Targeting the structural roots of our workforce deficit will help ensure that our young people are cared for and short-circuit crises.
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Commentary: Are dentists introducing America’s teens to opioids?
Research shows that first-time drug use often begins in the chair where young people lean back and say ‘aah.’
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Maine Voices: Working together to break the cycle of youth homelessness
The scope of this problem is daunting, but major efforts are underway in Maine to address it – involving partners across various sectors and youth who’ve been there.
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Another View: Instagram is no place for kids
Internal research at Facebook found that its photo-sharing app is having a terrible effect on teens’ mental health. So why is the company creating a new version for children?
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Maine Voices: Calling high school volunteers for local food security programs
With increased youth involvement, we can strengthen nutrition access for all students and families across Cumberland County.
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The humble Farmer: Old diaries spur new appreciation for those who put up with me
As a 19-year-old in the Coast Guard, I lived on junk food, drove too fast and spent nights ashore at dance halls or roller skating rinks.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Do This
Gen Z takes the reins for this teen musical
Written, directed and acted by teens, ’52 Blue’ debuts at Portland Players in South Portland, Thursday through Saturday.
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Maine Voices: Don’t let pandemic year drag our high schoolers down
A new C* grade for full-year online or hybrid classes would allow Maine students who struggled during 2020-2021 to graduate on time.
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Maine Voices: Pandemic will have lasting effects on our children, teens
All adults have an opportunity to play a role in the well-being of our youth, especially as they return to a semblance of their pre-COVID lives.
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Maine Voices: Let’s seize this opportunity to invest in all young people
Portland-area teens will benefit if we channel new COVID response funds into the places where they live, learn, work and play.