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Maine Points

Maine Points

Maine Points is produced weekly by Danny Martignetti from The WGAN Morning News. We try to ensure that organizations are represented on Maine Points by utilizing all 8 stations at Portland Media Group.

The Show airs as follows every Sunday Morning across all our stations                      WGAN @ 5:00AM ~ WMGX @ 5:00AM ~ WYNZ  @ 5:30AM ~ WBAE @ 5:30AM  ~ WPOR @ 5:30AM  ~ 98-9WCLZ  @ 5:30AM ~ WZAN @ 5:30AM  ~ WYNZ HD2 @5:30AM                                         

If you are an organization that wants to be featured, E-mail danny@wgan.com

MAINE POINTS

Thursday, April 30, 202004/30/2020

Maine Points: 75 State Street

Located in the historic West End neighborhood of Portland, Maine, 75 State Street is a nonprofit senior community offering a…

MAINE POINTS

Friday, April 24, 202004/24/2020

Maine Points: Domestic Violence During A Pandemic

Danny speaks with Francine Garland Stark, Executive Director Maine Coalition to End Domestic Violence and Jonathan Sahrbeck District Attorney for…

Thursday, April 16, 202004/16/2020

Maine Points: We Are Maine Strong

In Maine, we support our neighbors. We stand up and lend a hand, even when it’s hard. Because we know that together, we’re strong.

Now is one of those times to rise up and say ‘We are Maine Strong’. Let’s support our local businesses, because they are owned and operated by (or employ) our friends, families, and neighbors. We will encourage those around us, sharing the good and calming the fear. Let’s get creative, be positive, and support local.

#WeAreMaineStrong is a movement created by the Portland Radio Group to support local businesses today so they can keep their doors open tomorrow.

The focus of this program is to let our Mainers know of a FREE online resource available to them.

MAINE POINTS

Sunday, April 12, 202004/12/2020

Maine Points: Frannie Peabody Center

As a single point of entry for people affected by HIV/AIDS, Frannie Peabody Center offers client-centered services that address the unique challenges of each individual.FPC programs mirror the National HIV/AIDS Strategy, which aims to reduce new HIV infections, reduce HIV-related health disparities, and increase access to care to optimize health outcomes.

The Purpose of this program is to discuss how HIV impacts those during the Coronavirus Pandemic and what Frannie Peabody Center offers to our Mainers.

MAINE POINTS

Friday, April 3, 202004/03/2020

Maine Points: Southern Maine Boxing Club

The Southern Maine Boxing Club was designed to help detour negative youth activities through the teaching of Olympic style boxing along with the teachings of basic nutrition and physical building. Danny speaks with Jay Potvin & Bob Leonard of The Southern Maine Boxing Club.

This show was pre-recorded prior to the Coronavirus Pandemic. The purpose of this program is to show how The Southern Maine Boxing Club is helping our community

MAINE POINTS

Thursday, March 26, 202003/26/2020

Maine Points: CourageLIVES

CourageLIVES is a branch of St. Andre Home and they provide support and services for survivors of human trafficking and exploitation. They have a home where women survivors can stay for up to 2 years as they work on personal goals, along with addressing medical and mental health needs, educational and vocational needs. Danny is joined by Carey Nason Executive Director of
CourageLIVES.

This show was pre-recorded prior to the Coronavirus Pandemic. The purpose of this program is to show how CourageLIVES is providing support and services for survivors of human trafficking and exploitation in Maine.

MAINE POINTS

Friday, March 20, 202003/20/2020

Maine Points: The Park Danforth

To provide a superior living environment of high quality housing and services designed to enhance the quality of life while respecting personal dignity and individuality. Danny speaks with Park Danforth and what they are doing for our senior community.

This show was pre-recorded prior to the Coronavirus Pandemic. Due to the increased risk associated with the Coronavirus Pandemic for those 60 years and older, The Park Danforth is not currently offering in-person campus tours. Please call Albert L’Etoile at (207) 797-7710 to take advantage of a virtual tour of our campus during this time. They encourage everyone to follow recommended guidelines from the CDC for staying well!

MAINE POINTS

Friday, March 13, 202003/13/2020

Maine Points: Veterans Count Maine

Join us on Newsradio WGAN from 6 am to 6 pm, as Veterans Count Maine takes to the airwaves for 12 hours to support Maine’s military and their families on March 18th!. We will dedicate 12 Hours to helping Maine’s Veterans with interviews from Veterans who have benefited from the program, care coordinators, and some prominent Maine people who are passionate about helping Maine’s Veterans. Danny speaks with Joe Reagan about the upcoming Radiothon on March 18th!

This program focuses on the work that Veterans Count Maine does for Maine’s military and their families.

MAINE POINTS

Thursday, February 27, 202002/27/2020

Maine Points: Michael Goulet Foundation

The Michael T Goulet TBI and Epilepsy Foundation is a Maine Non-Profit supported by all volunteers incorporated in the Spring of 2011 after Michael succumbed to complications from a seizure. Michael’s Epilepsy which brought on the seizure developed after suffering a severe traumatic brain injury in a snowmobile accident at the age of 13, in 2003.

The Foundation provides education to promote awareness of TBI and Epilepsy through Michael’s story with the hope 1st for prevention and 2nd to support survivors. In addition to the 3,000 + helmets, the Foundation provides scholarships at the University of New England and St Joseph’s College to students who are survivors, family members of survivors, or pursing and education to work with survivors and/or promote the Foundation’s Mission of Prevention.

The purpose of this program is to bring more awareness about TBI and how you can help.

MAINE POINTS

Friday, February 21, 202002/21/2020

Maine Points: TrInity Maine Points

Trinity Jubilee Center addresses unmet needs of underserved people in Maine’s Lewiston-Auburn area through collaboration with local, state, and federal organizations, as well as other agencies and churches. They meet these needs through services that include a Meals Program, Food Pantry, Outreach, a Warming Center, and Refugee Assistance. Danny speaks with Erin Reed Trinity Jubilee Center

The purpose of this program focuses on what Trinity Jubilee Center is doing for Maine’s Lewiston-Auburn area

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