Portland Press Herald News Stories

Sen. Susan Collins “presses RFK Jr. during contentious hearing.” How many times have we seen this headline? In this case, it reminds me of someone asking an arsonist to explain why he kept starting fires after hiring him to be the chief of the fire department. As I recall, the senator explained that her vote […]

The Economist magazine talks about the insurance industry. Many homes are uninsurable because of the rising ocean, flooding and wildfires. Insurance companies can’t sustain the losses and remain solvent. These properties are not insurable. This is what happens to capital holdings from ignoring climate change. A property without insurance means no bank mortgage. The property […]

Preserving marine sanctuaries and monuments is critical to keeping our fish stocks healthy.

Goudreau reaches the milestone in the first quarter, and Islah Godo leads the Eagles with six goals and six assists against Camden Hills/Oceanside.

Class of 2025 President Brookelyn Irene Whited said that with the school's recent troubles, the vibe was a little bit different this year.

Sam Smith, who guided the Eagles to the Class A North title this winter, is returning to his alma mater.

Lawmakers supported a bill to add $3 million to a fund to help residents purchase their mobile home parks. But its fate hinges on whether it makes it into the budget.

The organization says a 'sustained funding shortfall, heavily impacted by the loss of federal funding' forced the closure of the office at 24 Preble St., where it offered classes and support for new Mainers for more than 7 years.

Simple acts of reaching out, from people of all ages, never fail to move me.

A funding bill in the Legislature would provide $5 million to sustain shelters across the state, which would be a good start.