Foes of the project, which would carry hydroelectric power from Quebec to Lewiston, are targeting the Legislature this time instead of regulators.
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In Senate debate, Collins, Gideon share stage for the first time
The televised debate in Maine’s closely watched U.S. Senate race was co-hosted and live streamed by the Portland Press Herald, the Bangor Daily News and News Center Maine.
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Mills signs executive order to support absentee voting, protect polling places from COVID-19
The order gives clerks more time to process absentee ballots, limits the number of people in a polling place to 50 and requires municipalities to promote distancing among voters and poll workers.
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Maine agrees to improve absentee ballot access for visually impaired
Several voters sued the state saying they were deprived of the right to vote during the primary elections without going to a polling place and risking their health.
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Bond measure approval will fuel state’s goal of expanding rural broadband
Voters approved a $15 million bond last week to push high-speed internet service into more low-density areas of Maine.
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Maine voters get mixed messages on mail-in ballot postage
Amid a rapid switch to absentee voting, many Mainers aren’t sure how much postage is required to mail in their votes – and aren’t getting good answers.
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Maine amends wording of CMP corridor ballot question
It was altered by Secretary of State Matt Dunlap based on feedback received during a 30-day public comment period.
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State opens public comment on wording of ballot question to stop CMP corridor
The 30-day comment period is strictly for comments regarding whether the chosen wording accurately reflects the referendum’s intent.
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Maine may struggle to claim federal pandemic funding for elections
The CARES Act would provide Maine with $3.2 million to cover extra election costs, but the Legislature can’t appropriate $658,000 in matching funds because it is not in session.
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Democratic choices dwindle, but Maine voters’ absentee ballots still count
Seven of the 12 Democrats have dropped out since Maine printed its presidential primary ballot, and anyone who voted by absentee ballot will not get a second shot at voting.