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Heather Johnson

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Heather Johnson

Posted on July 20, 2020 by dmartignetti

Heather Johnson, Commissioner, Maine Department of Economic Community Development speaks to Matt and gives us an update on Maine’s Economy.

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A Changing Political Map

https://open.spotify.com/episode/2jyH9odUqUw98v8JU6brKt?si=U4RGIw7hTuK_IStUBnIpnQ In the conversation, Matt discusses the political landscape in Minnesota, highlighting Tafoya’s recent win and her campaign promises to…

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Eye On Politics

Eric Lusk & Keith Mestrich in For BJ their Analysis of Maine & National Politics.

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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…

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Mayor Mark Dion

Portland Mayor Mark Dion highlighted upcoming proposals for public safety ordinances and a zoning change for a new stadium for…

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Wisconsin Race

In the recent Wisconsin gubernatorial race, David Crowley, a 40-year-old Milwaukee County official, unexpectedly won the Democratic nomination over three…

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National Headlines

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Looking to see the solar eclipse from North America? Here’s where and when to catch a sliver

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Sorry, North America. After winning the cosmic lottery with a pair of coast-to-coast total solar eclipses, now it's Europe's turn. But look skyward anyway Wednesday and, if you're far enough north in the U.S. and Canada, you might savor a partial eclipse as the moon nibbles away at the sun.

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How to spot the Perseid meteor shower, a summer light show that promises to dazzle

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Blanche confirmed as attorney general despite opposition from Collins and King

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