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Nation & World, Politics

In signing defense bill, Trump launches Space Force

by ROBERT BURNS Associated Press December 20, 2019December 20, 2019

The 2020 National Defense Authorization Act that includes the first new military service in more than 70 years.

Editorials, Opinion

Our View: First of all, homeless need stable housing

by The Editorial Board December 11, 2019December 27, 2019

The death of a Brunswick man shows the importance of a permanent, affordable place to live.

Op-eds, Opinion

Commentary: Maine delegation should push to protect children, families from ‘forever chemicals’

by Michael Belliveau Special to the Press Herald November 18, 2019December 27, 2019

Sens. Collins and King and Rep. Golden are uniquely situated to ensure that Congress approves vital PFAS reforms.

Op-eds, Opinion

Lisa Savage: As U.S. senator, I’ll stand up to neo-McCarthyism, say ‘no’ to U.S. wars

by Lisa Savage Special to the Press Herald November 12, 2019September 14, 2020

Smear campaigns and déjà vu Russia-baiting for anyone who dares mention defense cuts won’t stop me.

Northern Forecaster

Soldiers get sweet treats from Falmouth students

by Kate Irish Collins November 5, 2019

FALMOUTH — A small act of kindness by students at Falmouth Middle School is having a big impact on the morale of active-duty members of the military stationed around the world. Each year for the past four years the Community Service Club at Falmouth Middle School has held a Halloween candy drive to support Operation […]

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