AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoRoadwork in Augusta: MaineDOT starts an I-95 pavement preservation project Aug. 20, with ramp and lane closures on northbound and southbound sections near Hallowell and Old Belgrade Rd; work runs through Fall 2026. Rail revival in Portland: A new Portland station site near Mercy Hospital is tied to a $48M federal grant, aiming to cut Downeaster run times and improve service to Portland and Brunswick. Portland housing: Equality Commons opened downtown as a 54-unit affordable senior community next to the Equality Community Center, with support for LGBTQ+ residents. Women’s equality: WalletHub ranks Maine No. 4 for women’s equality, highlighting strength in political empowerment. Public safety—Guilford homicide: State police say a Guilford man, Ryan Carleton, faces murder charges after an assault left Brent Doore dead and another adult in critical condition. Health & safety: MaineHealth received an $80K grant to expand tobacco recovery services for patients in behavioral health programs. Local alerts: Cumberland County warns of a jury duty scam; Saco police seek a missing 17-year-old last seen in Portland. Sports/entertainment: Roman Anthony’s rehab with the Portland Sea Dogs continues, and Harvest on the Harbor returns Oct. 15-17 for its 20th year.
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