With 97 percent of Maine precincts reporting, the “Yes” vote is leading by less than one percent.
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Maine voters approve raising the minimum wage
The initiative to raise the state minimum wage to $12 an hour by 2020 had a commanding 56 percent of the vote when the Associated Press called the measure.
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U.S. running behind in LPGA tournaments
Only two Americans have captured events this year – far down from as little as two years ago.
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NFL notebook: Ryan defends assistant from sexist taunt
Bills Coach Rex Ryan wasn’t happy with shouts from a fan to a female assistant coach.
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New college basketball season will feature many talented newcomers
This freshman class is considered to be one of the deepest and most talented in years.
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Trump takes 1 of Maine’s 4 electoral votes, in a first for the state
Hillary Clinton wins the state, but Donald Trump wins in the 2nd Congressional District as Maine splits its electoral votes for the first time.
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Commentary: For starters, think about relievers for Cy Young Award
Closers haven’t gotten much attention in Cy Young voting because it’s still hard to choose them over starting pitchers.
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NFL referees criticized again
A mistake may have directly affected the outcome of the Buffalo-Seattle game Monday night.
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Republicans control U.S. House for 2 more years with wins in key districts
With Donald Trump rousing opposition in many suburban and ethnically diverse districts, Democrats hoped to gain a dozen seats or more.
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Raymond fighter creating a buzz in local boxing circles
Casey Kramlich puts his unbeaten record on the line Saturday night at the Expo.