AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoMaine Politics & Culture Clash: Planned Parenthood Action Fund endorsed Democrat Graham Platner over Sen. Susan Collins, sharpening the abortion-rights stakes in Maine’s Senate race as Collins faces fresh scrutiny on her Kavanaugh vote. Community & Belonging: Artwalk Waldoboro returns June 26 with nine walkable venues, open studios, gardens, and music—plus exhibitions including a Jeremy Barnard photo retrospective. Local Environment & Health: Wild Ones Midcoast Maine and Camden Public Library host “The Truth About Rodenticides” (June 23) with a panel and Q&A on safer, poison-free pest control. Heritage Spotlight: In Maine’s Swedish Colony, Midsommar is back with maypole dancing and traditional celebrations that keep New Sweden’s roots alive. Education & Language: Bangor Chinese School launches its 2026 Chinese Dragon Camp at Husson University, immersing students in language and culture through hands-on activities. Public Health Watch: CDC data show Parkinson’s death rates among adults 65+ declined in 2024, with Maine listed among states with the highest rates. Food & Summer Fun: Maine’s oyster, moxie, and potato festivals are set for late June into July, offering a distinctly local road-trip lineup.
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