Friday, March 20, 202003/20/2020

Maine Points: The Park Danforth

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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!

Saturday, March 14, 202003/14/2020

Jeremiah McDonald

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John’s son Jeremiah calls in to give an update on the Covid-19 situation from Queens, NYC.

Friday, March 13, 202003/13/2020

Maine Points: Veterans Count Maine

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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.

Thursday, February 27, 202002/27/2020

Maine Points: Michael Goulet Foundation

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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.

Friday, February 21, 202002/21/2020

Maine Points: TrInity Maine Points

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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

Thursday, February 13, 202002/13/2020

Maine Points: Checking For Charity

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The South Portland Professional Firefighters Local 1476 is affiliated with both the International Associations of Firefighters as well as the Professional Firefighters of Maine. Their charitable account functions solely on donations, whether it is the Fill the boot, or Checking for Charity and in return they are able to help out local non-profits in the area

The purpose of this program is to talk about 4th annual Checking for Charity, March 15th and The money raised during this event goes to many local groups throughout the year to support various causes.

Friday, February 7, 202002/07/2020

Maine Points: Maine Blue Collar Scholarship Foundation

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Maine Blue Collar Scholarship Foundation’s mission is to provide assistance to motivated individuals pursuing a career in the trades. Moody’s…

Thursday, January 30, 202001/30/2020

Maine Points: Esther Residence

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What is Esther Residence?

A transitional program for women who are leaving incarceration and/or treatment program. Esther Residence provides a safe, nurturing community that is based on safety, respect and dignity. It focuses on assisting each woman in identifying and celebrating her strengths and gifts.

The home is a bridge that promotes healthy connections to family (when appropriate) and to the larger community.
Esther Residence also provides short-term housing for women who are awaiting admission to another level of
substance abuse treatment.

The purpose of this program is to inform how the Esther Residence is provides a transitional program for women who are leaving incarceration and/or treatment program

Friday, January 24, 202001/24/2020

Maine Points: Maine Apprenticeship Program

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The Maine Apprenticeship Program assists in setting up structured yet flexible training programs designed to meet the specific needs of…

Tuesday, January 14, 202001/14/2020

Maine Points: Rotary Club Of South Portland-Cape Elizabeth

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Rotary Club Of South Portland-Cape Elizabeth are a diverse group of 60 men and women of all ages and backgrounds who share a commitment to projects both local and international in scope.

Rotarians pay dues towards Club and International operations and raise separate donation money through 501 C3 charitable accounts. This Club runs WInterFest through advertising and sponsorships, sells over 2000 Christmas trees yearly, serves food at Art in the Park and Family Fun Day, and runs a theater night. Danny speaks with Doug Schauf Rotarian and Rotary WinterFest chair & Tony Wagner Rotarian, committee member and past chair

This program focuses on the importance of being a part of a Rotary in Maine and how is helps our fellow Mainers.