AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoMaine’s Election Watch: With Election Day a week away, polls show Susan Collins and Troy Jackson separated by just two points, while Maine officials are preparing for possible federal interference at polling places. More than 12,000 students in 115 schools picked Hannah Pingree for governor and Jackson for Senate in a statewide mock election. Heating Costs: Heating oil has reached a record statewide average of $6.04 per gallon, adding pressure on households as winter approaches. MaineCare Case: A federal judge released six people charged in an alleged South Portland health care fraud scheme, with conditions; all have pleaded not guilty. Schools: Early reviews of Maine’s new school cellphone restrictions are positive, with students and teachers reporting fewer distractions and more chances to connect in person.
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