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Elections

Published
October 13, 2016

Why it matters: Big money donors criticized, courted

Both candidates talk of changing the system, but both have benefited with millions in donations.
Published
October 13, 2016

Write-in candidate sought for South Portland school board seat

No one submitted nomination papers to run for the District 1 seat, which represents the east side of the city near Southern Maine Community College.
Published
October 13, 2016

Councilors’ behavior seen as key issue in South Portland race

Clashes on the City Council and a pipeline lawsuit ignite reaction from seven candidates for two at-large seats on Nov. 8.
Published
October 12, 2016

Polls busy across Maine on first day of in-person absentee voting

Town clerks report strong turnouts, as motivated voters take advantage of the opportunity to choose their candidates early in a highly polarized presidential election.
Published
October 9, 2016

Cumberland and North Yarmouth to vote on $9.5 million performing arts center

An arts center has been planned for 15 years, but critics say the district may be overlooking other facility improvements.

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Published
October 9, 2016

Maine’s booming private gun market at heart of ballot question

Question 3 supporters say regulating private gun sales will keep weapons out of the hands of criminals, but critics dismiss it as an ineffective, 'feel-good' measure.
Published
October 9, 2016

In liberal Hallowell, horror at Trump drives support for Clinton

His critical views don't play well in the eclectic community.
Published
October 9, 2016

In Turner, a faith that Trump will stay the oppressive hand of government

One of Maine's most conservative towns, the farming community prizes self-sufficiency and low taxes.
Published
October 9, 2016

2nd District: Energetic and enthusiastic, Rep. Bruce Poliquin still keeps his guard up.

This year's race is a closely watched rematch between Cain and Republican incumbent Bruce Poliquin.
Published
October 8, 2016

A viewer’s guide to the second Clinton-Trump debate

New dynamics mean a different debate Sunday night in St. Louis.