In a closely contested race in the district that covers nearly all of Lincoln County, Windsor and Washington, the incumbent from Somerville kept his hold on his seat.
Elections 2014
Posted inElections, Elections 2014, News, Politics
Morning after: Obama, GOP in new political dynamic
One of Obama’s first post-election calls was to Senate Republican leader Mitch McConnell. The two didn’t connect, but Obama left a message for the senator.
advertisement
Posted inElections, Elections 2014, News, Politics
Ballot measures: Oregon, D.C. voters OK use of pot – California next?
Other volatile issues on state ballots on Tuesday included gun sales, minimum wage, gambling and abortion.
Posted inElections, Elections 2014, News, Politics
Republicans sweep governor’s races; Wisconsin gives Walker 3rd win
Democrats, already facing the loss of their Senate majority, had hoped governor’s races would be a bright spot on an otherwise bleak night.
Posted inElections, Elections 2014, Local & State, Maine Governor's race, News, Politics
Republicans gear up to govern Maine after resounding victories
Triumphs by LePage, Poliquin and state senate candidates mirror a Republican surge that swept the nation.
Posted inElections 2014, Maine Governor's race, News, Politics
The next four years under newly re-elected Gov. Paul LePage
The Republican’s likely goals include continued welfare reform, lower energy costs and smaller government.
Posted inElections 2014, Local & State, Local Elections, News, Politics
Fairfield voters spurn charter study
Incumbent council chairman Robert Sezak was reelected and Howard Murray won an open seat in voting Tuesday
Posted inElections 2014, Local & State, Local Elections, News, Politics
Central Maine Senate races
Whittemore easily re-elected in District 3; Katz cruises to win
Posted inElections 2014, Local & State, Local Elections, News, Politics
Central Maine Senate races feature newcomers vs. incumbents
Districts covering Augusta, Hallowell, Gardiner and other local towns were decided by voters on Tuesday.
Posted inElections 2014, Local & State, Local Elections, News, Politics
Somerset County voters give Godin early lead
The incumbent registrar of deeds had a lead of more than 2-1 over the deputy registrar.