How to chip away at ICE in our communities | Opinion
Many of us went to protests to voice outrage at this winter’s immigration enforcement action in Maine. For better or worse, I chose a quieter approach.
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AI is no match for human connection in mental health care | Opinion
A bill under consideration in the Maine Legislature recognizes the value of licensed professionals over chatbots.
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Red Sox season begins, with former Portland Sea Dogs in key roles
Alumni from the Double-A team in Maine will factor heavily into Boston’s success this summer.
This Maine Celtics player goes from NCAA Division III to cusp of NBA
A Hamilton College graduate, Hank Morgan is chasing his NBA dream in the NBA G League.
Absurdities of the SAVE Act are offered in bad faith | Opinion
Here are two things the proposed legislation won’t save: democracy and lots of hassle for the American electorate.
Gorham native Wyatt Nadeau adjusting to college baseball’s toughest conference
The freshman pitcher is a weekend starter for Vanderbilt, facing many of the best teams in the country.
Maine Democrats: Don’t forget David Costello in Senate primary | Steve Collins
As the battle between Janet Mills and Graham Platner grows ever more bitter, the third candidate in the race can strike a different note.
Maine can protect its lakes, farms and bottle bill all at the same time | Opinion
A proposal to invest a portion of unclaimed bottle deposits in clean lakes and working farms will not create the doomsday scenario being portrayed by beverage distributors.
Maine’s political agenda needs to shift inward | Opinion
In working with the Trump administration, state government should keep a cautious distance.
Let’s work to improve treatment for endometriosis | Opinion
Too many women suffering with pain are told it’s normal. It’s not.
To support sexual violence survivors, Maine must support advocates | Opinion
The one-time funding that raised the advocate salary floor needs to be moved into the permanent budget.
‘We do not have a choice’: UMaine will pay its athletes to keep teams competitive
Division I sports is changing rapidly, and Maine is doing its best to keep pace.
The time to support Land for Maine’s Future is now | Opinion
Despite the lengthy list of this program’s accomplishments, our state’s funding commitment is not meeting the need.
A stable plan for electricity rates is what Maine’s cities and towns need | Opinion
We need to strike a balance, though, and remember that that cannot come at the expense of maintaining the state’s aging electric grid.
UNE has earned better than a stop sign | Opinion
Biddeford officials’ decision to freeze all development on the university’s campus is a mistake. UNE is not a problem to be managed.
America’s number crunchers confirm what my generation already knows | Victoria Hugo-Vidal
Our government’s way to pay for hospital stays for everyone covered by Medicare is going to run out in 2040. Cool.
Amateur ICE fishing shows no regard for limits | Opinion
The philosophy of Trump’s Immigration and Customs Enforcement rings familiar to me because I have seen it before.
MaineCare audit highlights need for insurance reform | Opinion
Our health care system should work for the people it was meant to serve, not for the middle layers that make it more complicated and more expensive.
Maine should not be the last state to provide victims with real-time alerts | Opinion
We need to join the rest of the country in funding a statewide automated victim notification system now.
A proud day for my family’s journalism nonprofit | Steve Collins
“Journalism is not for the faint of heart, nor for anyone trying to get rich.” But pride and even joy, I’ve learned, can come with the territory.
Colby’s growth risks outpacing its educational mission | Opinion
The college has mastered the art of institutional expansion. It has yet to articulate an equally ambitious vision for the education of its students.
Maine’s latest ballot question puts a target on trans students’ backs | Opinion
The ‘Protect Girls’ Sports’ measure is going to force a public and unfair outing of transgender youth in Maine’s schools.
Chuck Norris could have made it onto the Maine state flag. What about now? | Column
A flag featuring the action star could have united voters. It’s a shame the powers that be stood in his way.
Direct payments to student-athletes the right move for Maine, but questions remain
By opening the door to direct payments, Maine administrators acknowledge they have to change to stay competitive in Division I sports.
Investing in Maine’s land is an investment in our communities | Nature Connects
Land for Maine’s Future is helping ensure that the landscapes Mainers rely on remain healthy and resilient for generations to come.
Ending sexual violence should be a national priority | Opinion
It’s time for abuse survivors to come out of the shadows and make their voices heard. Let’s start right here in Maine.
Maine native JP Estrella is in the center of March Madness
Estrella and Tennessee will take on tournament darlings Miami on Friday afternoon in Philadelphia.