Twelve Scenes From a Busy Election Day Across Maine

Twelve scenes from a busy Election Day across Maine

No major issues were reported at the polls, according to the League of Women Voters, which sent more than 250 election observers across the state.

With all eyes on Maine, Election Day 2026 went pretty smoothly

Turnout was high as Mainers cast their votes in pivotal local and federal races.

With key races up and down the ballot, Maine voters turn out for Election Day • Maine Morning Star

Voters wait in line on the last day of early, in-person voting at Portland City Hall on Oct. 29, 2026. (Photo by Emma Davis/ Maine Morning Star)This Election Day, Maine residents are considering a lot on their ballots, from local initiatives to statewide elections, including several races with national stakes.  More than 290,000 Mainers have already cast a ballot, surpassing early voting numbers during the last midterm election in 2022 and appro…