Gary Rairdon defeated Elizabeth Eisele McLellan by a mere 7 votes. McLellan is considering the possibility of a recount.
Politics
Local, statewide and national political news from the Portland Press Herald.
Scarborough approves major school overhaul
After years of back and forth, voters support $139 million in school renovations and additions.
Turnout strong in Saco
Voters in Saco decided on issues like gun control, absentee voting and city government.
Kennebunk-area school budget approved on third try
RSU 21’s $61.7 million proposal was approved at the polls Tuesday.
Brunswick elects 3 new town councilors
One race was won by a single vote, according to unofficial results the town released Tuesday night.
Ambrosino wins reelection for at-large seat on Bath City Council
Julie Ambrosino will serve 3 more years after winning against challenger Brian Bennett.
Biddeford voters approve Charter Commission
The commission will review and revise the city’s charter.
Siegel, Hamblen, Dearborn win Gorham council seats
Incumbent Seven Siegel and newcomers Charles Hamblen and Kelly Dearborn won the 6-way race for 3 seats on Town Council.
Liam LaFountain becomes Biddeford’s next mayor
LaFountain pledged to rebuild confidence in the city’s government after beating incumbent Mayor Martin Grohman and Councilor Norman Belanger.
Windham picks 2 school board representatives
Christina Small and Matthew Irving prevailed in the race to fill 2 of Windham’s 6 seats.