Maine poems edited and introduced by Megan Grumbling.
2026
Posted inMaine, News
Angolans targeted most by immigration enforcement in Maine. Community leaders tried to prevent this.
The Biden administration declined to provide legal protection for people from the Democratic Republic of Congo and Angola. Now their citizens are top targets of the deportation operation in Maine.
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Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Icicles could be hurting your home. Here’s how to prevent costly damage.
A buildup of meltwater on a roof can cause thousands of dollars worth of damage, and the risk is increased in a cold, snowy winter like the one Maine is experiencing.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Life & Culture
Space and One Longfellow Square award arts grants, fellowships
Combined, 17 were given out across the state.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Still waiting on accountability from Hyde School | Opinion
When I was a student, you used to tell us to ‘clean our consciences.’ Now it’s your turn.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Mills and Collins can save the nation if they act now | Opinion
Under the 14th Amendment, Donald Trump is ineligible to serve as president for his part in the Jan. 6 insurrection. The two Maine leaders are in a position to force the issue if they choose to do so.
Posted inLetters
Collins puts Mainers first with her approach on energy | Letter
Energy policy has a massive impact on the daily lives of Mainers. It shows up in our monthly bills and business costs. Those costs determine whether people can afford to live and work in the communities they love. That’s why Sen. Susan Collins’ practical approach to energy policy deserves recognition. Maine needs a diverse energy portfolio, and […]
Posted inLetters
Rise up and make your voices heard | Letter
Thank you for the Jan. 30 op-ed “Please stop calling it polarization.” I am tired of being called a radical Marxist communist just because I want our government to live by the words and ideals enshrined in Declaration of Independence and the Constitution. I am tired of being told I need to learn to listen […]
Posted inLetters
We are watching our democracy be destroyed | Letter
Help! America and democracy are dying! Independent (lovely and practical) Maine is being pulled down with them. Only three years ago, we were living contentedly along side our immigrants, who were working, paying taxes and joining our communities. We had health care. Our education was supported, from Head Start to university. We were helping to feed the […]
Posted inLetters
Why are Republicans so resistant to providing decent health care? | Letter
As unpredictable as Rep. Jared Golden was in his current term, I sincerely feel that my 1967 Lewiston High classmate, Paul LePage, would be worse. Paul, in refusing to back Medicaid expansion, has blocked thousands of Mainers from receiving life-saving health care. What do Republicans have against citizens receiving decent health care? Bob MennealyAuburn