Attorney General Aaron Frey is one of 19 attorneys general to argue that the president does not have constitutional authority to dictate election rules to the states.
2025
Maine’s Catholic diocese is tapping into solar power
The Roman Catholic Diocese of Portland has leased land to solar developers to build what are believed to be the first arrays on church property in the state.
Brick Store Museum presentation highlights Icelandic art
Featured speaker is Bruce McMillan, a Kennebunk High School graduate and member of the Icelandic Watercolor Society.
Maine senators split on vote to confirm Dr. Oz to lead Medicare, Medicaid
The Senate confirmed TV personality Mehmet Oz to lead the office that oversees health insurance programs for roughly half the country.
Rep. Laurel Libby seeks immediate restoration of her voting rights in House
The censured Republican lawmaker from Auburn is asking a judge to let her vote on legislation while her lawsuit over the discipline proceeds.
Opinion: Private business and government are a toxic mix
The current partnership between President Trump and Elon Musk is a case in point.
Letter: Augusta shows us that open discussion is a myth
When did free speech become a privilege, not a right? When did questioning power become the most dangerous activity in our State House? Rep. Laurel Libby was censured not for corruption, not for dishonesty, but for speaking up for Maine’s women and girls. Her crime? Publishing something the leaders in Augusta didn’t like. So, they […]
Letter: Collins needs to walk the walk on women’s issues
While Sen. Susan Collins honors America’s Girl Scouts in a bipartisan resolution she’s been misstepping when it comes to their futures. It is a wonderful gesture to honor programs that seek to empower girls. However, Sen. Collins’ record doesn’t consistently lay out a path toward a better future for women. Sen. Collins has voted to […]
Letter: Flag football? Green flag!
This letter is about an incredible and growing sport that both boys and girls can enjoy. That sport is flag football. I am the father of twin daughters who just turned 18. They have played flag football in the Maine Girls Flag Football league for the past five years. I have heard this story from […]
Opinion: MaineCare saved my life. We can’t let it be cut back.
Funding issues persist at both the state and federal levels. Many people will suffer if they are not addressed.