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Wednesday, February 5, 202502/05/2025

Plastic Bags

In Local, Podcasts

Matt recounts a frustrating experience at the grocery store where they ended up with a heavy load of items due…

Wednesday, February 5, 202502/05/2025

Leaf Blowers

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Matt expresses frustration over a proposed gas leaf blower ban, viewing it as an overreach by city councils to regulate…

Tuesday, February 4, 202502/04/2025

Tariff Pauses & Education

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Matt Gagnon discussed the recent 30-day tariff pause on Mexico and Canada by President Trump, emphasizing the potential economic impact…

Tuesday, February 4, 202502/04/2025

Dept Of Education

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Matt Gagnon discusses the Trump administration’s plan to dismantle the Department of Education, emphasizing that elimination requires congressional action, which…

Tuesday, February 4, 202502/04/2025

Phil Harriman

In Local, Podcasts

Phil Harriman has served in Augusta, and is the founder of WGAN’s Saturday show “Inside Maine.” Every week he joins…

Tuesday, February 4, 202502/04/2025

Tuesday’s With Howie Carr

In Local, Podcasts

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

Tuesday, February 4, 202502/04/2025

Kristofor Healey

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Homeland Security Analyst Kristofor Healey joins Matt to discuss his take on the current events. This morning, he covers: Trump,…

Tuesday, February 4, 202502/04/2025

Tariff Threats

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Matt Gagnon discusses the implications of President Trump’s tariff pause with Mexico and Canada, questioning the strategic goals behind the…

Tuesday, February 4, 202502/04/2025

Mayors’ Night Out

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Biddeford Mayor Marty Groman is promoting a community event to support the family of Sergeant Jacob Walter Beck, who was…

Monday, February 3, 202502/03/2025

Maine Vintage Toys

In Local, Podcasts

Jesse Fairbanks with Maine Vintage Toys comes in studio, talking about all things nostalgic, trivia and more! Maine Vintage Toys…

Local Headlines

2 hours ago in Local

Aspiring Officers Graduate from Maine Criminal Justice Academy

Updated

The leaders of the program say the dedication of the cadets is reflective of the programs high completion rate.

16 hours ago in Local

Penobscot County man in court after police chase reached speeds over 100 mph

Police say a Charleston man exceeded 100 miles per hour during a chase with police.

16 hours ago in Local

Crash leaves bicyclist with serious injuries in Westbrook

One man is in serious condition after he was hit by a car while riding his bicycle in Westbrook.

National Headlines

19 hours ago in National

Justice Department begins releasing long-awaited files tied to Epstein sex trafficking investigation

The Justice Department on Friday began releasing its files on Jeffrey Epstein, a convicted sex offender and wealthy financier known for his connections to some of the world's most influential people, including Donald Trump, who as president had tried to keep the files sealed.

2 days ago in National

Democrats keep 2024 election review under wraps, saying a public rehash won’t help them win in 2026

The Democratic National Committee head has decided not to publish a formal assessment of the party's defeat that returned Donald Trump to power and gave Republicans complete control in Washington.

2 days ago in National

US government admits role in causing helicopter-plane collision that killed 67 in Washington

The U.S. government admitted Wednesday that the actions of an air traffic controller and Army helicopter pilot played a role in causing a collision last January between an airliner and a Black Hawk near the nation's capital, killing 67 people.

3 days ago in National

4 Republicans defy Speaker Johnson to force House vote on extending ACA subsidies

Four centrist Republicans broke with Speaker Mike Johnson on Wednesday and signed onto a Democratic-led petition that will force a House vote on extending for three years an enhanced pandemic-era subsidy that lowers health insurance costs for millions of Americans.