Editorials - Portland Press Herald

Our View: Confirmation of measles, hepatitis A in Maine shows why public health is so important

by The Editorial Board May 24, 2019May 23, 2019

A strong public health system can stop the spread of infectious disease before it causes real trouble.

by New York Daily News May 24, 2019May 23, 2019

It’s unclear how the College Board will measure the disadvantages faced by each test-taker.

by The Editorial Board May 23, 2019December 27, 2019

The state should make it its business to make sure there are enough well-priced homes to accommodate sustainable economic growth.

by The Editorial Board May 22, 2019May 21, 2019

Doctors are helping patients, and saving money, by prescribing nutritious food along with drugs.

by The Editorial Board May 21, 2019May 20, 2019

After 8 years of inaction, Maine needs to make good decisions on both the legislative and regulatory levels.

by The Editorial Board May 20, 2019May 30, 2019

There’s still time for Gov. Mills and the Legislature to save an emerging industry.

by Richard Aishton May 19, 2019May 18, 2019

Backers of a proposed transmission line have yet to address ties between NECEC stakeholders, CMP and state government.

by The Editorial Board May 19, 2019May 18, 2019

Mental health and drug disorders don’t get better behind bars. Maine judges should treat incarceration as a last resort.

by Los Angeles Times May 18, 2019May 17, 2019

Oversight and caution are wise, but flatly prohibiting agencies from using the software overlooks its possible benefits.

by New York Daily News May 17, 2019May 16, 2019

If he’s failing to register, President Trump’s lawyer may be violating the law.