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Economy looms large for Bushee, Karter in Waterville’s Ward 6

The candidates for City Council both see job creation and stimulating business as big priorities.

The seat covers Skowhegan and the Somerset County Jail in East Madison.

Democrat Craig Hickman and Republican Lee Fellman seek to represent Winthrop, Readfield and part of Monmouth.

Maloney, a Democrat, has been out campaigning, while Sullivan, an independent, is not actively working the campaign trail.

While LePage and Michaud spar in freewheeling exchanges, Cutler is a little less forceful while asserting that voters are weary of the bickering.

by The Associated Press October 20, 2014October 20, 2014

All three candidates will take part in debates scheduled for tonight and tomorrow night.

Several polls indicate popular incumbent Chellie Pingree has a commanding lead over a pair of newcomers for the House seat.

The former first lady and secretary of state will appear at a campaign rally at Scarborough High School.

Russell Black, of Wilton, is running against Guy Iverson, of Chesterville, to represent their towns and Temple, New Vineyard and Industry.

The candidates share views on state revenue sharing, but differ on the minimum wage.