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EPISODE · Oct 25, 2025 · 26 MIN

“People Are Dying, Plain and Simple.” — Sheriff Kane on Maine’s Drug Epidemic.

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Send us Fan MailHancock County Sheriff Scott Kane joins Corenna and David Quirk on the Q-Point Podcast for an unfiltered look at law enforcement in rural Maine. From the deadly impact of fentanyl and rising addiction rates to patrol shortages, K-9 program challenges, and navigating county and federal jurisdictions, Sheriff Kane discusses the realities behind the badge. He also shares insights on red-flag laws, community policing on Maine’s islands, and what 35 years of service have taught him about leadership and accountability.📻 Q-Point Podcast airs weekends on The Voice of Maine Radio Network — Saturdays at 6 AM and Sundays at 6:30 AM. ⬇️ 🎧 Now streaming on QPointPodcast.com, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeart, Amazon Music, and wherever you listen.Produced and sponsored by Corenna Quirk, Broker at NextHome Experience. The views and opinions expressed are those of the guests and do not necessarily represent those of the hosts, Q-Point Podcast associates, or affiliates.Support the showThis podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and should not be considered professional advice or recommendations of any nature whatsoever, and no warrantee, guarantee, or representation as to the accuracy of  the information presented is made by your use.  The views, information, opinions, comments, and observations of this podcast may not be those of the host or the management, and you entertain and rely on the content presented at your sole risk and responsibility.  Your access of this podcast acknowledges that the contents and design are the sole property of the presenter and no use in any shape, manner or form of this podcast may be made without written permission.  The presenter of the podcast hereby disclaims any and all responsibility for any and all damages arising out of or related to your use, reference and reliance on podcasts and information presented therein.

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