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Friday, July 11, 202507/11/2025

Mojito Day & Nostalgia

In Local, Podcasts

The conversation meanders through various topics, starting with a discussion about mojitos and reminiscences of the 1960s. We reflect on…

Thursday, July 10, 202507/10/2025

Josh Filler

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We speak with Josh Filler. Josh Filler is an attorney and former New York City, White House, and Department of…

Thursday, July 10, 202507/10/2025

FEMA’S Response

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Matt Gagnon criticizes the federal response to the Texas floods, blaming bureaucratic obstacles and the Trump administration’s policies. He highlights…

Thursday, July 10, 202507/10/2025

Jason Savage

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Stay updated on state and national politics with Jason Savage, the Executive Director of the Maine Republican Party.

Thursday, July 10, 202507/10/2025

Comedian Jimmy Tingle

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Jimmy Tingle discussed his upcoming comedy show on July 12 at the Hill Arts Center in Portland, Maine. The show,…

Wednesday, July 9, 202507/09/2025

Wednesday Calls & Topics

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Matt Gagnon discussed the integration of Elon Musk’s AI chat bot, Grok, into Twitter, highlighting its potential to exhibit problematic…

Wednesday, July 9, 202507/09/2025

Eye On Politics

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Josh Filler &  BJ McCollister give their Analysis of Maine & National Politics.

Wednesday, July 9, 202507/09/2025

Delaying Action On 61 Bills

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Governor Janet Mills is delaying action on 61 bills, including measures to ban untraceable firearms and allow Wabanaki nations to…

Wednesday, July 9, 202507/09/2025

Mayor Mark Dion

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Mark Dion discussed the end of the legislative session, criticizing the legislature for providing only $4 million for general assistance,…

Wednesday, July 9, 202507/09/2025

Epstein File Scandal

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Matt Gagnon discussed the Epstein file scandal, centering on Pam Bondi’s promises to release the Epstein client list, which were…

Local Headlines

2 hours ago in Local

Citgo will reduce emissions, fund research into harmful effects from South Portland petroleum tanks

Fresh

Citgo says its reducing emissions at its petroleum tanks in South Portland over concerns about potential health issues linked to the tanks.

2 hours ago in Local

Rumford police investigate apparent gunfire damage to clock tower

Fresh

Police in Rumford are investigating gunfire damage to a clock tower.

8 hours ago in Local

Maine Cellphones Ban in Schools Getting Early Positive Reviews

The new law, championed by Gov. Janet Mills, was meant to limit distractions and encourage real-life connections.

National Headlines

6 days ago in National

Facing a ban on horse-drawn carriages, Central Park’s drivers fear for their future

The horse-drawn carriages that have cruised through Central Park for more than 150 years will soon be banished from New York City, ending an iconic tradition beloved by tourists but long opposed by animal welfare activists.

6 days ago in National

Violent Arizona storms bring possible tornado, toppled trees and golf ball-size hail

Trees fell onto homes and utility poles were knocked down by a possible tornado in a central Arizona community during a series of violent storms that moved through the state overnight into Thursday.

1 week ago in National

The Orionid meteor shower is coming. Here’s how and when to watch

The Orionids — one of two major meteor showers caused by remnants from Halley's comet — will peak this week, though a large moon will dim visibility until after it sets late at night.

1 week ago in National

Georgia amusement park reopens as scheduled after roller coaster death

Six Flags Over Georgia opened its gates Friday evening for the first time since a man fell to his death from one of the amusement park's towering roller coasters.