Another labor crisis hits Maine: Parents can’t find child care

child care

Published
May 30, 2021

Another labor crisis hits Maine: Parents can’t find child care

More than 170 day care operators in Maine have closed shop in the past year, and those that remain can't find enough workers. Government aid is on the way, but the industry may need restructuring.
Published
May 27, 2021

Our View: Maine should invest in early childhood programs

A bill before the Legislature would take a successful Somerset County program statewide.
Published
May 11, 2021

Bill seeks to boost Maine’s child care system and workforce

House Speaker Ryan Fecteau's measure would devote $5 million a year to boost training and pay for child care workers.
Published
April 27, 2021

Windsor day care owner charged with assault on 19-month-old child

Savannah Brann, 24, was charged after a 19-month-old girl was found unresponsive after allegedly being wrapped in a blanket in a way that caused her to stop breathing.
Published
April 22, 2021

Maine Voices: Investing in child care is an opportunity we cannot afford to miss

Portland has made progress toward instituting universal pre-K, but more work is to be done to prepare our younger children to succeed in school and beyond.
Published
April 9, 2021

Commentary: Policies to support Maine children, families should be supported by equity and data

The 2021 Maine KIDS COUNT Data Book reveals positive trends as well as key areas of concern.
Published
April 1, 2021

Commentary: What makes high-quality child care, and why is it so important right now?

A central Maine program that models best early education practices has proven outcomes for our youngest children, their families and the workforce.
Published
February 6, 2021

DHHS official: Editorial overlooks strides made toward addressing child care challenges

The state of Maine is improving the quality of child care services, increasing accessibility and supporting providers.
Published
January 29, 2021

Our View: Lack of child care holding back children, parents – and Maine’s economy

Adequate child care helps children develop, and allows parents to work.
Published
January 28, 2021

Maine Voices: To truly heal the nation, focus on child care

Access to quality, affordable care supports kids’ and families’ well-being – and it’s too big for businesses, philanthropy or even the state to handle alone.