But Republicans dismissed the defeat as a ‘low stakes’ race that in no way indicates what will happen in November when both candidates face off again with former Republican Gov. Paul LePage and Democratic Gov. Janet Mills at the top of the ticket.
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Posted inBusiness, Maine
As gas prices pass $5 a gallon, Maine lawmakers seek probe into price gouging
The average price for a gallon of regular gasoline in Maine was $5.06 on Friday, with Franklin County reporting the highest countywide average at $5.16.
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Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine
Two Democrats vye for party nomination in Hallowell-area state representative race
Candidates Daniel Shagoury and Patrick Wynne, both of Hallowell, say their unique career experiences will help them serve Mainers.
Posted inMaine, Maine Crime, News
Panel that reviews police shootings needs more staff, power to effect change, leaders say
The 15-member group was created in 2019 and began issuing reports last year, but it has no power to change policies or practices, its intended goal.
Posted inMaine, Uncategorized
State to begin issuing $850 checks this week, but envelopes in short supply
Maine Revenue Services expects to issue 200,000 refunds a week, meaning most of the 858,000 checks should be issued by the end of June – if the state has enough envelopes.
Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
Lewiston Rep. Cloutier: State budget invests in programs, services hardworking Mainers deserve
This spending plan brings Mainers financial relief and invests in education and retirement so our youngest and oldest residents can thrive.
Posted inMaine, Politics
Criticism of Gov. Mills mounts in Portland over asylum seekers
A Portland city councilor says the governor has ‘largely ignored’ the crisis, while a state representative and party leader called the administration’s response ‘absolutely abysmal.’
Posted inMaine, Uncategorized
Child safety advocates look to keep heat on state agency throughout the summer
Advocates said Wednesday that they will keep pressuring state officials to reform practices and the culture within the state’s beleaguered child protection services.
Posted inMaine Voices, Op-Eds, Opinion
Maine Voices: Hard work is happening to protect children, support families
We’ve pursued solid policy decisions grounded in facts, consideration of multiple perspectives and fair and productive dialogue.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, Maine Cannabis Report, Politics
Maine clarifies marijuana rules to help medical users
Lawmakers unanimously approved a bill that supporters say cuts down on the need for interpretation of some rules.