AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoU.S. Senate Race: Graham Platner drew a big, supportive crowd at a Portland town hall Sunday, trying to steady his campaign after fresh reports about his past conduct toward women. He denied allegations described by the New York Times, while some Democrats say they’re uneasy but still backing him. Local Politics: Augusta voters may soon see a petition push for a rare ranked-choice setup that would replace ward-based council seats with citywide elected officials, a change opponents say could weaken neighborhood ties. Transportation: MaineDOT plans weather-dependent repaving work that will close the I-95 westbound ramp from Western Avenue in Augusta around June 7-8, with detours in place. Public Safety & Community: Lewiston continues to grapple with teen gun violence, with reporting pointing to deeper issues like housing and education gaps. Community Spotlight: Special Olympics Summer Games wrapped in Orono, with athletes from across Maine competing and many set to head to national events.
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