While this summer has been unusual because of COVID-19, I hope everyone has had an opportunity to enjoy the exceptionally warm days and gorgeous summer…

We are now four months into responding to the COVID-19 crisis here in Maine. We are getting used to some of our new norms, like…

In the past week, we’ve seen lower numbers of COVID-19 cases, suggesting that Maine is successfully flattening the curve. Of course, now that we’re in…

Since Maine’s first case of COVID-19 was announced on March 12, individuals across our state have sprung into action. People in our community have quickly…

Governor Janet Mills gave her State of the State address to the Legislature recently, and it affords a good opportunity to look at what has…

With the start of the new year comes the second session of the 129th Legislature, commonly referred to as the “short session” because of its…

The holiday season is nearing, and the cold temperatures we know so well here in Maine have arrived. While many of us are thinking about upcoming…

The temperature has begun to drop and pumpkins are making their appearances on front steps and porches across town. It feels like fall has finally arrived,…

Our summer days are winding down, and it’s almost time for our family, friends and neighbors to return to school. Seeing kids with backpacks walking our sidewalks…

Last week, the Legislature passed the state’s two year budget with bipartisan support. While no budget funds everything, I am confident that this budget addresses…