Coverage dated October 1, 2026

Maine gubernatorial hopefuls trade barbs in first televised debate

Headline from Portland Press Herald

Thursday's debate was a chance for Republican Bobby Charles and independent Rick Bennett to shake up a race in which Democrat Hannah Pingree has a comfortable lead in polling and fundraising.

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Bangor Daily News
Live updates: Maine’s gubernatorial candidates meet for 1st debate (opens Bangor Daily News)
Published Oct 1, 2026
Bangor Daily News's feed description
Democrat Hannah Pingree, Republican Bobby Charles and independent Rick Bennett meet at 7 p.m. Thursday.
Portland Press Herald
Maine gubernatorial hopefuls trade barbs in first televised debate (opens Portland Press Herald)
Published Oct 1, 2026
Portland Press Herald's feed description
Thursday's debate was a chance for Republican Bobby Charles and independent Rick Bennett to shake up a race in which Democrat Hannah Pingree has a comfortable lead in polling and fundraising.