Both gubernatorial primaries and the Democratic primary in Maine’s 2nd District will go to runoffs. How will the candidates’ strategies and alliances play out?
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Waterboro man arrested, charged with dragging Limington landowner with ATV
Devin Lafrance is facing multiple charges stemming from the altercation last week.
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Posted inElections, Maine, News, Politics
Maine’s Election Day issues: Getting asked to show ID and a town running out of ballots
From Gorham to Berwick to South Portland and elsewhere, Maine voters and clerks reported a few hiccups and problems on Election Day.
Posted inCommunity, News, Schools and Education
South Portland decides where to send students after closing elementary school
The 132 students at Kaler Elementary will be split between the four remaining elementary schools for the 2026-27 school year.
Posted inCommunity, Elections, News, Politics
Ogunquit voters support zoning changes to allow for playhouse’s $62M renovation
The town also elected 2 new select board members in Tuesday’s election.
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Berwick election results released after daylong delay
Election workers had to count ballots by hand for most of the day Wednesday. The town said high turnout was to blame, while the school board chair suggested voter confusion contributed.
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Thornton Academy, Saco school department at odds over contract
The headmaster of Thornton, a private school that also serves public students from Saco, said that relationship is at risk of ending as the current contract comes to an end. The department said that isn’t true.
Posted inCommunity, News
Cape Elizabeth exhibit honors Revolutionary War soldiers
An exhibit on local history will be in town hall through the end of the year.
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Maine bans retail sale of powerful rat poisons
State officials move to stop secondary poisoning after studies show toxic chemicals are turning up in Maine wildlife, including black bears and fishers.
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Standout singer-songwriter brings storytelling talent to Gardiner
Johnson Hall Opera House presents Grammy winner Shawn Colvin on June 18.