The Waterville debate focused on education and the economy, and highlighted differences in international trade and a proposal for a privately funded East-West highway.
Elections 2014
Maine House District 118 candidates air views on energy, welfare
Republican incumbent Larry Dunphy, of Embden, faces Democrat newcomer Matthew Quinn, of Cornville, in the district that consists of northern Somerset County.
Maine’s CD1 candidates talk Iraq, ACA and whoopie pies
Misiuk and Murphy say dysunction in Washgington means three-term incumbent Pingree needs to go.
Debates set in Maine’s 2nd District, but all candidates may not show
Democrat Emily Cain and Republican Bruce Poliquin differ on whether independent Blaine Richardson should debate, affecting organizers’ decisions.
Cutler: State should investigate purchase of Verso mill power plant
The independent candidate for governor said the state should look into buying the power plant at the mill, which could be a major economic development asset for the region.
Maine gubernatorial candidates prepare to take the debate stage
The first of five debates is Wednesday.
Verso closing will shadow Maine governor’s race
Four of the five debates slated for LePage, Michaud and Cutler will be held before chambers of commerce and the loss of 500 mill jobs will be a key topic.
At rally for Michaud, Michelle Obama urges women and youths to vote
Speaking at UMaine, the first lady address a weakness for Democratic candidates: getting supporters to vote in a year with no presidential election.
Crowd forms in Orono as Michelle Obama to rally for Michaud
Mike Michaud is looking for a boost in a heated three-way race for the Blaine House that remains tight with just a month until Election Day.
Angus King to endorse 2nd District’s Cain on Wednesday
The independent U.S. senator’s backing will help the Democrat by drawing attention to her race against Republican Bruce Poliquin, one observer says.