The section of the building that was struck is the former post office built in 1811. Police say damage to the building is extensive.
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Mark LaFlamme is a Sun Journal reporter and weekly columnist. He's been on the nighttime police beat since 1994, which is just grand because he doesn't like getting out of bed before noon. Mark is the author of eight published novels and rides a dual sport motorcycle everywhere he goes. Unless it's winter, in which case he just sulks a lot.
Posted inLocal & State
Prayer service planned in memory of the victims of the Lewiston mass shooting
The multidenominational prayer service will be held Oct. 1 outside the State House in Augusta.
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Posted inLife & Culture
‘It’s what a fair should be’: Volunteers in overdrive a week before Litchfield Fair
The fair runs Sept. 6, 7 and 8.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, Maine Crime
Two shootings reported Friday night in Lewiston; police question 3 juveniles
The first report came in just before 7 p.m., police said, when rounds were reported fired behind a mosque on Bartlett Street. At the time, a community event with hundreds of people was taking place at Mike McGraw Park in the same area.
Posted inBusiness
Farmers’ Almanac: ‘Brace yourself for a wet winter whirlwind’ in 2025
The latest Farmers’ Almanac is expected to hit the shelves this week and, as always, provide a near-endless supply of tips on everything from gardening by the moon to grating cheese and being prepared for the next power outage.
Posted inMaine Crime, News
One dead following shooting Friday night in Poland
One person is dead after a Friday night shooting at a White Oak Hill Road address in Poland.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn
Home burns in Sabattus Friday evening
Early reports were that several people had escaped to safety but that there were still pets inside the two-story home at 9 Conway St.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, Life & Culture
‘She’s so good’: Julia Gagnon fever evident on day two of the Liberty Festival
As the crowds began to pile into Veteran’s Park early Friday evening, there was no getting around it. Many of those who came were here to see and hear Julia Gagnon specifically.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, Maine Crime
Police: Accusations against former Lewiston school principal were bogus; Dresden woman charged
The woman who made the claims against former Principal Donald Ferrara Jr. has been charged in two counties with making false statements.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, Maine Crime, News
Shots fired, houses burning and gunman holding police at bay in Auburn
Leein Amos Hinkley, 43, was shot dead by police during the hourslong standoff on Russell Avenue in Auburn early Saturday morning.