AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoMaine Politics & Elections: Maine’s ranked-choice voting is underway for key primaries, including a GOP House race where a candidate who dropped out still nearly won on first-choice votes and could clinch via second choices. Public Safety: A second firefighter has died from injuries suffered in the May 15 Robbins Lumber fire and explosion in Searsmont, following the earlier death of another responder; the investigation continues. Local Crime: Lewiston police say a 23-year-old woman was seriously injured in a Sunday morning shooting and the case remains under investigation. State Economy & Growth: A new report ranks Maine 14th for life satisfaction, praising strengths like civil liberties and air quality while flagging low marks for youth depression and economic output. Tech & Industry: Gorham has paused new data center proposals for six months after residents raised concerns about water, power, and noise. Business & Jobs: Ocean State Job Lot is holding hiring events in St. Johnsbury, VT, with dozens of openings for part-time and seasonal roles.
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