Portland Press Herald News Stories

America must never forget the courage and sacrifice of those who took part in the D-Day landings.

Over the course of two weeks, several high school seniors spent time with elementary students as part of their senior project.

The once-a-decade conservation blueprint will weigh climate change threats, include plants as well as animals and emphasize habitat protection.

I am writing to express deep concern over proposed federal budget cuts targeting programs that support children and families. These cuts would have long-lasting, devastating effects on our communities and our nation’s future — all to offset tax breaks for the wealthiest Americans. As someone who grew up poor, I know firsthand the importance of […]

The federal government's role in adding to the Palestinian people's suffering is shameful.

In a May 20 letter to the editor, “We need better enforcement of gun laws, not new laws,” the writer makes a shocking claim: “The Second Amendment is our most important amendment. Without it, the people would have no means to defend against a tyrannical government.” Since the Second Amendment predicates the right of the […]

In reading the May 23 news story concerning the political response to the bill forwarded to the U.S. Senate by House Republicans (“Golden and Pingree blast Republican budget after narrow approval in House”), I share the disgust with the blatant gutting of social safety programs to cover tax cuts for the rich. What surprises me […]

Maine has managed to carve out a path that many others have forgotten how to follow: the road of cooperation, foresight and quiet competence. For too long, Maine’s transportation infrastructure felt like it was being held together with skinny mix and duct tape. The result wasn’t just inconvenience. It was a hidden tax on everyday […]

The Eagles end the regular season on a 13-game winning streak.

Advocates say the state needs to support raises for direct care workers so nursing homes, group homes and other agencies can compete for staff with fast food restaurants and retailers.