One political observer wonders how much local and state decisions will be affected by the divisive national tone.
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When it comes to casting ballots, some Mainers elect not to
Among municipalities of at least 5,000 residents, Rumford had the lowest voter turnout in the last two statewide elections. A visit there offers hints about why some people just disengage.
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Midterm stakes high for Trump
A Democratic Senate or House takeover has the potential to cripple the Republicans’ agenda.
Posted inLocal & State
Farmington to vote on $1.2 million dam removal project
The referendum on Tuesday’s ballot will ask voters if they want to support the proposal from the Atlantic Salmon Federation, which would cost the town nothing.
Posted inLocal & State, Politics, Schools and Education
UMF would get $8.5M for student center, early child care program if state bond passes
The bond money is part of a $49 million total package the University of Maine System is asking voters to approve Tuesday.
Posted inLocal & State
Belgrade voters to consider shoreland zoning changes
The changes cover septic system inspections in property transfers and setbacks for structures.
Posted inPolitics
Sen. King returns donation from Exxon Mobil after debate challenge
His Democratic challenger, Zak Ringelstein, had asked the senator if he would give back the $5,000 he received.
Posted inElection 2018, Local & State, News, Politics
YMCA locations to offer free child care on Election Day
The services will be offered in Biddeford, Portland, Freeport and New Gloucester on Tuesday.
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Hotly contested 2nd District race may decide control of U.S. House
Incumbent Bruce Poliquin and Jared Golden are neck and neck in the polls.
Posted inElection 2018, Elections, Local & State, Politics
Debate gets tense as candidates for governor scrap over claims in campaign ads
In their final debate, the three remaining candidates call out attack ads run in the days leading up to next week’s vote.