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Thursday Topics & Calls

Matt Gagnon discussed the political landscape in Maine, focusing on the upcoming gubernatorial primary. He expressed concern about Hannah Pingree’s potential candidacy, noting her intelligence and ability to manipulate public opinion. Gagnon also criticized the Mills administration’s handling of education, citing a statistic that 74% of Maine fourth graders are falling behind in reading. He highlighted the inefficacy of increased funding in improving educational outcomes and criticized the Mills administration’s response to COVID-19. Gagnon also touched on the hypocrisy in political arguments, particularly regarding due process and the Red Flag Law.

Local Headlines

18 minutes ago in Local

New Hampshire Man Charged for Reportedly Leaving Crash that Injured Highway Worker

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Police say the driver continued without stopping.

3 hours ago in Local

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

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

3 hours ago in Local

Rumford police investigate apparent gunfire damage to clock tower

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

National Headlines

6 days ago in National

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

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6 days ago in National

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

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1 week ago in National

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

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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.