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Wednesday, November 6th, 2024
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Good morning, Portland. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 6th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Rising Tide Brewing Company in Portland is hosting a pig roast on Election Day, encouraging voters to visit post-polls. FOX23
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Maine sex offender has been sentenced to 50 years in prison and life under supervision for multiple offenses, including child sexual abuse material crimes. FOX23
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Maine experienced high voter turnout in a historic presidential election, with strong participation despite long lines and minor disruptions from hoax shooting threats at some polling places. Portland Press Herald
- ➤ U.S. Senator Angus King faces three challengers in the Maine Senate race, debating key issues like inflation, reproductive rights, and immigration reform ahead of the election. FOX23
- ➤ Portland voters are casting ballots on Election Day to elect city council and school board members, and to decide on initiatives regarding short-term rental regulations and changes to hazard pay provisions. WGME
- ➤ Maine Congresswoman Chellie Pingree advocates for re-election, emphasizing focus on childcare, climate change, and the state's unique challenges. FOX23
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Coffee By Design in Portland, operational since 1994, boasts two employees with certified coffee expert credentials. FOX23
SHOP NEWS
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