AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoElection Fallout: Maine Democrats expanded their majorities in the Legislature as Hannah Pingree won the governor’s race and Troy Jackson defeated Susan Collins. Paul LePage has claimed victory in the 2nd District, but ranked-choice tabulation is still pending. The state also set a midterm turnout record, with more than 730,000 ballots cast. Bucksport’s Mill: Ideas for the vacant site include shrimp farming, wood-pellet production and self-flying planes to deliver mail to islands, but none has moved forward. UMaine Budget: The university system is offering buyouts to 158 faculty members as it tackles budget shortfalls. Heating Costs: Maine heating oil has hit a record average of $6.04 a gallon, adding pressure as colder weather approaches. Road Closure: A crash involving a tractor-trailer and SUV closed Route 26 at two Oxford intersections Sunday; one person was taken to the hospital.
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