Thirteen dogs from Kabul arrived in Woolwich, where they now seek forever homes. Though the 7,000-mile journey was far from easy, volunteers deem the effort “a championing success.”
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Posted inBusiness, Lewiston-Auburn, Maine, News
Development plan for Lewiston’s Professional Building includes housing
The tallest office building in downtown Lewiston would be redeveloped into 20 apartments on the upper floors, with two commercial spaces remaining on the ground and basement levels.
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Posted inElection 2024, Maine, Morning Sentinel, News
Vassalboro residents to vote on marijuana, solid waste ordinance changes
At last week’s town meeting, residents approved of the proposed municipal and school budgets, elected new town officials and decided against tweaking administrative procedure. On Tuesday, voters go to the polls.
Posted inFood & Dining, Maine, News
Maine bakeries rise above the competition to win James Beard Awards
Atsuko Fujimoto of Norimoto Bakery won for Outstanding Pastry Chef or Baker and Barak Olins’ ZUbakery took home the award for Outstanding Bakery.
Posted inElection 2024, Lewiston-Auburn, Maine, News, Politics
Lewiston mass shooting survivors consider looming election as gun control comes to forefront
Voters in Maine’s 2nd Congressional District will choose the Republican candidate who will challenge three-term Rep. Jared Golden this fall in one of the nation’s most closely watched congressional elections.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Maine
Deer Isle home of late musician Dan Fogelberg is for sale
The waterfront property off Eggemoggin Reach is on the market for $2.4 million, and many of his belongings from the estate will be sold at auction this month.
Posted inMaine, News, Politics
Maine voters will cast ballots in state primaries, school budgets in Tuesday election
Voters will decide Republican contests in both of Maine’s congressional districts, two three-way Democratic races that could require ranked choice runoffs, and a race between two Democrats where abortion rights are a key issue.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, Maine, News
Hundreds gather for candlelight vigil honoring Edward Little student
Elliott Hill was an Auburn athlete and a musician who died by suicide last Wednesday. He was 16.
Posted inMaine, News
Franklin County commission board grows in response to a changing county
Proponents say the increase from three to five commissioners will better represent residents in northern Franklin County.
Posted inHealth, Maine, News
At Safe Harbor in Machias, a place for women in recovery – and their kids
The Down East certified recovery home is one of just two in Maine that allows women to bring their children.