commercial insurers will result in hospital closures, diminished care for patients and decreased economic activity. No margin, no mission.
Northern Maine is a very fine place for a data center | Opinion
To Van Buren and beyond!
UMaine women’s basketball team just 1 win away from NCAA tournament
Adrianna Smith scores 26 points and grabs 12 rebounds as the Black Bears earn a spot in the America East championship game.
Nirav Shah’s performance during the pandemic was a disappointment | Opinion
Maine’s next governor must be fair and data-based in a crisis. I don’t think Shah can be that governor.
Angus King is right about war with Iran | Steve Collins
Maine’s junior senator has some serious questions about the Trump administration’s handling of the conflict. So do I.
In confronting domestic violence, Maine must focus on men | Opinion
Too many women are in jeopardy and too many men are striking out. It may be time for a new approach.
Maine needs to do what is right for the next generation of workers | Opinion
Making free community college permanent and getting serious about the skilled trades are good places to start.
Political polling in Maine is big news. I’m urging caution. | Opinion
Although it’s hard to get excited about the ins and outs of sample sizing and the margin of error, we must take care not to put excess credence in topline results.
When it comes to ranked choice voting, Maine has unfinished business | Opinion
It’s time to expand the system to include the gubernatorial election.
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A column on what this column is and how it’s done. Meta!
The Trumpstein class is solidifying its power. What are the rest of us going to do about it? | Opinion
For years, President Trump has said that ‘the system’ is rigged. He’s right about that — and wrong about who’s doing the rigging.