Republican Robert Andrews will represent District 1 and Democrat Allen Sicard is chosen to serve District 3.
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Falmouth approves additional borrowing for library expansion project
The goal is to provide a separate youth services wing and reading room, along with increased access to technology.
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Yarmouth passes bonds, bars town employees from serving on council
Voters also pass an ordinance that would require landlords to give tenants 75 days of notice for rent increases.
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Sen. Collins sees Republicans’ loss of U.S. House ‘as an opportunity’
Collins congratulated Janet Mills on her gubernatorial victory, and she said the national election outcome provides a chance for members of both parties to work together.
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Heated Florida Senate race goes to a recount
Gov. Rick Scott has declared victory over Sen. Bill Nelson, but the race is close enough to make a recount mandatory.
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Figdor wins seat on Portland school board
Emily Figdor defeated fellow activist Jeanne Swanton, who had the backing of Portland’s political establishment.
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Voters put Democrats in charge at State House with majorities in House and Senate
The party captures clear majorities in both chambers, and with Janet Mills in the Blaine House, Maine will return to one-party rule by Democrats for the first time since 2008.
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Trump celebrates Republican gains, threatens House Democrats
Trump is expected to address the results in greater detail at a White House news conference Wednesday morning.
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Tom Coward wins re-election as Cumberland County Commissioner
Tom Coward defeated challenger Bill Holmes.
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Three Portland city councilors re-elected, one narrowly
At-large Councilor Nicholas Mavodones barely defeats challenger Joey Brunelle once all votes are counted Wednesday morning, and Belinda Ray and Spencer Thibodeau win handily.