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Active-shooter drills in schools ineffective, possibly harmful, report says

by Karen Kreworuka Sun Journal February 19, 2020February 21, 2020

Local school officials say they conduct lockdown drills as mandated by state law but avoid simulations that involve students.

Business, Lewiston-Auburn, Times Record

Maker of Fireball Cinnamon Whisky moving to 24/7 production in Lewiston, adding 46 jobs

by Kathryn Skelton February 17, 2020February 17, 2020

The brand was the top-selling spirit in Maine last year, outselling longtime favorite Allen’s Coffee Flavored Brandy by $3 million.

Lewiston-Auburn, Maine Crime, News

Winthrop woman gets 3½ years for welfare fraud

by Christopher Williams February 12, 2020February 14, 2020

Nancy Ludwig defrauded MaineCare at her Lewiston mental health counseling business.

Maine, Schools and Education

Bates College breaks record for Fulbright award winners

by Steve Collins February 10, 2020February 11, 2020

The top Fulbright producer among liberal arts college for two of the past three years, Bates’ 24 honorees this year are the most any college of its type has ever had.

Elections, Lewiston-Auburn, Politics

Three Republicans debate who is the best candidate to replace Jared Golden in Congress

by Steve Collins February 6, 2020September 14, 2020

The Lewiston debate showcased strong commitment to Donald Trump by all three hopefuls but found sharp differences on foreign policy.

Lewiston-Auburn, Maine Crime, News

Cat requires more surgery after taking bullet in Lewiston

by Mark LaFlamme February 6, 2020February 6, 2020

LEWISTON – A cat that was shot in the face and chest earlier this week will require further surgery to repair the damage, according to the animal’s owners. The 4-year-old cat named Griffon needs a leg amputated after it took a round from what police say was a small caliber firearm in an area of […]