Principals want to better support students’ mental health, but they need the tools — and guidance themselves.
Articles by Erin Rhoda
Before addiction there’s a child
on Sept. 23, 2016, at 12:31 p.m.
A look at preventing one of the largest public health problems of this time.
BDN PORTLAND
I survived swimming with Wessie, the giant missing snake
on Sept. 11, 2016, at 11:01 a.m.
It turned out my dog, Ernest, had concerns of his own.
MAINE FOCUS
When Maine wasn’t looking, more babies began to die
This state is the only one to see a higher infant mortality rate in this decade than the last. A panel charged with tracking the deaths is unable to do its work.
MAINE FOCUS
How Maine quietly handed off financial oversight of a $23M program for infants
The circumstances raise questions about transparency and accountability.
#MAINE
Website lists the ‘most famous historic houses’ in each state. Here’s Maine’s
on June 26, 2016, at 7:55 a.m.
It’s probably not just one of this state’s, but the nation’s, most well-known historic homes.
#HEALTHYREGION
Duck of Justice joins call to end the opiate epidemic — with his usual flair
on June 25, 2016, at 8:36 p.m.
Learn how you, too, can participate in the campaign to end prejudice against people with substance use disorders and contribute to local solutions
THINKMAINE
Men find treasure in ‘cellar hole somebody told us about’
on June 21, 2016, at 6:26 a.m.
One item appears to be a relic made of silver.
See how politicians’ language has changed over time
It appears politicians are speaking in less complex sentences.
THINKMAINE
Why you should never take a selfie with a seal
on May 29, 2016, at 9:40 a.m.
“There is no selfie stick long enough!” That’s the message coming from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration in time for Memorial Day weekend when, if the weather holds, people will flock to beaches and coastlines where they might encounter a baby seal.
#MAINE
Bangor police snap photo of man with a ‘cops suck’ tattoo to spread a message
on May 24, 2016, at 1:18 p.m.
“Could we change the way Russell feels about law enforcement if we treat him with kindness and respect?” writes the Bangor police.
Meet the remarkable team players on this Maine sheep farm
They’re not your normal farmhands.
You told us these 99 ideas to help stop more drug overdose deaths
They all come from you.
THINKMAINE
How Portlanders are ensuring development won’t destroy this neighborhood’s cool stories
on April 26, 2016, at 7:58 a.m.
“As development shapes our city, how do we honor and not erase what was?”
How can Maine help young people before they develop an addiction?
We want your ideas for how to address Maine’s opiate epidemic.
How can the criminal justice system help stop the cycle of drug addiction and arrest?
We want your ideas for how to address Maine’s opiate epidemic.
What are your recommendations for improving access to methadone and counseling?
We want your ideas for how to address Maine’s opiate epidemic.
Attend the One Life Project
on April 21, 2016, at 11:47 a.m.
The public will answer questions about how to address addiction in Maine.
Police: Man kidnapped woman off street in Rockland, tried to elude officer
Quimby buys oceanside campground to reopen it
My daughter was born a boy. Here’s why we’re just like any other Maine family.
Teen driver accused of going 146 mph on I-95 in Maine
Developer bringing one of downtown Bangor’s largest structures back to life
With drug dealer binder, LePage fails to prove his distorted, racist version of reality
What Donald Trump’s ‘Miss Piggy’ comment shows us about the sin of weight gain
Skimming through the Washington Post comment thread about our “unhinged” governor
A walk-off for Fahey: Bangor baseball coach ends impressive 16-year run
From hospital to hall of fame: Bob McPhee’s inspiring ride
UMaine men’s basketball team adds ‘natural’ playmaker
High-scoring soccer star to receive posthumous UMaine Sports Hall of Fame honor
BDN Game of the Week: Old Town hosts Belfast in quest for playoff spot
Moose hunt a win for Maine veterans, broccoli crops
Check out these breathtaking photos of Acadia’s night sky
Tasting event in Unity showcases ‘new and improved vegetables’
Quirky parade a labor of love for Belfast woman