1. The Legislature on Wednesday overturned a veto by Gov. Paul LePage that would have again stalled the legal sale of recreational marijuana, moving Maine a major step closer to launching a legal retail market for the drug. Now that the bill has passed, the state Department of Administration and Financial Services must hire a consultant to help the state write more regulatory rules, including inspection and licensing of wholesale commercial growing facilities, licensing of retail sellers and collection of sales taxes. The rules will have to be approved by the next Legislature, which convenes in January. (PH)
2. Large brush fires originating in two separate areas of Maine burned a total of more than 100 acres Wednesday. Maine Forest Service rangers, assisted by multiple area firefighters, as of 9 p.m. yesterday they were still battling a 60-acre fire off Route 99 that had spread to three towns in southern Maine — Kennebunk, Sanford and Wells. Its origin was not immediately known. (NCM)
3. The Portland Phoenix’s Best of Portland awards were held last night at Oxbow Brewery. Our very own Hayley took home the award for “Best Radio Personality.”
4. Paranormal Day. UFOs. Ghosts. Chupacabras. Do they exist? And if not, why have there been so many sightings and close experiences? This day is all about trying to answer these questions.
5. Hot 104.7 & SIS Bank Present #HOTSUMMER2018 June 15th Maine State Pier – Big Boi, Fabolous, Bazzi, Joyner Lucas, Hood Celebrityy – Tickets On Sale Friday 10AM
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