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Published
August 21, 2023

Trump says he will surrender Thursday on Georgia charges tied to efforts to overturn 2020 election

The former president is charged in Georgia with scheming to illegally overturn his 2020 election loss.
Published
August 15, 2023

Commentary: Increased security a must for nation’s election workers

Oregon, Colorado and Maine enacted or increased penalties for threats against election workers. But a nationwide threat requires a nationwide response.
Published
July 18, 2023

Former Portland city councilor enters race for mayor

Justin Costa, a former school board member and city councilor, is the fourth candidate to enter the race.
Published
May 30, 2023

SAD 51 board candidates say they’re ready to tackle overcrowding issue

Three Cumberland residents are in the running for two seats on the Cumberland-North Yarmouth School Board.
Published
May 18, 2023

False claims of a stolen election thrive unchecked on Twitter even as Musk promises otherwise

It’s unclear whether Musk and his newly hired chief executive, plan to make changes to Twitter, cracking down on misinformation, which election experts and tech accountability advocates say erodes trust in democracy.

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Published
May 11, 2023

Group trying to gain official party status warned against misleading voters

Maine's secretary of state has sent a cease-and-desist letter to national organization No Labels, expressing concerns that it has confused voters who think they are signing a petition but instead are enrolling in a new party.
Published
April 12, 2023

Landlords raise nearly $80,000 to support referendum eliminating rent cap

About $45,000 has been paid for signature gathering and campaign services to a company owned by the wife of Rep. David Boyer, who is also a Portland landlord and supports the referendum.
Published
April 3, 2023

Shortage of poll workers prompts Augusta to consider having all residents vote at Civic Center

The proposal, which would consolidate the city's four ward-based polling places into one, has drawn criticism from councilors, who say the plan could make it harder for some to vote.
Published
March 27, 2023

Council to consider changes to Portland referendum process

With another citizen-initiated referendum going to voters this June, the City Council may propose changing the number of signatures required and the timeframe to amend measures that pass.
Published
February 13, 2023

Brunswick conservationist declares interest in vacant Town Council seat

Jennifer Hicks will seek election to Brunswick Town Council during a special Feb. 28 election as a declared write-in candidate.