Maine Politics: A new Rasmussen poll shows Democrat Troy Jackson up 1 point over Sen. Susan Collins, with tariffs and Trump’s job performance driving voter sentiment. Trade & Industry: The U.S. reversed course on Canadian cement tariffs, exempting cement and road salt—an early win for Maine interests tied to winter road safety and construction costs. Energy & Power Infrastructure: Eversource and National Grid are in a court fight with Hydro-Quebec over a Maine-linked power line outage and who pays after unexpected disruptions. Workforce & Training: Maine lawmakers are pushing clean energy options to blunt rising bills, while People’s Inclusive Welding highlights how apprenticeship funding rules can make or break workforce programs. Public Records & Local Governance: A Houlton man sued again over alleged noncompliance with FOAA requests for surveillance camera data tied to facial recognition concerns. Health Care Access: The Knox Clinic won federally qualified health center look-alike status, enabling sliding-fee discounts for income-eligible patients. Climate & Marine Impacts: Scientists are tracking record ocean heat and a Casco Bay algal bloom that could hit marine life and harvester incomes. EV Adoption: Drive Electric Month kicks off with events across the region as diesel prices climb and households look for lower-cost options. Public Safety: A judge ruled a Bangor comfort-dog handler not responsible for a hot-car death, citing lack of intent.