Yarmouth Rep. Cooper: Maine’s original flag is the one we should be flying

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February 16, 2019

Yarmouth Rep. Cooper: Maine’s original flag is the one we should be flying

Restoring the simple and meaningful 1901 design would be a great way to mark our bicentennial.
Published
January 27, 2019

The View From Here: The year of the Westbrook ice disk

You can chase novelty forever, but some of the strangest sights are the ones that come and find you.
Published
January 24, 2019

Maine Voices: Skowhegan mascot debate a teaching moment for our youth

It's our chance to show our children that nobody should be treated as less than human.
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September 25, 2018

Maine Voices: In vote on court nominee, Margaret Chase Smith put principle before party

Sen. Collins could do the same today, by standing up for her belief in women's right to decide whether to have an abortion.
Published
September 15, 2018

The humble Farmer: Hey, Google, how fast can an ordinary person adapt to technological change?

The horse was not outdated overnight, but no, hardly a week goes by when we are not assaulted by some change or complicated technical innovation.
Published
August 22, 2018

Our View: Despite pressure, Baxter State Park should stay ‘forever wild’

As visits to Baxter and the new national monument increase, a new director must resist calls for more amenities.
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August 5, 2018

Maine Observer: Being from Maine? It’s a state of mind

A Navy brat and Army spouse who moved here 22 years ago keeps her answer simple when asked, 'Where are you from?'
Published
June 28, 2018

Today In History writer Eugene Kim dies at 61

Since 1984, he was the writer of the daily feature that includes a capsule summary of significant events that took place on that date.
Published
May 13, 2018

Maine man learns truth of his past: Nuns stole him as a baby from his mother in Ireland

Kevin Battle of South Portland has always known he was adopted. Only recently, as clues emerged about his mysterious birth, did he learn the truth.
Published
February 28, 2018

‘Maine Eats’ exhibit in Portland digs into evolution of state’s cuisine

A showcase at the Maine Historical Society, opening Friday, explores everything from iconic lobster and spuds to the more modern sustainability movement.