AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoPublic Safety Tragedy: Maine’s Searsmont community is mourning Assistant Fire Chief Wayne Woodbury, 76, who died Sunday from injuries suffered in the May 15 Robbins Lumber fire and explosion; a second firefighter, Andrew Cross, also died, and investigators say the blast began at a silo. Community Vigil & Recovery: Jacob Spaulding, another firefighter hurt in the same incident, was released from Maine Medical Center and welcomed home Monday, while firefighters planned a 24/7 vigil at a Belfast funeral home. Local Government: Gorham paused new data center proposals for 180 days after residents raised concerns about water, power, and noise. Energy Costs: Central Maine Power faced fresh scrutiny at a public hearing as advocates and candidates pushed back on proposed rate hikes. Arts & Food: Portland restaurateur Dana Street won a James Beard Award for Outstanding Restaurateur. Sports: Tuesday’s North regional finals set the stage for Maine high school baseball and softball state championship weekend.
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