Commentary: Families get long-term boost from support that focuses on both generations

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Published
January 9, 2021

Commentary: Families get long-term boost from support that focuses on both generations

Households that were struggling before COVID are gaining from access to counseling and education for parents and early learning for kids.
Published
January 2, 2021

The humble Farmer: Not exactly the typical midcoast caroling tableau

As I try to hear the eager young voices over the rattle of my Waterpik, I realize I need a phone call giving me 20 minutes to prepare for visitors.
Published
December 27, 2020

The Maine Millennial: ‘Small happiness’ was there, even in 2020

Saying goodbye to a god-awful year by remembering it wasn't all bad.
Published
December 13, 2020

The Maine Millennial: There are many ways to divide household labor

The breadwinner still gets most of the attention, whether it’s a woman or a man.
Published
December 9, 2020

Maine Voices: Be your child’s parent, not their friend

If you are a parent who is not satisfied with your relationship with your kids, recommit yourself to preparing them for life.
Published
November 14, 2020

Maine Voices: Being a ’90s mom sounds so much simpler – where’s the app for it?

If there’s anything 2020 has taught me, it’s that I want back all those minutes I’ve spent plugged into my smartphone.
Published
November 1, 2020

The Maine Millennial: Whatever happens Tuesday, I’m ready for it

The Victoria of four years ago didn’t think she could handle a post-Nov. 8, 2016, world. But that was then.
Published
October 25, 2020

Insight: Why friendships are falling apart over politics

Our need to feel like we belong to a group makes us easy to push into despising others.
Published
October 21, 2020

Our View: There’s no need to fear Halloween

If grown-ups make a few adaptations, Maine kids can enjoy something close to a normal celebration this year.
Published
October 21, 2020

Maine Voices: It’s up to community to make young people feel that they matter

The Maine Resilience Building Network is starting a conversation that will affect our state’s economic and public health.