Bobby Charles has made a series of social media posts and videos targeting Rep. Deqa Dhalac, whom he has called a ‘radical Somalia-first’ lawmaker.
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Lewiston Auburn chamber CEO Shanna Cox stepping down next year to run for office
‘I plan to run for elected office. I live in this region and I hope to run for something in the state,’ Cox told the Sun Journal.
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Maine lawmakers’ home addresses pulled from state websites after Minnesota killings
Secretary of State Shenna Bellows said the addresses for legislative candidates were removed from her office’s website ‘out of an abundance of caution.’
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More money could be headed to help Maine mobile home residents
Lawmakers supported a bill to add $3 million to a fund to help residents purchase their mobile home parks. But its fate hinges on whether it makes it into the budget.
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Maine lawmaker introduces bill to safeguard against federal cuts to school meals
The proposal from Sen. Mike Tipping would ensure Maine continues funding school meals for all if federal funding is cut, though it’s unclear exactly how much that could cost.
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Maine Legislature to discuss three-year halt on artificial turf installation
The bill, LD 1177, would halt any installation of new synthetic turf and also stop renovation of existing spaces.
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Some in Auburn, Minot support for Rep. Laurel Libby despite Maine House censure
Residents react to Tuesday night’s Maine House of Representatives vote to censure Rep. Laurel Libby, R-Auburn, for posting unblurred photos of a transgender student-athlete on social media.
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Sean Faircloth wins Maine House District 24 in special election
The Bangor resident secured roughly 70% of all ballots cast for the district that covers portions of Bangor, Orono, Brewer and Veazie.
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Recount in Sanford election tie goes to incumbent Republican accused of choking wife
Rep. Lucas Lanigan, who defeated Democrat Patricia Kidder by one vote, has been charged with aggravated domestic violence assault for allegedly choking his wife. She has asked the charge to be dropped, but officials say they plan to pursue the case against Lanigan.
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Tight House District 98 race could be headed for recount
Kilton Webb, a Democrat, beat Republican Guy Lebida by just 54 votes to head to the House of Representatives for District 98.