There is a very dangerous water hazard reaching all the way across the Presumpscot River, shore to shore, near the busy Route 302/Forest Avenue Sebago to the Sea trailhead boat access. Over 20 big trees are interlocked tightly blocking the entire river; there is no clearing even at the shores. This is called a “strainer,” […]

Mainers have long memories. For a half-century, the grief following the destruction of Union Station has not been forgotten. The Portland Museum of Art gambled that it could convince a majority of city councilors to demolish 142 Free St. – a divisive and self-serving attack on Portland’s history. The councilors that voted for the PMA […]

June 21 is the first day of summer. School is out, and kids are home or at a friend’s home more. It’s also designated as ASK (Asking Saves Kids) Day. The day serves as a crucial reminder for parents and caregivers to inquire about the presence of unlocked firearms in homes their children visit. The […]

Maine, our nation, and our world face complex and urgent challenges. We need leaders who spend less time talking about what they are going to do and more time actually doing it — and that’s why I’m supporting Angus King this year. We face an unprecedented affordable housing challenge. A recent estimate predicts Maine needs […]

Since the Roux Institute site plan has been approved by the Portland Planning Board, tempered with concerns about so much traffic using one street for entry and exit, perhaps the Roux Institute could do something else to help alleviate the problem. They could rebuild the old railroad trestle to the Eastern Prom. It could be […]

We’re hearing the first calls to action, and they aren’t the guarded whispers that preceded Jan. 6, nor are they coming from the common crowd. Led by the former president himself, Republicans are falling in line, promising revenge on Democrats to assuage Mr. Trump’s wounded ego at finally being caught — found guilty by a […]

A letter writer recently expressed concern for views to be lost if building height limits increase, (“Building height limits will forever eclipse scenic views,” June 14). My husband and I are local apartment dwellers. The rent for our small, comfortable, but not exceptional dwelling increases yearly. Since the pandemic, the rents in our complex have […]