Maine’s U.S. Senate candidates apparently won’t follow the example being set in Massachusetts’ high-profile Senate race for diminishing the influence of third-party groups.
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No easy answers for role of money in politics
HALLOWELL — Panelists who shared their views on money in politics came at the issue from different perspectives Wednesday, with one advocating no regulations and others saying stricter rules are needed to protect democracy.
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Local voter turnout far better than statewide
While voter turnout for Tuesday’s elections was abysmal statewide, central Maine’s core municipalities reported turnout ranging from low to normal.
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Bicentennial Nature Park could be back
AUGUSTA — Bicentennial Nature Park could return from the brink of closure once again.
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Big spending no guarantee of winning
PORTLAND — Tuesday’s primary elections proved again that money doesn’t necessarily equal success in Maine politics.
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China voters repeal septic system ordinance
CHINA — Voters on Tuesday repealed a town septic system ordinance that’s designed to protect China Lake and other bodies of water from pollution.
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FRIDAY’S EVENTS
Grand opening: The Farmers’ Market at Viles Arboretum grand opening 1-5 p.m., 153 Hospital St.; staff will serve free hot dogs, and hand out free conifer seedlings; more than 10 local farm producers offering baked goods, organically raised meats, wide selection of locally grown vegetables, cheeses, seasonal herbs and flowers, honey, homemade soaps, and more; 626-7989.
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Fowle wins in House District 58
Lori Fowle defeated Richard Fournier 226-153 in the Democratic primary for House District 58, according to unofficial results.
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Les Fossel defeats Smith in Senate District 20
A state representative will be the Republican State Senate nominee for District 20 after a landslide victory, according to unofficial results.
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TODAY’S EVENTS
Retirement gathering: The University of Maine at Farmington community retirement gathering to honor and celebrate Theodora J. Kalikow’s 18 years of service as UMF president, 4-6 p.m., Emery Community Arts Center on the UMF campus; 778-7256 or wolohan@maine. edu.