State oversight panel proposed a deal that would keep Ken Kincer out of the business for at least a decade.
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St. Dom’s plans to celebrate 80th anniversary
AUBURN — In celebration of its 80-year history, Saint Dominic Academy plans to host a weekend of anniversary events and activities. Friday, Sept. 24 The 80th anniversary dinner will be held at the academy’s Auburn campus, at 121 Gracelawn Ave. The food will be provided by Cook’s Lobster & Ale House in Bailey Island, an […]
Man killed in Lewiston fire identified; dozens left homeless
The State Fire Marshal’s Office says Felicien K. Betu, 70, died from injuries he suffered after jumping out a window on the top floor of the four-story apartment house.
The Oasis of Music returns with sitarist David Pontbriand
The Oasis of Music returns to the downstairs chapel of the Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul with sitarist David Pontbriand, who will perform at 12:30 p.m. Wednesday Sept. 15, at 122 Ash St., in Lewiston. Pontbriand began his journey with the sitar in 1973. His story is an exception to the rule, in that […]
Man dies after jumping from burning apartment building on Blake Street in Lewiston
LEWISTON — One man died after jumping from the fourth floor of an apartment building at 226 Blake St. on Saturday as a fire swept through the building. Lewiston Fire Inspector Paul Ouellette said the four-story building was heavily damaged by fire on the third and fourth floors. The fire was reported shortly before 5 […]
9/11 proved a ‘huge turning point’ for a Lewiston minister
Exposed to the ‘frailty of the world’ by the attack, a New Jersey ‘theater kid’ discovered a bigger world outside her small town and a desire to make a positive difference.
Auburn’s Leroy Walker apologizes for racist comments
City leaders say they’ll form new diversity committee to tackle racial issues in Auburn.
Maine could see as many as 100 Afghan refugees by spring
Afghanistan citizens are being relocated to Maine after being evacuated from their home country following the Taliban takeover last month.
After councilor’s racist remarks, Auburn officials denounce critics of naming bridge for Black former mayor
City leaders have been largely silent about call by nation’s largest Muslim civil rights group for Leroy Walker to resign following racially-charged comments about Jenkins’ skin color.
Lewiston officials reaffirm support for NECEC transmission line
Site work on the Lewiston converter station is ongoing, while a referendum that could halt the project looms in November.