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Heather Johnson

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Heather Johnson

Posted on August 3, 2020 by dmartignetti

Heather Johnson, Commissioner, Maine Department of Economic Community Development speaks to Matt and gives us and update on returning to school in the fall and Maine’s Economy.

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A newly sworn-in Lewiston city councilor pleaded not guilty to two criminal charges in court Wednesday morning.

National Headlines

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