2025 Election brings high turnout across Maine

BANGOR, Maine (WABI) - There was a high voter turnout across the state of Maine today.

Bangor in particular saw long lines throughout the day.

Besides the two statewide referendums, Bangor voters chose three city councilors from a group of nine candidates.

Four candidates were also running for two seats on the school committee.

Bangor city clerk Lisa Goodwin says the turnout surpassed expectations for an “off-year” election.

“It’s been steady. It’s picking up now as everybody is getting out of work so we’re up over 3,700 people right now so, I mean, it’s a good number for today,” she said.

Goodwin also added that she believes the two referendum questions are a big part of what drove today’s high turnout.