AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoMaine Politics & Elections: Susan Collins and Troy Jackson both hit the trail Friday as the Senate race tightens, with Collins saying Jackson “struggles to control his temper” after resurfaced 1988 allegations and Jackson acknowledging he “made a mistake” while pitching himself as better for working people. Public Safety: Lewiston is rolling out a mobile command unit as part of its community engagement push, aiming to calm nerves and boost tips during a recent uptick in youth violence. Infrastructure Watch: MaineDOT is still investigating the Old Town Llewellen Estes Bridge collapse during reconstruction that sent workers to the hospital with minor injuries; officials say they’re collecting details and checking the temporary detour bridge. Health & Costs: Maine’s ACA marketplace premiums are set to jump about 14.8% in 2027, and regulators cite higher medical costs and prescription prices. Coastal Safety: Maine DMR is urging beachgoers to use extra caution as white shark sightings increase, especially near southern Maine beaches. Local Business: Glenburn’s Harvey RV and Marine has a new owner—longtime employee Matt Rublee—who says he plans to keep the business running the way it has for decades. Community & Education: Maine INBRE marked 25 years of biomedical research training and economic impact, highlighting how thousands of undergraduates have gained hands-on lab experience.
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