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Matt Gagnon discusses proposed tariff exemptions on Canadian imports that could benefit Maine's blueberry, potato, apple, and seaweed industries. Matt examines Senator Susan Collins' efforts to secure relief from the administration and contrasts her approach with Troy Jackson's position on working with the White House.

Matt Gagnon celebrates WGAN's recent Maine Association of Broadcasters awards, including first-place honors for election-night coverage, newscast, and Healthy Conversation with Janet Mills. Plus, a look ahead at the station's plans for this year's election-night coverage.

In the final segment of today's show, host Josh Filler has the phones open again. If you missed your chance to get in, give us a call at 879-WGAN next week!

Long time District Attorney Stephanie Anderson is looking to regain her seat from current DA Jackie Sartoris. Stephanie explains why she feels Jackie has failed at her job, and what she feels that she can do better.

Today's host, Josh Filler, continues to take your phone calls for the second hour of today's show. No surprise- everyone's calls are about the election coming up on November 3rd, or responding to people talking about the upcoming election.

Josh Filler returns to the studio to host this week's show- and the phones are open for the first hour. Today's main topic? Without a surprise- it's the election coming up on November 3rd.

Matt Gagnon discusses rising heating-oil prices in Maine, with reports of costs reaching $6.04 a gallon and leaving homeowners facing hundreds more to fill their tanks. Plus, Andy shares his experience switching from oil to propane, the potential savings, and whether making the switch is worth the investment.

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Bruce from Yarmouth is our Caller Of The Week. Matt Gagnon takes a listener call about the ongoing debate over installing American flags along Main Street and Poland Street in Yarmouth. With Eagle Scouts offering free installation and Central Maine Power providing poles, why is the proposal still on hold? The town has postponed a decision until December as officials consider reducing the number of flags.

Matt Gagnon discusses new polling showing a tight race, Paul LePage casting his ballot, and Bobby Charles inviting voters, including critics, to challenge him at an upcoming Auburn event. Plus, Matt weighs in on tough candidate interviews and asks whether Hannah Pingree would take part in a similar open forum.