AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoSenate Race: Troy Jackson told Susan Collins to “shut up” during their final debate Thursday, after a protester interrupted to criticize data centers. The candidates clashed over President Trump, democracy and energy costs in a contest that could decide control of the Senate. Governor’s Race: Paul LePage and Matt Dunlap also met for their final debate, as Maine’s closely watched races draw strong early voting; nearly 60,000 absentee ballots had been returned by Oct. 13. Housing: Some Franklin Towers residents say a meeting with the Portland Housing Authority eased concerns about relocating during major renovations, though many had expected the work to happen in phases. Health Care: Central Maine Medical Center must address patient-safety and infection-control problems or risk losing Medicare participation. Public Safety: One person died and two others were treated for smoke inhalation after a Bangor apartment fire; the cause is under investigation. Portland Taxes: Several charitable organizations are challenging the city’s decision to revoke property-tax exemptions, including the Maine Irish Heritage Center.
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