The Democratic U.S. Senate candidate has come under fire recently for his now-deleted social media posts about racism, sexual assault in the military and police officers.
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Meet the candidates for Auburn School Committee
Voters will decide Nov. 4 on three contested races, as well as three uncontested spots.
Albert, Rich face challenger Pulk for Auburn School Committee at-large seats
The three candidates are vying for two at-large seats that are up for grabs. Name: Pamela Foster AlbertAge: 47Occupation: Epidemiologist Family: Married, 2 children ages 20 and 18 Community involvement: Current: Auburn School Committee member (since Jan. 2022) and current chairperson, Negotiations Subcommittee spokesperson, Finance Subcommittee, Facilities Subcommittee, Auburn Middle School Advisory Committee. Past: Dempsey Challenge […]
In Auburn’s Ward 5, Poisson faces challenge from Mercier for School Committee
Name: Constance MercierAge: 83Occupation: Retired.Family: Widowed. Four children, seven grandchildren.Community involvement: Former Auburn School Committee member. 1. Why do you think you are the most qualified or best candidate for this seat? I tried to do good for everybody. When I was on the school board before, there was a meeting, and they wanted to […]
In Auburn’s Ward 4, Chapman faces off with Gormely for School Committee
Name: Lydia ChapmanAge: 20Occupation: Full-time employee/studentCommunity involvement: Candidate for School Committee 1. Why do you think you are the most qualified or best candidate for this seat?I grew up in Auburn and have lived here my whole life. I am a graduate of Edward Little(High School) and have observed how poorly students are set up […]
Auburn School Committee candidates unopposed in wards 1-3
Ward 1’s McGuigan running unopposed Name: Korin McGuigan Age: 49 Occupation: Inventory analyst Family: Married for 24 years to husband Jim with two daughters, Caelan, a 2022 ELHS graduate, and Evelyn, a junior at ELHS. Community involvement: Current Auburn School Committee Ward 1 representative, former director of Bill Koch Cross Country Ski Club and former […]
Graham Platner says he will remove a Nazi-linked tattoo. Bernie is standing by him.
The Democratic candidate for U.S. Senate said he didn’t know the meaning of the skull tattoo, which he got in 2007 while on leave in Croatia during his time in the Marines.
Former US Rep. Mike Michaud backs Jared Golden’s primary challenger
Golden’s campaign dismissed the endorsement of Matt Dunlap, pointing to Michaud’s loss in the 2014 governor’s race.
Graham Platner still navigating political storm over social media posts
The head of the Democratic National Committee said Sunday that the U.S. Senate candidate’s comments are not disqualifying. Other supporters say they’re sticking with the oyster farmer, even after his political director quit.
What to know about Maine’s 2025 elections
Local races and two statewide referendum questions will be decided Nov. 4, 2025.