Fern and Sylvia Bosse: High Peaks Refuge is a bad idea

We are against the proposed High Peaks Refuge. We don’t need more U.S. government telling us what we can/can’t do with our state. They will tell you “traditional use” will be continued. Not so. Just look at all the “can’t do anymore” at the Umbagog National Wildlife Refuge. Trapping was the first to go, we […]

Jaye Rich: Support to reelect Sheline as mayor in Lewiston

Throughout Carl Sheline’s first term as Lewiston’s mayor he demonstrated his dedication and love for the city. He visited Lewiston’s public school classrooms and interacted with teachers, principals, and staff on a personal level. He gets to know the people in his city and what the needs are. I live in Auburn and teach school […]

Raymond Potter: In rebuttal: There are tears on the other side of the abortion debate

I was moved by Mr. David Peck’s recent letter, “Where are the tears?” (Aug. 3). But not in the manner which Mr. Peck intended. I would suggest that if he opened his heart and his eyes he would find that there are very few women faced with the abortion decision who proceed without tears. And […]

Editorial cartoon for Wednesday, Aug. 9

Cal Thomas: ‘Fight crime shoot back’

People put up signs that say “beware of dog,” and “forget the dog: beware of owner.” Signs announce some homes are protected by security alarms. The purpose of these is to act as a deterrent.

Could Saudi money be coming to the NBA, too?

As it now stands, the Celtics are betting favorites to win the championship next year.

It’s not you. Back-to-school sales really are lacking.

The somewhat underwhelming discounts advertised so far reflect retailers’ confidence in how deep consumers are willing dig into their pockets.

Elliott Epstein: Biden backs his words with actions

Actions should speak louder than words, but that’s not always the case with the American presidency.

Hiroshima attack marks its 78th anniversary — its lessons of unnecessary mass destruction could help guide future nuclear arms talks

The U.S. atomic bomb attacks on Japan remain the only military use of nuclear weapons.

‘Oppenheimer’ has reopened debate in the U.S. In Japan, it’s more complex.

While the U.S. is still chewing over the decision to use the bomb back then, Japan has largely accepted the postwar reality.