local elections
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PublishedNovember 3, 2015
Polls close after steady stream of activity in Portland
Voters were drawn by a mayoral race and two contentious city referendum questions.
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PublishedNovember 3, 2015
Without a majority vote, Lewiston’s mayoral race goes to a runoff
Challenger Ben Chin and Mayor Robert Macdonald finish first and second, respectively, in a field of five candidates, but neither one gets more than 50 percent of the vote.
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PublishedNovember 3, 2015
Videotaping of signature-gathering at Maine polls raises intimidation concerns
A group with gun rights ties says it was recording to ensure a fair petition process. Some voters and signature-gatherers complain, but the state says it's not illegal.
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PublishedNovember 2, 2015
Portland mayoral candidates among those making last-minute appeals to voters
A wide variety of races and referendum questions awaits voters across Maine when the polls open Tuesday.
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PublishedNovember 2, 2015
Scarborough candidate admits he overstated educational background
William 'Liam' Somers says he 'glossed over' the fact that he attended but never got a degree from UMaine.
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PublishedNovember 1, 2015
Is Question 1 ‘a scam’ or will it expose ‘secret money’?
Lack of agreement seems to be the only sure thing about Maine's clean election initiative.
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PublishedOctober 31, 2015
North Yarmouth ballot questions causing rift over town growth
A town-sponsored development proposal has met fierce opposition from residents who organized a competing question to nullify the plan.
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PublishedOctober 30, 2015
Waterfront developer, neighbors pour money into Portland scenic views referendum
As the election draws near, those whose properties could be affected by Question 2 step up their activity.
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PublishedOctober 30, 2015
South Sudanese association backs Strimling for Portland mayor
The group cites his leadership at LearningWorks, which helps immigrant families learn English and other skills.
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PublishedOctober 30, 2015
Rivals in Portland mayoral race criticize Strimling for donations from developers
Green party leader Tom MacMillan says Strimling has received more than a third of his campaign contributions from real estate interests.
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