My conversations with members of the Midcoast Youth Activists have me feeling a lot better about our country’s future.
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Maine’s ‘rainy day’ fund, explained
Lawmakers are making competing calls to tap into the fund, which has mostly grown in recent years.
Revising Maine’s school funding formula will be trickier than it looks | Douglas Rooks
State lawmakers need to proceed with caution here.
Geography shouldn’t keep Mainers from their meds | Letter
I would like to ask everyone to stop for a moment and consider the term “pharmacy desert.” It’s when an individual needs to drive 10 miles or more to get to the closest pharmacy to them. Maine is currently the state with the highest population of older adults. For those who are not able to […]
Graham Platner has the best chance | Letter
Western Kennebec County Indivisible is a local group aligned with a nationwide grassroots progressive movement in the U.S., founded in 2016. The purpose of this movement is to resist the extremist agenda now so prevalent in our U.S. government, using local advocacy, community building and political action. Our focus is defending our communities, democracy, the […]
The candidate who defeats Susan Collins will be highly strategic | Letter
In order to own the story and win the day, a successful opponent will need to be prepared for political games and schemes.
The best breakfast and brunch spots in Greater Portland
When it comes to the first meal of the day, people love the familiar.
The best bakeries and cafes in Greater Portland
Readers and food experts tell us their favorite places to indulge in pastries, baked goods and coffee.
The best bars and breweries in Greater Portland
From fancy to casual, here’s where readers and experts like to grab a brew or sip a cocktail.
The 32 best restaurants in Greater Portland: Print the list and BINGO card
Print this version to keep track of where you’ve eaten and where you’d like to eat.