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Tuesday, May 6, 202505/06/2025

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, May 6, 202505/06/2025

Tuesday’s With Howie Carr

In Local, Podcasts

Tuesday’s With Howie Carr sponsored by Route 22 Service Center offering shuttle service to work or home, make an appointment…

Tuesday, May 6, 202505/06/2025

Kristofor Healey

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Kristofor Healey, Homeland Security Analyst joins the program discussing all matters related to Homeland Security.

Tuesday, May 6, 202505/06/2025

Angus King III For Governor

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Matt Gagnon discusses Angus King III’s campaign for governor, highlighting his background in renewable energy and his father’s political legacy.…

Tuesday, May 6, 202505/06/2025

Teacher Appreciation Week

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National Teacher Appreciation Week, with Danny & Matt discussing their personal experiences with influential teachers. Danny Martignetti recalls his principal,…

Monday, May 5, 202505/05/2025

Importance of Due Process

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Matt Gagnon discussed the importance of due process, criticizing the Trump administration’s rhetoric on the issue despite its actions adhering…

Monday, May 5, 202505/05/2025

Grace Curley

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The Grace Curley Show airs daily from Noon to 2 PM on WGAN, and every Monday, Grace speaks with Matt…

Monday, May 5, 202505/05/2025

Movie Tariffs & LePage For Congress

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Matt Gagnon discussed Trump’s tweet proposing a 100% tariff on foreign movies to protect American film production, citing other countries’…

Monday, May 5, 202505/05/2025

Maine Wire Monday’s

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Steve Robinson from the Maine Wire checks in with Matt Gagnon to discuss his take on what’s happening around Maine

Monday, May 5, 202505/05/2025

Cinco De Mayo + Weather

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Matt Gagnon discussed the Kentucky Derby, noting every winner since Secretariat has been traced back to him. He picked the…

Local Headlines

2 hours ago in Local

Maine Cellphones Ban in Schools Getting Early Positive Reviews

Fresh

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

6 hours ago in Local

WGAN Remembers Portland Radio Legend Bud Sawyer

Maine radio legend Bud Sawyer has passed away at 94. WGAN remembers the longtime broadcaster, who began at the station in 1962 before becoming a familiar voice at WPOR.

16 hours ago in Local

New Poll Shows Jackson with Slight Lead Over Collins in Maine Senate Race

Jackson’s lead reflects a survey of likely voters.

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.