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Andrew Rice
Staff Writer
Andrew Rice is a staff writer at the Press Herald covering the city of Portland. He's been working in journalism since 2012, joining the Sun Journal in 2017, then the Press Herald in 2026. He lives in Portland with his wife, two daughters and two dogs. In his spare time, he plays guitar in a Portland-based rock band and listens to hockey podcasts. Andrew is a graduate of the University of Southern Maine in Media Studies.
Lewiston restaurants adapting ahead of an uncertain winter
Some restaurants are squeezing what they can out of outdoor patio dining. Others are hoping to survive the winter through takeout and limited indoor seating.
Maine town and city clerks optimistic for timely election night results
The takeaway is Maine should have results roughly on par with previous presidential elections. It’s the rest of the country we could be waiting for.
Lewiston narrows down vendor for police body cameras
The city is considering a five-year contract with BodyWorn by Utility to provide body cameras for all Lewiston police personnel.
Real estate markets in Androscoggin, Franklin and Oxford counties keep climbing
For the three-month period ending Aug. 31, the median sales price of homes in Franklin County increased by 29.5% from the same period of 2019.
State confirms Rumford paper mill employee died from COVID-19
The state reported an outbreak of 16 cases at the ND paper mill in Rumford last week.
Auburn police seek suspect in ballfield vandalism
AUBURN — Police are asking for the public’s help to identify the individual responsible for vandalizing the dugout and snack shack at the Auburn Suburban Fields on Garfield Road. According to Auburn Police Sgt. Jason Moore, the graffiti was reported Sept. 8, and is believed to have occurred overnight Sept. 4. He said similar markings […]
After complaint, Minot says motocross park will comply with state rules
Town officials say Hemond’s in Minot will follow state guidelines for its upcoming Harvest Fest on Sept. 26-27.
Lewiston-Auburn real estate market surges during pandemic
According to local real estate agents, the recent uptick of home sales has been caused by a convergence of factors heightened by COVID-19.
Lewiston police union disagrees with city over body camera timeline, diversity committee
A statement Wednesday said the union no longer supports a committee on equity and diversity because of disagreements over its membership.