The 2014 alum of the Brunswick college is leading the polls going into next week’s election.
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Local Maine news from the Portland Press Herald.
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Candidates for Portland’s only contested City Council race see housing as top issue
Incumbent Councilor Pious Ali and political newcomer Sam Aborne are vying for an at-large seat.
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Somerset County sheriff’s deputy on leave amid ‘yellow flag’ order
The weapons restriction order against Deputy Stephen Armiger stems from an incident at his residence in August, officials said.
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Taylor Swift otter T-shirt auction will help fight hunger in Midcoast Maine
United Midcoast Charities will auction an early copy of the sea otter T-shirt Taylor Swift wore in the “Showgirl” film that is being reissued by a Maine company.
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Judges rule Trump administration can’t suspend SNAP during shutdown
In a lawsuit that Maine joined, U.S. District Judge Indira Talwani said the government must pay out at least partial benefits to the millions of Americans — including 170,000 Mainers — who rely on food stamps.
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Maine’s 207 area code projected to last into 2050
‘The 207 area code is part of Maine’s identity,’ said Public Utilities Commission Chair Philip L. Bartlett II.
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Here’s where SNAP is distributed in Maine
Nearly 170,000 people across the state receive the monthly food assistance benefits.
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After students struck, parents push Bath to bring back crossing guards
The city held a forum after two students were struck by vehicles on their way to school.
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Sanford City Council reverses course on AI-enabled roadside cameras
The council voted, 5-0, to reverse its prior approval of Flock security cameras.
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5 things Maine residents should know about the referendums on Tuesday’s ballot
Here’s a recap of the proposals to require photo ID and make changes to absentee voting, and to put in place a red flag law.