Stavros Mendros has been synonymous with Lewiston politics and statewide petition drives for nearly two decades. Now he’s waging a longshot bid to win return to the Legislature for the first time in 16 years.
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Posted inLocal & State, Maine Crime, News
Vermont man pleads not guilty to marijuana trafficking charge
Charles Caliri was charged with possession with intent to distribute in connection with federal drug raids in Lewiston and Auburn targeting a medical marijuana growing operation.
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Posted inCommunity
Preparing Your Garden Bed for Winter workshop set
Event offered by Androscoggin Valley Soil and Water Conservation District.
Posted inElection 2018, Local & State, Maine Crime, News, Politics
Judge orders candidate for district attorney to stay away from woman who says she fears for her safety
The temporary ruling bars Seth Carey from having any contact with his ex-girlfriend, who lives in Auburn.
Posted inFood & Dining
In Lewiston, Somali Bantu refugees get in on the hot trend of food trucks
They use ingredients they’ve grown at nearby farms for dishes that are both delicious and bittersweet.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State
On eve of hearing, business and labor groups say they back CMP power line through western Maine
Business groups say the economic benefits of the 145-mile project outweigh drawbacks.
Posted inLocal & State
Tech investor from Lewiston gives back to next generation
David Roux returns to his former school to help get students interested in coding and STEM programs.
Posted inBusiness, Food & Dining, Local & State, News
Are mushrooms a new cash crop for Maine?
Auburn may become home to a large-scale mushroom-growing operation.
Posted inLocal & State, Maine Crime, News
Eight more charged in connection with federal marijuana raid in February
The 41-count indictment handed down last week stems from raids targeting a medical marijuana growing operation that prosecutors say illegally sold surplus pot and derivatives.
Posted inLocal & State, Schools and Education
Lewiston, Auburn high schools return to traditional grading
The schools had switched to proficiency-based grading on a scale of 1 to 4, but parents complained.