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Here are the 11 groups pouring millions of dollars into Maine’s 2nd District race
Nearly a dozen outside groups, some affiliated with politically minded billionaires, have spent about $6.8 million on the race, including roughly $3.9 million targeting Golden and $2 million targeting Theriault.
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Posted inElection 2024, Maine, Politics
All eyes on Maine’s 2nd District as race heats up for U.S. House seat
National analysts say the hard-fought race between Jared Golden and Austin Theriault is a toss-up and could decide which party controls the U.S. House of Representatives.
Posted inMaine
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Posted inSchools and Education
Court sides with Pennsylvania parents in suit over transgender lesson for first graders
The district or teacher never informed parents of the planned lesson, meaning they were not given the option to opt their child out.
Posted inNation & World, News
Ukrainian president calls on Europe for aid
Volodymyr Zelensky planned to present his blueprint at a weekend meeting of Western leaders in Germany, but it was postponed after President Biden stayed home because of the hurricane crisis in Florida.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Business, Nation & World, News
Disney World and other Orlando parks to reopen Friday after Milton shutdown
Some Halloween special events won’t be offered and they won’t necessarily be fully functioning Friday, but the public is welcome back, the parks said in statements.
Posted inNews, Schools and Education
Farmington-area school board highlights newsletter relaunch and open house event
The RSU 9 board of directors met Tuesday, focusing on updates from the superintendent, discussions on professional development, and recognizing staff efforts in supporting students with special needs.
Posted inMaine, Morning Sentinel, Nation & World
Mid-Maine Chamber president on vacation weathers Florida hurricane
Kimberly Lindlof, president and CEO of the Mid-Maine Chamber of Commerce in Waterville, described riding out Hurricane Milton at her condo in Venice, Florida, where she is vacationing.
Posted inMaine, News
Franklin County opts to buy new bridge for $1 million to go over Orbeton Stream in Madrid Township
The meeting dates for Commission meetings have also changed for the remainder of October, beginning of November.