Nearly a dozen outside groups, some affiliated with politically minded billionaires, have spent about $6.8 million on the race, including roughly $3.9 million targeting Golden and $2 million targeting Theriault.
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All eyes on Maine’s 2nd District as race heats up for U.S. House seat
National analysts say the hard-fought race between Jared Golden and Austin Theriault is a toss-up and could decide which party controls the U.S. House of Representatives.
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Posted inLewiston-Auburn, Schools & Education
In pursuit of their dreams, CNA graduates overcome challenges
Lewiston Adult Education’s 2024 Certified Nursing Assistants found a family among their classmates while working for their dreams.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, News
Naked man plucked from river in Lewiston
When police and rescue crews first approached the man, he refused to come out of the river, police said. Rescuers lowered a boat into the water and the man was physically pulled from the river.
Posted inSchools & Education
Court sides with Pennsylvania parents in suit over transgender lesson for first graders
The district or teacher never informed parents of the planned lesson, meaning they were not given the option to opt their child out.
Posted inNation / World, News
Ukrainian president calls on Europe for aid
Volodymyr Zelensky planned to present his blueprint at a weekend meeting of Western leaders in Germany, but it was postponed after President Biden stayed home because of the hurricane crisis in Florida.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Business, Nation / World, News
Disney World and other Orlando parks to reopen Friday after Milton shutdown
Some Halloween special events won’t be offered and they won’t necessarily be fully functioning Friday, but the public is welcome back, the parks said in statements.
Posted inRiver Valley, Rumford Falls Times, Schools & Education
Dixfield high school students learn canoeing, hiking skills
Summer Outdoor Learning program leader Kate O’Connor said Dirigo High School students learned how to control their emotions and be more confident in their choices.
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How China is using antisemitic conspiracies to influence down-ballot races
The accounts are part of Spamouflage, China’s largest known covert influence operation.
Posted inFranklin, News, Schools & Education
Farmington-area school board highlights newsletter relaunch and open house event
The RSU 9 board of directors met Tuesday, focusing on updates from the superintendent, discussions on professional development, and recognizing staff efforts in supporting students with special needs.