AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoSummer Arts & Festivals: The Happening returns June 18-21 to Harry Brown’s Farm in Starks for its 36th year, blending music, art, and community with more than 40 performances across three stages. Staycation Buzz: Portland, Maine lands in WalletHub’s top 10 “best cities for a staycation,” scoring high for walkability, trails, boat tours, and local shopping. Food Truck Spotlight: “Bite into Maine” (Portland/Cape Elizabeth) is ranked the 8th best food truck in America, known for lobster grilled cheese, lobster BLTs, and lobster rolls. Weather Watch: A flood watch is in effect for parts of western/central Maine and northern New Hampshire as slow-moving thunderstorms could bring heavy rain and flash flooding. Road Safety: A multivehicle crash on Route 1 in Saco killed one person after a Ford Explorer crossed the center line and hit a dump truck. Local Travel Growth: A new visitors’ center at a Maine convention center opens as the summer travel season ramps up. Community Fundraising: Gardiner singer Bella Ann is raising money for a Los Angeles studio trip with a June 20 concert at Johnson Hall.
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