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Newsradio WGAN episodes

  • Maine’s FOAA Problem

    Matt looks at questions surrounding the delayed disclosure of information about absentee ballot envelopes found in Newburgh and what the response raises about Maine’s Freedom of Access Act. Why did it take more than 200 days to get answers, and does Maine’s public-records law have enough teeth?


    11 min
  • Maine's Billion Dollar Gap

    Maine’s next governor could walk into a major fiscal challenge. Matt breaks down the projected billion-dollar-plus budget gap, what the incoming administration will inherit, and the difficult spending and tax decisions that could be waiting in Augusta.

    7 min
  • Portland Politics & Prices

    Matt takes calls on Portland’s City Council races and the debate over the city’s needle exchange program, then digs into what’s driving fuel prices and concerns about refinery capacity. Plus, listeners raise questions about recurring water, ice and safety problems along I-295.


    11 min
  • Jason Savage

    Matt Gagnon speaks with Maine Republican Party Senior Advisor Jason Savage about Troy Jackson’s comments about Jewish Mainers, Jackson’s subsequent apology, and the political fallout as the Senate campaign continues.


    12 min
  • Troy Jackson Apologizes for Remarks

    Matt Gagnon looks at Troy Jackson’s apology after comments about Jewish Mainers drew criticism. What did Jackson say, how did he respond, and what could the controversy mean for his Senate campaign against Susan Collins?


    3 min
  • Why Maine’s Roads Take a Beating

    From a massive 683,000-pound generator crawling across Maine to the potholes drivers dodge every day, Matt Gagnon looks at what Maine’s roads are up against—and why fixing them isn’t as simple as filling a hole.


    9 min
  • Cumberland Fair & Red Sox Playoff Fallout

    Matt Gagnon talks Cumberland Fair traditions and the pie contest before turning to the Red Sox’ playoff exit. What went wrong against the Yankees, and how much blame belongs on pitching decisions versus injuries and a struggling offense?


    13 min
  • Political Payback & the Gas Tax

    Matt weighs in on allegations of political retaliation in a Maine hiring decision, what accountability should look like for elected officials, and whether suspending Maine’s gas tax would actually save drivers money at the pump.


    20 min
  • Eye On Politics

    Eric Lusk and Keith Mestrich join Matt to break down the latest in Maine and national politics, offering their perspectives on the issues, headlines and political developments shaping the week.


    19 min
  • Craig Peterson

    Craig Peterson, America’s Leading Cybersecurity Coach, joins the WGAN Morning News every Wednesday at 7:35 a.m. for Tech Talk, breaking down the latest in technology, cybersecurity and online threats.

    Hear more from Craig every Saturday from 5–7 p.m. on WGAN as he shares his Cybersecurity Secrets and the latest security news you need to know.

    13 min

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WGAN is Portland & Southern Maine's news/talk leader. News, politics and your community. Listen weekdays from 6:00 to 9:00 AM to Matt Gagnon on News Radio 98.5FM, AM 560 and streaming online at…