Maine issues hunting permits and maintains records of felony convictions. Why not cross-check them so a state legislator and others barred from possessing weapons can’t get away with ignoring the law?
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Posted inElection 2018, Elections, Politics
Senate District 33: Democratic Sanford councilor challenges Republican incumbent
Sen. David Woodsome of Waterboro is in a rematch against former state Rep. John Tuttle.
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Senate District 34: Two experienced lawmakers seek Republican’s seat
Ronald Collins of Wells cannot run because of term limits.
Posted inElection 2018, Local & State, Local Elections, Politics, Schools and Education
Portland, 6 other communities to vote on whether to join regional school service centers
Districts get extra state funds if they’re allowed to consolidate transportation, special needs and other services at the centers.
Posted inElection 2018, Local & State, Politics
Ads all the time: Maine’s tight 2nd District race is generating more than any other in the nation
In the 10-day period ending Oct. 25, an average of 26 television commercials aired per hour for the congressional election pitting Rep. Bruce Poliquin and challenger Jared Golden.
Posted inElection 2018, Elections, Local & State, Politics
New poll shows Mills 8 points ahead of Moody with race for governor heading into the homestretch
The survey by Emerson College also suggests a dead heat in Maine’s 2nd District contest between Rep. Bruce Poliquin and Jared Golden.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Commentary: Janet Mills prepared to fight labor crisis, revitalize government
Mills will mobilize political, business and community partners to work with all levels of government.
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Our Endorsement: All 3 incumbents for Portland City Council deserve another term
Nicholas Mavodones, Belinda Ray and Spencer Thibodeau have the right skills for the fast-changing city.
Posted inLocal & State, Local Elections, News
Long battle over short-term rental rules coming to a head in South Portland
A second set of proposed regulations is on the Nov. 6 ballot, giving voters a say on a heated issue involving a collision of property rights arguments.
Posted inElection 2018, Local & State, Local Elections
South Portland council: Two candidates active in community seek District 4 seat
April Caricchio is a retirement home administrator and mother of three, and James Gilboy is a real estate appraiser and father of four.