AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoMaine Senate Showdown: Susan Collins’ campaign and allied Republicans have launched TV ads attacking Democratic nominee Graham Platner, focusing on resurfaced past remarks about rural Mainers and law enforcement, plus allegations tied to sexual-assault related comments and other controversies as he heads toward the November general election. National Politics Watch: Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer said Democrats are “poised to take back the Senate,” pointing to multiple paths to a majority. Local Road Safety: A driver died after a head-on crash with a dump truck on Route 1 in Saco near the Drive-In Movies; Route 1 was closed briefly and police are investigating. Community & Culture: Damariscotta-area history gets a spotlight with an Alna talk June 20 on “Damariscotta and Newcastle Ships of the Slave Trade,” and Salt Bay Chamberfest in Damariscotta won a $45,000 NEA grant for its August 2026 season. Weather: Sunny Saturday is expected, with storms possible tomorrow night.
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