Craig Hickman of Winthrop earned nearly two-thirds of the votes in the district, which encompasses southern Kennebec County. He was sworn in Wednesday morning.
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Maine Ethics Commission says Senate District 14 candidate violated election law, but assesses no penalty
At issue are four electronic signs posted on behalf of William Guerrette, the Republican candidate in the race, and whether they comply with state election laws.
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Maine Ethics Commission to meet on Senate District 14 campaign complaint
The complaint alleges that electronic signs used by William Guerrette lacked a disclosure statement of who paid for them. That disclosure was added to the signs at the request of the commission.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine
Guerrette, Hickman vie for Senate District 14 seat
The special election was called because Shenna Bellows, who was elected to a third term representing Senate District 14, declined to be sworn in when she was elected by the Legislature to serve as Maine’s secretary of state.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine
Painting of 19th century Hallowell cityscape sells for $201,600 at Sotheby’s auction
The piece, painted around 1860, was bought by Connecticut-based American folk art dealer David Schorsch, who said it will become inventory at his business.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine
Painting of Hallowell from 19th century being auctioned at Sotheby’s
The oil painting is being sold as part of a collection from the estate of Margaret P. Gregory of Connecticut. Bidding starts at $20,000.
Posted inCommunity, Kennebec Journal, Morning Sentinel
Veterans’ Homelessness Prevention Coordination Program funding available
Program created to provide assistance for Maine veterans experiencing homelessness.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine
Wreaths to be laid at central Maine cemeteries Saturday
More than a half dozen events are planned across Kennebec County to honor the lives of those who have served in the miliary as part of the annual December tradition.
Posted inMaine, Morning Sentinel, Schools and Education
Erskine Academy in China to go fully remote until Nov. 30
With a third reported case within two weeks, the China private school decided to transition to remote learning until the end of November.
Posted inCommunity, Kennebec Journal
Whitefield Lions Club to give donations to school art departments
Schools include those in Windsor, Jefferson, Whitefield and Chelsea.