Maine Voices - Portland Press Herald

Maine Voices: Portland’s next budget to take new direction, focus on what matters most

by Jon P. Jennings Special to the Press Herald March 31, 2016March 31, 2016

Among the initiatives: More innovation, fixing roads and sidewalks, faster permitting and improved city services.

The new Greater Portland Addiction Collaborative aims to provide access to treatment through existing resources.

by Heather McIntosh Special to the Press Herald March 29, 2016March 29, 2016

Cities like Seattle have proven that higher base pay leads to more prosperity – even for restaurant owners.

by Ed Friedman Special to the Press Herald March 28, 2016March 27, 2016

Maine lives are at risk from the noncancer effects of smart meter-induced radiofrequency radiation.

by Kim Lindlof Special to the Telegram March 27, 2016March 26, 2016

More pipeline capacity to deliver low-cost natural gas to Maine industries will help them afford their energy bills – and sustain their workforce.

by Jason Hull Special to the Press Herald March 26, 2016March 26, 2016

A bill would create a review board for large contracts and will support more local businesses.

by KIM MONAGHAN and THOMAS LONGSTAFF Special to the Press Herald March 25, 2016March 25, 2016

The Veterans and Legal Affairs Committee has crafted several proposals designed to make a real difference in the lives of veterans in our state.

by Sarah Austin Special to the Press Herald March 24, 2016March 24, 2016

His snubbing of legislators wipes out the benefits of weighing overall revenues and priorities in tandem.

by STEPHEN T. LANE Special to the Press Herald March 23, 2016March 23, 2016

The fear and hatred in the political climate is at odds with America’s values – and we must foster respect.

by MICHELLE CORRY March 22, 2016March 22, 2016

Requiring tipped workers to be paid the same base wage as other employees would affect the vitality of our much-lauded dining-out scene.