Still in postmortem mode over the midterms, when the party suffered defeats for governor, Congress and control of the Legislature, its leaders muse on how to win over voters in 2020.
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South Portland moves to enforce short-term rental rules on Jan. 1
People running brief, unhosted rentals in residential neighborhoods have nearly two months ‘to cease operating them as such, and to begin using their properties’ in compliance with city ordinances.
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Scarborough superintendent’s job on the line after voters stack school board with critics
Four of five board candidates elected Tuesday were endorsed by a group that sought to have Julie Kukenberger fired, and one of the new board’s first duties will be to review her contract.
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Yarmouth passes bonds, bars town employees from serving on council
Voters also pass an ordinance that would require landlords to give tenants 75 days of notice for rent increases.
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Portland, 6 other communities to vote on whether to join regional school service centers
Districts get extra state funds if they’re allowed to consolidate transportation, special needs and other services at the centers.
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Long battle over short-term rental rules coming to a head in South Portland
A second set of proposed regulations is on the Nov. 6 ballot, giving voters a say on a heated issue involving a collision of property rights arguments.
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Former superintendent challenges incumbent in bid for Franklin County treasurer
Quenten Clark Jr., of Farmington, is competing against incumbent Pam Prodan, of Wilton, for a four-year term as treasurer.
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Misconduct allegations lead Democrat Jon Gale to drop out of Cumberland County district attorney race
Gale admits to past extramarital affairs, but denies the accusations of sexual misconduct that the Maine Democratic Party cited when it asked him to withdraw.
