Living, working and shopping near petroleum storage facilities means there’s no chance to get away from pollution.
2021
Posted inBusiness, Maine
Maine gyms and fitness centers hope something works out soon to boost business
Pointing to low transmission rates even while their industry struggles, gym owners want state officials to increase customer occupancy limits.
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Posted inNation & World, News, Politics
Biden criticizes Republican approach as Congress advances relief plan
The president suggests further negotiations with Republicans would likely delay critical relief.
Posted inLetters
Letter to the editor: Puzzled by Collins’ opposition to boosting state, local aid
Why, oh why, is Sen. Susan Collins opposing the increased relief for state and local governments contained in President Biden’s $1.9 trillion economic aid package when the state and every local government in Maine will be experiencing decreased tax revenues this year because of the economic impact of COVID? Richard Kessler Bath
Posted inLetters
Letter to the editor: Keep up pressure to monitor, control tank emissions
On Feb. 10, the Maine Legislature’s Environment and Natural Resources Committee will meet to consider the possibility of writing a committee bill on aboveground storage tank emissions. The goal is legislation to require effective monitoring and control of emissions from all aboveground oil terminal storage tanks in Maine. I am a resident of Portland and […]
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Another View: Automakers backed Trump’s clean-car rollback – Biden shouldn’t bend to their wishes now
Carmakers’ support for the relaxation of vehicle standards delayed the U.S. fight to curb greenhouse-gas emissions.
Posted inMaine Voices, Op-eds, Opinion
Maine Voices: Weathering pandemic means always having a backup plan
Whether the goal is getting exercise or getting the vaccine, aging has taught me to have patience while I figure things out.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Commentary: The courts are not coming to save voting rights
More than 100 new voting restrictions have been introduced across the United States. Opponents will find it hard to stop them.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
DHHS official: Editorial overlooks strides made toward addressing child care challenges
The state of Maine is improving the quality of child care services, increasing accessibility and supporting providers.
Posted inObituaries
Obituary: Marilyn Moran
WESTBROOK – Marilyn Moran, 86, passed away peacefully on Jan. 28, 2021 at Springbrook Center in Westbrook. She was born in …