AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoElection Watch: Maine has recorded 197,145 early votes, about 19% of registered voters, as the Nov. 3 election nears. The Justice Department plans to send monitors to Lewiston and Portland, while election officials warn of possible tensions over poll watching. Trade and Farms: Sen. Susan Collins says nine more categories of goods used by Maine blueberry, potato, apple and seaweed producers will be exempt from U.S. tariffs on Canada. Trade talks continue, with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney saying progress reflects Washington moving closer to Canada’s position. UMaine Budget: Faculty, students and staff pressed university leaders for a say in cuts as UMaine faces a $19 million shortfall; no specific program or job cuts have been announced. Winter Costs: Maine heating oil has reached a record $6.04 a gallon, adding pressure for households heading into colder weather. Housing: A vacant historic Bangor building is being converted into 14 studio apartments, with completion expected next summer.
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