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Thursday, October 16, 202510/16/2025

Congresswoman Chellie Pingree 12:15PM

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Congresswoman Chellie Pingree discussed the critical role of federal programs in supporting veterans, particularly in Maine, where 10% of the…

Thursday, October 16, 202510/16/2025

Sarah Bernier 12:00PM

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Sarah Bernier Veterans Forward/Case Manager Easter Seals Maine Army Veterans , she served in the Army National Guard. They provide…

Thursday, October 16, 202510/16/2025

Amber Caron 11:15AM

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Thursday, October 16, 202510/16/2025

Matthew Mank 11:00AM

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We speak with Matthew Mank President of Honor Flight Maine

Thursday, October 16, 202510/16/2025

Mike Sauschuck 10:30AM

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  The conversation features a discussion about the importance of supporting veterans in need, with a focus on the Veterans…

Thursday, October 16, 202510/16/2025

Renee Worcester 10:00AM

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The Make 12 Hours Radiothon continues with hosts Jon Shannon from 101-9 WPOR and Jeff Pierce speak with Renee Worcester,…

Thursday, October 16, 202510/16/2025

Dennis Brown 9:30AM

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Dennis Brown, a board member for Veterans Forward, discussed the organization’s history and impact. Initially part of Veterans Count in…

Thursday, October 16, 202510/16/2025

Congressman Jared Golden 9:00AM

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Congressman Jared Golden discussed his personal experience transitioning from the Marines to civilian life and the importance of community support…

Thursday, October 16, 202510/16/2025

Senator Angus King 9:30AM

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Senator Angus King discussed the importance of supporting veterans during a radiothon. He highlighted Maine’s high veteran population and the…

Thursday, October 16, 202510/16/2025

Veterans Forward Radiothon 8:30AM

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The WGAN Morning News discussed the Veterans Forward radiothon and speaks with Lori Spaulding, Director of the Military Affiliated Student…

Local Headlines

5 hours ago in Local

Renys Permanently Closes Portland Location a Day Early

Renys thanked customers for their support during 15 years at the Congress Street location.

6 hours ago in Local

Maine Mariners Resume Play After Short Players’ Strike Ends

The strike was relatively short, with the Mariners postponing only three games

12 hours ago in Local

K9 Track Leads to Major Drug Bust and Two Arrests in Fort Fairfield

A reported truck burglary in Fort Fairfield led to a significant drug and weapons seizure this week

National Headlines

15 hours ago in National, Trending

Winter storm packing snow and strong winds to descend on Great Lakes and Northeast

A wild winter storm was expected to bring strong winds, heavy snow and frigid temperatures to the Great Lakes and Northeast on Tuesday, a day after a bomb cyclone barreled across the northern U.S. and left tens of thousands of customers without power.

1 week ago in National

Hundreds mourn Brown University sophomore Ella Cook, killed in campus shooting

A Brown University sophomore who was killed in an attack at the Rhode Island university was remembered Monday as "smart, confident, curious, kind, principled, brave," at a funeral in her home state of Alabama.

2 weeks 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 weeks 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.