Some local officials want to limit needle exchange programs that public health officials say are crucial to reducing the spread of blood-borne diseases.
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Posted inNews
Lisbon Falls farm uses leftover crops to help hungry neighbors
Amid an uptick in need for food assistance, ‘gleaning’ is helping bridge the gap in Androscoggin County, and beyond.
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Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Maine must stand up to CMP | Opinion
Regulators need to protect the interests of Maine’s people against the profit-driven motives of the energy giant.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Private market assets can help Mainers retire better | Opinion
A proposed rule that would expand this option to private-sector employees could transform things for the better.
Posted inLetters
Condemn Trump’s shameful words to Somalis | Letter
“Irish need not apply.” My parents told me about this sign that was common in shop windows advertising for help in the 1930s. It seems we have made no progress since then. Our president shamefully called out our Somali neighbors in a truly disgusting manner earlier this month. History will condemn him for that. […]
Posted inBusiness, Leslie Bridgers, Life & Culture, Maine
6 purchases from the Portland Renys that changed my life | Column
The downtown store, closing at the end of the month, always had something you didn’t know you needed.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Do This, Life & Culture
5 Maine events this week include film, music and hockey
The UMaine women’s hockey team takes on Brown University in Portland.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Do This, Life & Culture, Maine
Fireworks, music and parties: 15 ways to ring in the new year in Maine
New Year’s Eve events include an indoor beach party and community celebrations.
Posted inFood, Life & Culture, Maine, News
This canned holiday staple was invented by a Mainer – and people have strong opinions
The debate over canned versus fresh cranberry sauce continues to rage across holiday food-laden tables.
Posted inLetters
Is the bar really so low for Maine Republicans? | Letter
Calling Rick Bennett’s support of our Somali neighbors an act of courage isn’t saying much.