Maine Politics: Democrats are scrambling after a Politico report alleges U.S. Senate nominee Graham Platner sexually assaulted a woman in 2021; Platner denies the claims, but prominent party figures—including Hannah Pingree and Ro Khanna—have called for him to withdraw, with Maine law setting a July 13 decision deadline if he wants to keep a spot on the ballot. Accessibility Tech: Bangor is rolling out sidewalk-scanning “Daxbots” to speed up ADA compliance mapping, using a $95,000 city contract to cut what would take humans years down to weeks. Local Infrastructure: High Peaks Alliance won a $1 million Northern Border Regional Commission grant to advance the Sandy River Bridge in Farmington, targeting spring 2027 bidding for a Whistle Stop Trail connection. Workforce Housing: Carrabassett Valley’s Western Maine Mountain Housing received a $1 million grant to build up to 14 workforce rental units first, aiming for 55–60 total homes. Food & Consumer Safety: ALDI recalled Fusia kimchi and tofu kimbap in multiple states, including Maine, due to undeclared tuna that could trigger serious fish allergies. Public Safety: Maine fire investigators are looking into a York Harbor fireworks malfunction that injured a licensed pyrotechnician during a July 3 pre–Fourth of July show. Business/Trade: DOJ and state AGs settled egg price-fixing allegations, requiring compliance steps and payments, as the industry faces continued scrutiny.