The former aide says 4 months in prison left him feeling ’empowered.’
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Sen. King debates Republican, Democratic challengers
The independent seeking his third term has run a quiet campaign so far against Republican Demi Kouzounas and Democrat David Costello, as well as independent Jason Cherry, who did not participate in Monday’s debate.
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Brunswick ballot update: Meet the write-in candidate
The race for a seat on Brunswick City Council underwent changes mid-October when District 3 candidate Mary McNulty dropped out of the race and Brunswick resident Chris Teel declared a write-in campaign to vie for the at-large seat.
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Voting by mail? Postal Service says mail your ballot by Tuesday
The recommendation comes as election officials around the country have raised concerns about the Postal Service’s ability to handle a large amount of election mail this year.
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Fires set in drop boxes destroy hundreds of ballots in Washington, damage 3 in Oregon
Police say the 2 fires Monday appear to be connected to each other and that they have identified a ‘suspect vehicle’ tied to the situation.
Posted inSouth Portland Sentry
Letter: South Portland should support bond to enhance school safety
If nothing else, please vote “Yes” for the school bond and its safety improvements. I know a lot of South Portland residents are stressed and upset about the increased property taxes and, therefore, might balk at several bond proposals up for vote on Nov. 5, but the safety improvement bond is critical. Every morning my […]
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Philly DA sues to stop Elon Musk’s $1 million voter giveaway in Pennsylvania
The suit is the first legal action challenging the controversial sweepstakes launched earlier this month by the X and Tesla executive’s America PAC.
Posted inNorthern Forecaster
Letter: Freeport should back the bond to buy 22 Main St.
Question No. 1 on the ballot in Freeport proposes to buy the vacant lot at 22 Main St. next to Town Hall. To many, it is the gateway to Freeport’s downtown. It is situated between the Freeport Public Safety Building and Freeport’s Town Hall. The owners of the property have offered to sell it to […]
Posted inElection 2024, Portland Forecaster, The Forecaster
Advocates for Portland’s homeless convene forum of City Council candidates
The forums, facilitated by the advocacy group Homeless Voices for Justice, served as a platform for constituents with experience in homelessness to engage with candidates for Portland City Council.
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Chinese hackers said to have collected audio of American calls
The hackers are said to be part of a Chinese government-affiliated group that American researchers have dubbed Salt Typhoon.