I read Maine Turnpike Authority Executive Director Andre Briere’s letter to the editor response, “E-ZPass will take it easier on Mainers,” in the Jan. 1, 2026 paper. He stated that Maine is not a pay-by-plate facility. I’d like to ask Mr. Briere why. Many other states are pay-by-plate. It’s obvious that the Maine Turnpike Authority […]

The list of problems to solve in health care may seem endless: health care workforce shortages, affordability concerns, an aging population and the steady rise in chronic conditions. As a physician associate (PA) who has served our state for over 10 years, I know there is no single solution to the challenges we face in Maine and throughout the country. However, each step forward can make […]

I had the opportunity to dance (Zumba!) to the song “Auld Lang Syne” today, the very first day of 2026. The words are hundreds of years old, penned by Robert Burns, a Scottish poet who lived in the 18th century. They strike me as particularly meaningful during this divisive time in the history of our country. […]