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Friday, September 4, 202609/04/2026

Quincy Hentzel

We speak with Quincy Hentzel, CEO Portland Regional Chamber of Commerce about upcoming Eggs & Issues coming up next week.

Thursday, September 3, 202609/03/2026

Maine Vintage Toys

Jesse Fairbanks with Maine Vintage Toys comes in studio, talking about all things nostalgic, trivia and more! www.mainevintagetoys.com

Thursday, September 3, 202609/03/2026

Josh Filler

Matt is joined by security analyst Josh Filler. Josh is an attorney and former New York City, White House, and Department of Homeland Security official, bringing deep national security experience to the conversation.

Thursday, September 3, 202609/03/2026

Jason Savage

Matt speaks to Jason Savage, Senior Advisor at the Maine Republican Party

Thursday, September 3, 202609/03/2026

Changes in vision as you age

We open today’s show talking about how quickly it’s become dark for the commute into the station. Producer Jeremy Mixer (in for the Vacationing Danny) points out how much harder it is to drive in the dark when it’s raining than it used to be, leading to Matt and Jeremy talking about how their vision has changed… and hasn’t changed. Following that, Matt gives a preview of today’s show.

Thursday, September 3, 202609/03/2026

Eye On Politics

Eric Lusk & Keith Mestrich join Matt for their Analysis of Maine & National Politics.

Wednesday, September 2, 202609/02/2026

Tech Talk: Craig Peterson

Craig Peterson – America’s Leading Cybersecurity Coach, joins The WGAN Morning News every Wednesday at 7:35 for Tech Talk. Catch Craig every Saturday from 5pm-7pm on WGAN as he shares his Cybersecurity Secrets along with the latest Security news.

Wednesday, September 2, 202609/02/2026

Laurel Libby

We speak to Rep. Laurel Libby on all things political in Maine and Nationally.

Tuesday, September 1, 202609/01/2026

Capital Insights: Phil Harriman

Phil Harriman joins the WGAN Morning News in-studio to discuss his latest take on the current state of politics in the state, the country, and around the world.
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Tuesday, September 1, 202609/01/2026

Tuesdays with Howie Carr

Tuesday’s With Howie Carr sponsored by Route 22 Service Center, don’t delay, make an appointment today at Route 22 Service Center. Online at route22servicecenter.com

Local Headlines

2 hours ago in Local

Man Accused of Murdering Another Man Before Portland Police Shot, Injured Him

Two officers are on administrative leave.

16 hours ago in Local

Portland Jetport Among Airports Hit by Technical Problems at Key Air Traffic Center

Hundreds of flights were canceled in the U.S. Northeast

16 hours ago in Local

Prime Bayside Lots in Portland Now Being Marketed for Development

The city rezoned the property for dense commercial housing.

National Headlines

2 hours ago in National

California farmers are struggling to sell grapes as demand for wine drops

It's harvest time in California wine country, but many growers are struggling to sell their grapes as changing drinking habits have caused demand to plunge. The decline is forcing some growers to tear out vineyards that their families have grown for generations.

4 days ago in National, Trending

Early voting begins in US midterm elections that could flip control of Congress

In-person voting for this year's midterm elections began Friday, ushering in the final six weeks for Americans to decide which party they trust to lead Congress through a cost-of-living crisis, a prolonged war in Iran and other pressing issues.

2 weeks ago in National, Trending

US marks 25 years since the Sept. 11 attacks

Americans are commemorating the 25th anniversary of 9/11, remembering the shock, the dead and the sweeping consequences of the al-Qaida attacks on symbols of U.S. might and prosperity.

2 weeks ago in National, Trending

Anthropic researcher resigns with warning about the dangers of AI development

An Anthropic researcher said he is resigning from the company over concerns the artificial intelligence firm and its competitors are not acting responsibly in AI development, echoing concerns raised inside and outside of the industry about the technology's potential to elude human control.