AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoMaine Politics: In Washington, Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer met with Democratic Senate hopeful Graham Platner but kept dodging questions about the sexting and other past-behavior controversies dogging his campaign. Gubernatorial Race: Republican Jonathan Bush is campaigning on a “fewer regulations” message during a factory tour, arguing Maine’s paid family medical leave and other rules are raising costs for businesses. Public Safety: Lewiston police say they arrested five juveniles in an alleged retaliatory shooting plot, as officials point to a troubling uptick in youth gun violence. Local Government: Lewiston City Council advanced a second school budget for a June 9 vote, after earlier cuts and debate over costs. Portland Cold Case: Portland police identified “Jane Doe” from an East End Beach discovery in 2015 as Byung Ran Kim. Business & Community: South Portland’s Mall Plaza is set for demolition to make way for two hotels, and Augusta’s Smush Cookie Creamery announced it opens June 4. Health & Aging: FAME announced leadership changes and another “Best Places to Work in Maine” win, while CMS data shows Pinnacle Health & Rehab in South Portland received an overall 3 rating in Q1 2026.
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