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Maine Points

Maine Points

Discover Maine Points – Your Weekly Spotlight on Maine’s Movers and Shakers!
Produced by Danny Martignetti of The WGAN Morning News, Maine Points brings you inspiring stories and highlights from organizations making a difference in our community. We proudly share these conversations across all eight stations of the Portland Media Group, ensuring your message reaches listeners throughout Southern Maine. Tune in every Sunday morning on your favorite station:

WGAN – 5:00 AM
WMGX – 5:00 AM
WYNZ – 5:30 AM
WBAE – 5:30 AM
WPOR – 5:30 AM
98.9 WCLZ – 5:30 AM
WZAN – 5:30 AM
WYNZ HD2 – 5:30 AM

Start your Sunday with stories that matter—Maine Points, where Maine’s voice is heard! If you are an organization that wants to be featured, E-mail danny@wgan.com

MAINE POINTS

Friday, May 22, 202005/22/2020

Maine Points: Veterans Count Maine

On March 18th, Veterans Count had anticipated their fifth and largest radio thon to date- and then COVID-19 rolled into…

MAINE POINTS

Friday, May 15, 202005/15/2020

Maine Points: Maine Volunteer Lawyers Project

The mission of the Maine Volunteer Lawyers Project is to increase access to justice in Maine through volunteer engagement. To…

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Friday, May 8, 202005/08/2020

Maine Points: Good Shepard Food Bank

Danny speaks with with Erin Fogg, VP of development and communications with Good Shepard Food Bank. Good Shepard Food Bank…

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!

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Rockland bus driver pleads guilty to civil violation in connection with death of 12-year-old boy

The driver of a school bus that hit and killed a 12-year-old boy in Rockland pleaded guilty in court Tuesday afternoon to a civil violation.

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Former Scarborough police lieutenant indicted for theft

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How to spot the Perseid meteor shower, a summer light show that promises to dazzle

The Perseid summer light show is back — and viewing conditions are especially promising for the Northern Hemisphere. The meteor shower's peak Wednesday night into Thursday morning coincides with a total solar eclipse across Spain, Iceland and Greenland and a six-planet parade — though the best time to view the fireballs will come after totality.