AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoElection Watch: With Maine voters heading to the polls Tuesday, federal prosecutors are reviewing Lewiston City Hall footage after allegations that interpreters improperly assisted Somali-American voters. Officials have not said whether an investigation is underway; state rules allow helpers to assist but not influence a voter’s choices. Susan Collins and Troy Jackson made final pitches in their closely watched Senate race. Fatal Fire: One person and two dogs died in a Belfast mobile-home fire Friday. Investigators believe it began on a rear porch; the cause remains under investigation. Coastal Livelihoods: September’s algae bloom has faded from Midcoast waters, but clammers and growers fear lasting damage. Some worms and soft-shell clams may have died, and spring may be needed to assess further losses. Portland Streets: Payson Park’s Catafalque Drive is set to reopen Nov. 16, with six speed bumps planned after a study found most drivers exceeded the 15-mph limit. Lobster Industry: Collins and Sen. Maria Cantwell clashed over legislation extending relief from federal lobster rules; Sen. Ted Cruz says he’ll advance the bill when Congress returns.
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