Meanwhile, her Democratic challenger Shenna Bellows surpasses $1 million in total fundraising.
Kevin Miller
Kevin Miller joined the staff of the Portland Press Herald in 2012 and has worked as a journalist in Maine since 2005. He currently covers state politics, the Maine Legislature and environmental/natural resources issues. A policy wonk, Kevin previously wrote about Congress and federal issues as the Press Herald’s Washington, DC correspondent. Before settling in Maine, he covered state government, higher education and environmental issues for newspapers in Virginia and Maryland. In his spare time, Kevin enjoys hiking, camping, fishing, kayaking, cross-country skiing or doing pretty much anything else outdoors. He lives in Newcastle with his wife, Carissa, and their dog.
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Shenna Bellows tops $1 million mark in U.S. Senate bid
Bellows’ fundraising success could help draw additional contributions as she challenges her better-known and well-financed opponent, Republican U.S. Sen. Susan Collins.
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Mainer who fought for rape victims in military wins apology, $405,000 disability
Ruth Moore became a national voice for survivors of military sexual assault.
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LePage, Mills clash again on General Assistance to immigrants
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Old deal could bring another destroyer to Bath Iron Works
If a Mississippi shipyard gets a contract for an amphibious warship, it may mean another destroyer for BIW.
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Portland panel recommends city council adopt 5-cent bag fee
The new plan would also allow retailers to keep the nickel they charge for each disposable plastic or paper bag.
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Families file lawsuits against Lyman day care at center of controversy
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Portland City Council raises property taxes by 3 percent
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Surge in projects raises Portland’s income, but tax hike still needed
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