The only citizen referendum rejected by the voters was one that would have further restricted short-term rentals in the city.
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Half of Maine’s voters have cast absentee ballots. Now Election Day voters get their turn.
An election marked by a deadly pandemic, deep polarization and record-setting absentee voting will come to a close Tuesday, but some races may not be decided for days.
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Two seek Cape Elizabeth seat in Maine House
CAPE ELIZABETH — A Maine state senator and a local investment and insurance manager are vying for the seat in House District 30. Sen. Rebecca Millett, D-Cape Elizabeth, whose term in the senate expires this year, is running against Timothy Lee Thompson, R-Cape Elizabeth, for the seat representing part of Cape Elizabeth. Millett praised Gov. […]
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Two races for seats on Windham council
East District incumbent Brett Jones faces challenger Harrison Deah, and Mark Morrison and Bob Muir will square off for the at large seat.
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Incumbent faces challenge for House seat in South Portland and Cape Elizabeth
Tammy Walter, R-Cape Elizabeth, is challenging state Rep. Christopher Kessler, D-South Portland.
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Five candidates vie for three seats on Scarborough Town Council
Key areas of debate include Scarborough’s significant residential growth and its effect on public services, schools and infrastructure.
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Referendum proposals could add $12 million in costs to Portland budget, city says
Mayor Kate Snyder says two initiatives on the Nov. 3 ballot could lead to additional cuts in city services.
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Four candidates running for 2 seats on Sanford City Council
The race includes longtime councilors Maura Herlihy and Joseph Hanslip and two political newcomers.
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Three-way race for Sanford mayor features experienced elected officials
All 3 candidates have been elected to local office in Sanford, and are now looking to lead the city.
