There is not a state in the U.S. that hasn’t felt the effects of inflation, Maine included. With these rising prices, especially those revolving around natural gas, it is perplexing that there are those who are still in support of adding more fees to the energy sector. Natural gas is under attack with the proposed […]

When I moved to Washington, D.C., as a young woman, one of the first things I did was visit the National Museum of American History to see the display on first ladies. I expected to gain rare and valuable insight into their goals, initiatives, accomplishments and lives. Imagine my dismay when I found that all […]

Food, potable water, shelter, a healthy family and gainful employment represent just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to all of what I’m currently grateful for. But after reading today’s Maine Sunday Telegram I am reminded of something else I cherish: the continuing existence of dedicated journalists who doggedly and courageously pursue and […]

On Nov. 21, your paper published a news article about how food pantries need to adjust to the food choices of immigrants (Page A1), while in the same edition publishing an infantile editorial cartoon by Steve Meyers about the right to food amendment (Page D3). The juxtaposition of these choices makes a mockery of the […]

Hate mongers have distracted us from the importance of progress in our state. Their disdain for Central Maine Power is so distasteful it is stunning. This NECEC, New England Clean Energy Connect, should go on. Electricity made from clean sources, where there is great potential – namely. Hydro-Quebec – should be allowed. Vehement hate mongers, […]

Concerning the Maine State Police 2019 Trooper of the Year Award that was presented to Cpl. John Darcy: I personally give him full credit for being extremely intuitive in his capacity as a Maine state trooper. He instinctively pulled over drivers who were about to break Maine law before they had a chance to do so. Per […]