AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoNor’easter Disrupts New England: A powerful nor’easter is battering the Northeast with coastal flooding, strong winds, and widespread power outages, including at least 100,000 customers briefly without electricity; travel and events are also getting hit. Maine Drought Watch: Maine’s fall foliage may peak earlier than usual as drought tightens conditions, with extreme drought persisting on the Midcoast and rain from the storm offering some relief. Emerald Ash Borer Planning: Maine and Somerset Woods Trustees are hosting a free Sept. 28 workshop in Solon to update municipal and public works staff on emerald ash borer status, quarantine steps, and management options. Energy & Fuel Costs: Maine heating oil is reported at a record high, while diesel prices in Aroostook County are among the lowest statewide for the week ending Sept. 19. Local Economy & Jobs: A $5M grant expands Maine Community College System training for manufacturing work, and unions at Bath Iron Works are pushing for more transparency as AI arrives on the shop floor. Food Safety: FDA reports an E. coli outbreak linked to recalled raw milk cheese, with 13 illnesses and eight hospitalizations. Blue Economy: National Audubon’s first fully electric passenger boat launches at Hog Island, aiming to cut emissions while supporting coastal research operations.
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