4 months ago Reports shows impact of historic Medicare Rx out-of-pocket spending cap on Maine seniors To the Editor; AARP has released a report that shows an estimated 12,700 Mainers on Medicare prescription drug plans will see savings thanks to a new out-of-pocket cap that starts Jan.
4 months ago A bag of junk held a surprise that rekindled my hunting spark By Chris Sargent I left behind many cherished childhood possessions to collect dust in my old bedroom when I moved out — their importance and value obscured by the excitement of a budding adulthood.
4 months ago Bad economic ideas are everywhere in this presidential campaign By Matthew Gagnon As we approach the 2024 presidential election, it’s becoming painfully clear that neither major party has any interest in living in a world of economic reality, choosing instead to advocate for populist garbage masquerading as serious policy proposals.
4 months ago What ‘Roots’ gave to genealogy By Nancy Battick In 1976 Alex Haley’s “Roots,” already a national bestselling book, became a miniseries.
4 months ago What’s the problem with floating camps? To the Editor; I just read the article on floating camps.
4 months ago Need more info on heat pump grant To the Editor; I’ve learned in the paper recently that there is a $450 million grant to put heat pumps in low-income homes.
4 months ago Input sought for climate action plan To the Editor; Your voice matters in Maine’s fight against climate change! The Maine Climate Council is updating the state’s action plan “Maine Won’t Wait” and they want your input.
4 months ago Jared Golden walks political tightrope with refusal to support Kamala Harris By Matthew Gagnon U.
4 months ago Northern Light Health is doing critical work essential to health care delivery in Maine By Paul Bolin What is going on at Northern Light Health? A recent Bangor Daily News headline asked this question.
4 months ago Our system for funding emergency medical services is broken By Joe Kellner “If you call us, we will come.
4 months ago European Union shows contempt for free speech By Matthew Gagnon On Monday, tech mogul Elon Musk hosted a much-anticipated conversation with former President Donald Trump on his social media platform, X.
4 months ago Unconscionable to misrepresent military record To the Editor; In the Army, the highest non-commissioned officer rank is command sergeant major.
5 months ago I have faith in America To the Editor; I’ve traveled far and wide in this great country.
5 months ago Archaic medical terms By Nancy Battick One puzzling thing genealogists sometimes encounter is the cause of death listed on old certificates.