The ranked choice tabulation in the contest between U.S. Rep. Jared Golden and state Rep. Austin Theriault started at 1 p.m. in Augusta; it is expected to take 3 to 5 days to complete.
Maine
Maine news from the Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel.
CMP costs for ‘service agreements’ with other utilities under scrutiny
Tens of millions of dollars could be at stake for customers as the state Public Advocate looks into expenses split among 7 Avangrid subsidiaries.
As the EPA sets new standards for lead dust exposure, Maine continues work to eradicate poisoning
The number of Maine children with elevated levels of lead in their blood has dropped significantly, but state and local officials say there is still a lot of work to be done to remove hazards from older housing.
Uncle Henry’s may stop print publication due to printer closing
The iconic Maine classified ads magazine says that it might stop publishing its print product if it can’t find another printer.
Advocates say red flag gun safety petition got big boost on Election Day
The Gun Safety Coalition of Maine wants to make it easier for family members to petition a court to take firearms away from loved ones deemed a danger to themselves or others.
Hallowell to accept proposals to sell, renovate former Second Street Fire Station
The City Council is expected to discuss the future Tuesday night of the downtown building. Any revenue from the sale could be used to bolster municipal revenue in a challenging budget year.
Waterville marks Veterans Day with parade, ceremony
Guest speaker Donald H. Marden, a U.S. Army veteran, retired major general in the Maine Army National Guard, former Superior Court justice and Waterville mayor and the current first vice commander of Bourque-Lanigan American Legion Post No. 5, addressed the crowd outside City Hall.
Revolutionary War veteran Asa Redington, one of Gen. George Washington’s guards, honored in Waterville
Redington, a member of Gen. George Washington’s elite Commander-in-Chief’s Guard during the first years of independence, was commemorated Monday by local and national historical groups.
Where to dine out for Thanksgiving dinner in Maine
Make a reservation or wing it as a walk-in at one of these restaurants serving turkey and much more.
Etna man ordered to pay $175,000 for stealing dead brother’s identity
Napoleon Gonzalez, 87, was given 5 months of probation and will not have to serve any time behind bars.