Many people won’t be able to avoid one penalty, but at least they will have the option of avoiding another next tax season. .
Editorials
Opinions from the Portland Press Herald editorial board.
Our View: Minimum wage too low, Wal-Mart decision shows
Low-wage workers need state and federal governments to follow the retailer’s example.
Our View: Spending plan good next step in fixing Riverview
Additional state funding will help address safety issues as the hospital tries to regain federal certification – and the $20 million a year that comes with it.
Another View: ‘Shrinking pie’ used as excuse to avoid closer look at university system funding
Maine’s public university campuses shouldn’t be restructured into large-scale vocational schools.
Our View: Offshore drilling is not the right move for Maine
There are other less risky ways the state can make the most of the energy we have.
Another View: To avert humanitarian crisis, resume remittances to Somalia
Administration officials should get funds flowing quickly to needy Somalis again.
Our View: New England colleges to get lesson in Sustainability 101
Reaching out to students about ‘responsibly harvested’ seafood will benefit the Gulf of Maine fishery’s long-term health.
Our View: Expanded Narcan access bill puts people first
A provision that protects overdose witnesses who call 911 will ensure that more victims get help.
Another View: Amazon jumping the gun by opposing FAA drone regulation
The agency should move faster, but it’s addressing its primary responsibility: the public safety.
Another View: Troop drawdown shows success in battle against Ebola
The 2,800 U.S. troops helping to fight the disease at its peak in Liberia will be cut back to all but 100 by the end of April.