Commentary: Election officials are quitting in droves. Here’s why you should care.

New research has uncovered a troubling exodus of local election officials – those on the front lines fighting to preserve and protect our democracy. Lawmakers need to act.

Rabbi Rachel Isaacs: Our Jewish community is in mourning

Pray for justice and peace for Israelis and Palestinians alike, writes a local faith leader.

Sen. Marianne Moore: For our coastal counties, Maine’s working waterfront is crucial to our economic prosperity

Rockweed can be sustainably harvested and provide a solid income in parts of the state where economic opportunity is much needed, the Calais Republican writes.

Commentary: Maine needs climate change action, not distraction. Vote ‘no’ on Question 3

We cannot work effectively with the utilities to ensure they comply with our plan to transition away from fossil fuels and modernize the grid while also fighting in court to force them to sell. 

Douglas Rooks: In absence of peace, war becomes inevitable

While understandably focused on the war itself, we shouldn’t forget decisions — mostly those by Israel, the region’s dominant military power — that helped bring it about.

Maine Compass: Talk to teens about the danger of flavored tobacco

As an assistant principal in Augusta, I have witnessed students lose interest in sports, school work, extracurricular activities, and even friendships because they become addicted to flavored tobacco.

Tom Waddell: Fight over abortion is far from over

Commentary: Maine will be a valuable partner to an independent Greenland

The world's largest island is in the process of seceding from Denmark. Some Mainers will have front-row seats to this instructive process.

Commentary: Safety in our communities shouldn’t feel so tenuous

Tasked with balancing public safety against personal freedom, how often do we get it wrong?

Commentary: With MAGA-led chaos in Congress, Gen. Milley’s warning rings loud and clear