A series of meetings between the lobster industry and top U.S. trade officials Friday was intended to ‘get across … how important this is to our state,’ says Sen. Angus King.
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Lauzon withdraws from House race
The Biddeford man and advocate for sexually abused children plans to attend law school and said he may consider other political opportunities in the future.
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Citing unfinished work, Angus King launches re-election bid for U.S. Senate
The Maine independent says while the Senate is making some progress addressing the partisan divide in Washington, he believes there is still work to be done.
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Dick Tuck, political operative who pranked Nixon, dies at 94
His practical jokes and pranks helped define modern election combat.
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Judge denies Republicans’ bid to escape ranked-choice voting in June 12 primaries
Barring an appeal, the win-with-over-50% system will be used in the Maine party’s races for governor and a House seat.
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Councilor, social worker vying to represent Old Orchard Beach
The two Democrats will compete for the nomination to fill the seat being vacated by Rep. George Hogan.
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Two newcomers will square off in House District 21 Democratic primary
The winner will face the Republican incumbent and a Green Independent challenger in November.
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Water thrown on commentator Tomi Lahren during Sunday brunch
The conservative icon says she’s undeterred by the incident at a Minneapolis restaurant.
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Congress enacts bill to protect senior citizens from scam artists
The measure, written in part by Sen. Susan Collins of Maine, now goes to President Trump’s desk for a signature.
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Biddeford Democrats compete for a chance at open legislative seat
City Councilor Victoria Foley and former state Rep. John Eder hope to fill the Maine House seat being vacated by Martin Grohman.