In 2008, more than 2 million voters chose someone other than Obama or Republican nominee John McCain but will Gary Johnson and Virgil Goode make a difference this year?
October 2012
Maine woman sentenced for stealing from employer
The Hermon woman stole $202,000 over a two-year-period, ending last November.
Manager of Maine lobster co-op charged with theft
Robert Thompson, manager of the Spruce Head co-op in South Thomaston, was released on $100,000 surety bail following his arrest.
Israeli forces kill American gunman in hotel shootout
The gunman was a 23-year-old Jewish man from New York who was participating in a program that brings Jews to Israel for work and studies.
Aesthetic lighting sought for Memorial Bridge
Ben Porter of Kittery said that for $60,000, the bridge could be illuminated by white lights; for a little more, it could showcase other colors.
Scalia: Abortion, gay rights easy cases to decide
“The death penalty? Give me a break. It’s easy. Abortion? Absolutely easy. Nobody ever thought the Constitution prevented restrictions on abortion.”
Bates student critically hurt in stairwell fall
Troy Pappas, 18, of Eliot is a graduate of Marshwood High School where he was a top student and athlete.
Maine school insurance data law upheld
The idea of the law was to make information available so school districts can explore lower cost options.
Gay marriage opponents prepare yard signs in Maine
The Protect Marriage Maine opposition group says thousands of yard signs will be distributed to referendum opponents.
Ethics panel to investigate state senator from Bangor
Democrats say a Republican Clean Elections candidate coordinated with a political action committee.