election 2017
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PublishedDecember 26, 2017
Opponents of Portland rent-control measure spent big to sway vote
Say No To Rent Control spent more than $285,000 in its effort, spending $21.24 for every vote it received.
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PublishedNovember 7, 2017
Mainers approve transportation bond, pension fund amendment
Questions 3 and 4 on the state ballot pass easily Tuesday.
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PublishedNovember 7, 2017
Maine voters overwhelmingly defeat proposal for York County casino
The proposal for a $200 million resort loses by a huge margin despite a two-year campaign and $8.8 million in spending by supporters.
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PublishedNovember 5, 2017
Question 3 asks voters to approve $105 million bond for roads and bridges
The money would be spent on highway construction, ports, railroads and stream crossing improvements.
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PublishedNovember 5, 2017
Bill Nemitz: Extra! Extra! Press Herald is not endorsing Bree LaCasse
And about LaCasse's mailer: Return to sender.
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PublishedNovember 4, 2017
Portland’s rent-limit ballot measure conflicts with state evictions law, critics say
They argue that it would keep landlords from quickly removing problem tenants.
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PublishedOctober 30, 2017
Three experienced councilors face off in Old Orchard Beach
Joseph Thornton and Jay Kelley say the body's current makeup has been successful; former Councilor Roxanne Frenette wants to revamp sewer fees.
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PublishedOctober 29, 2017
Casino effort in York County fuels push to stem abuse of citizen initiative process
It's said that the project will bring millions in tax relief and revenue, but the early winners are backers with no ties to Maine – and lawmakers are taking notice.