The independent candidate for governor lags Democrat Mike Michaud, who raised $700,000 over the same period. Republican Gov. LePage hasn’t released his numbers yet.
John Richardson
Portland Press Herald
John Richardson is the managing editor for the Portland Press Herald.
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Cutler hires spokeswoman; new poll gives edge to Michaud
The poll says Michaud has 37 percent of the vote, compared to 36 percent for LePage and 18 percent for Cutler.
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In Maine, contentious local issues grab voter interest
Bond questions totaling $150 million add interest to an otherwise lackluster statewide ballot.
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Portland among cities with highest percentage of same-sex-partner households
A national website’s analysis of census data puts Portland at No. 5.
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S. Portland business owners rally to block tar sands oil
The 216-member group backs a city ordinance to prevent shipments, but other businesses disagree.
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Royal Lipizzan stallions performing in Buxton
The famous white horses were first bred in Austria and originally performed their leaps and kicks in battle.
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Scarborough moving to keep dogs leashed on beaches
A proposal would eliminate a voice-control allowance during piping plover nesting season after an unleashed dog killed a chick last month.
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After shark report, search off Wells turns up nothing
Lifeguards kept a close eye on waters around the beach Thursday but again saw no sign of any shark.
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Portland surpasses record-high temperature
The city passed a 31-year-old high temperature record for July 19 by reaching 95 degrees shortly after 4 p.m.
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Continued heat leads to extended call to conserve power in New England
The region’s grid is expected to see peak demand this afternoon as residents struggle to stay cool.