AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoMaine Politics: A new NYT/Portland Press Herald/Siena poll puts Sen. Susan Collins up 49% to 46% over Troy Jackson, a 3-point lead within the margin of error as the race tightens heading into Election Day. Cost of Living: Maine heating oil hit a record $6.02 a gallon, up 81% from last year, with residents estimated to pay about $740 more to fill a 275-gallon tank. Weather & Water: Drought conditions stay unchanged statewide, with southern Maine in severe drought and coastal areas in extreme drought, though a nor’easter may bring some coastal relief. Health Care: Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Bangor opened as Maine’s first new rehab hospital in 30 years, aiming to improve access for stroke and brain injury patients. Public Safety: A motorcyclist was hospitalized after a collision at Sanford Plaza in Sanford; police say neither driver was impaired. Environment: Maine DMR launched a sturgeon reporting and safe-release push, using NOAA-funded signs and a sightings portal. Sports & Community: Portland unveiled a mural celebrating the Hearts of Pine pro soccer team, and Franklin Arias earned Eastern League MVP/Top Prospect honors with the Sea Dogs.
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