The three candidates discussed issues like homelessness, affordability, and sustainability on Friday night.
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Susan Collins’ campaign responds to Janet Mills entering U.S. Senate race
Maine Beer Co.’s Dan Kleban drops out of the Democratic primary, and national forecasters are now calling the U.S. Senate race a toss-up with the entrance of Maine’s 2-term Democratic governor.
Gorham voters have a ballot full of decisions
Municipal election slate includes 2 referendums, 3 town councilors, 3 for school board.
Biddeford mayoral candidates discuss affordability, transparency
The three candidates talk about their plans for future of city.
Janet Mills looks to challenge Susan Collins in an effort to flip U.S. Senate
Maine’s 2-term Democratic governor will have to fend off primary challenges from several others, including Graham Platner, a 41-year-old veteran and oyster farmer whose campaign has garnered attention.
Meet the candidates running for Bath City Council
Two candidates are vying for an at-large seat on the Bath City Council, while three are running uncontested for RSU 1 board seats.
Maine lawmakers target Trump policies, AI and more ahead of next session
The 250-plus emergency bills submitted range from making the potato the state vegetable to addressing federal health care cuts.
Gov. Janet Mills urges Maine voters to reject Question 1
The state’s top Democrat says the ‘fundamental right to vote is under attack’ because of a proposal to adopt Voter ID and increase restrictions on absentee voting.
Maine offers federal workers aid as Trump administration begins mass firings
State-backed loans, unemployment insurance and other benefits are being provided to furloughed federal workers facing the prospect of layoffs as the government shutdown stretches into a second week.
Bernie Sanders scolds Democrats for encouraging Gov. Mills to enter Senate race
Bernie Sanders believes Graham Platner, an oyster farmer and veteran, is the best candidate to flip the Maine seat.