Data Centers in the Crosshairs: New York Gov. Kathy Hochul signed a one-year statewide moratorium on new large data centers and major expansions (50MW+), pausing state environmental approvals while regulators assess power demand and impacts—an immediate political win for moderates and a warning shot for AI infrastructure plans. Maine Energy & Power Costs: Maine’s utilities are cutting average bills starting July 1, while the state’s energy agency is also pushing in Central Maine Power’s pending distribution rate case to keep affordability front and center. Maine Industry Watch: A Kennebec River oil spill traced to the Skowhegan paper mill is now confirmed by Coast Guard analysis, tightening scrutiny on industrial releases. Wild Blueberries Ahead: Searsport farmers are heading into the wild blueberry harvest with cautious optimism, citing pollination and rainfall plus new equipment. Workforce & Local Business: New Balance has offered to donate its former Norridgewock factory to the town, with voters asked to authorize acceptance as a path to new production jobs. Consumer & Corporate Accountability: Multistate settlements tied to the 23andMe genetic data breach continue to roll out, with states receiving limited recovery from the bankruptcy estate.