A recent Press Herald article described a summer meals program supporting thousands of children across the state. But, as it notes, more work is needed to support Maine learners. Ongoing challenges mean that not all kids get the support needed to thrive. In the University of Maine College of Education and Human Development, we work […]

Harris-Walz is to Trump-Vance as a bucket of water was to the Wicked Witch of the West. Trump’s superpower – fear – is being neutralized by hope and joy. Harris-Walz 2024! Cynthia Peoples West Newfield

I’m a long-term subscriber who has lived on the Maine coast for 50 years. Mention of climate change in the Press Herald is usually preceded by the words “may,” “could” or “might.” Every one of those mentions is negative about the future effect of climate change in the world and Maine. However, the law of […]

As a father and grandfather, the well-being of my family is my highest priority. It’s from this perspective that I look at Maine’s future and those challenges that will define it. We know opioid dependency will remain a critical issue, as will the urgent need for viable patient alternatives. But I hope that younger generations […]

I’m a childless cat lady from Cape Elizabeth who cares about public schools, not because of my property value, but because we allow public education to deteriorate at our collective peril. After the recent town council public hearing, however, I feel disenfranchised. Over three hours of public comments, all but a few speakers expressed support […]

The Declaration of Independence lists a series of grievances against King George, III, as justification for the separation from England. Among these are a king who has “refused to assent to laws,” “obstruct(ed) laws for the naturalization of foreigners,” and discouraged migration; made “judges dependent on his will,” “cut off trade with all parts of […]

Americans and several of our allies negotiated and won the release of dozens of people who were wrongly held in Russia for Vladimir Putin to use as bargaining chips. These people were detained for months and, in many cases, years. Most Americans are celebrating their well deserved release and thanking all countries that worked together […]