Central Maine Power is talking about a 50 percent increase in the base cost of something that we cannot live without – electricity. To collect this increase, CMP would like to include (if approved by the Maine Public Utilities Commission), a change to the fixed monthly charge on the customer’s bill, as well as an […]

According to a recent commentary in the Sunday Telegram, war is healthy for the economy and promotes peace (“War makes us safer and richer,” May 4). The author of the column admitted that billions of people have been killed throughout the centuries, and countless others have been afflicted by unspeakable tragedies. Even if his figures […]

I used to live in Monson, I’ve worked in Augusta at times and enjoy visiting my family’s cottage in Steuben. I love your state. So permit me please to voice an opinion that I deeply believe is a fact. The Department of Environmental Protection’s approval of the Canton Mountain wind project is more bad news […]

I was glad to see your article on Mother’s Day about older moms (“More U.S. women waiting to have children,” May 11). Having adopted our second child at age 39, I fall into that category. What wasn’t available to me 20 years ago that is available now is fertility preservation via egg freezing. You mention […]

Arlaina Ryder brings up an interesting point (“Letter to the editor: Woman’s abortion defense makes opposition’s point,” May 13). The issue of when life begins is one for the ages. Though some think and believe they have the answers, others don’t. Some are equally interested and adamant about our ability to ensure safe passage to […]

Mary Ann Larson of New Gloucester hit the nail on the head with her guest editorial, “Another View: LePage’s skills as a live speaker don’t make him an effective leader” (May 18). I wholeheartedly agree with her! And I’ll wager that there are many other Mainers out there who do, too. It’s time for us […]