Maine Voices: It’s as unfortunate as it is true – you can’t make old friends

Despite being complete opposites, Lucille and I thrived together throughout 53 years of friendship.

Douglas Rooks: Paying for college without violating the Constitution

Maine Voices: Celebrate July 4 by encouraging youth civic engagement

Gen Z is the most diverse and most tolerant generation in America’s history. There's a lot to be gained from working together.

Commentary: Maine Legislature should override Mills’ veto of tribal sovereignty bill

A deal is just that, a deal – until another deal can be made.

Commentary: Next generation of Mainers desperately needs a climate budget

The negligent underfunding of state agencies devoted to the protection and defense of our natural resources cannot stand.

Our View: State budget proposal would do a lot of good for Maine families

The full Legislature should support the bipartisan spending plan passed last week by the Appropriations Committee.

Ben Bragdon: Maine voters deserve more from Susan Collins than a defense of Donald Trump

Collins, a longtime member of the Senate Intelligence Committee, should recognize the severity of the former president's actions.

Our View: Once again, gun rights win out over everything else

The Maine Senate missed an opportunity to make the state a little safer by implementing background checks on private firearm sales.

Gov. Janet Mills: Why I’m supporting paid family and medical leave

This bill, tailored to Maine, represents a historic victory for working people and families across our state.

Maine Compass: Maine Trails Bond will protect state’s most precious resources