The Lewiston shootings have renewed the debate over the state’s less-restrictive yellow flag law.
Oct 25 killings
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, Local & State
Lewiston vigil draws thousands to basilica to honor the slain
Speakers urge community to ‘stick together’ and stay strong after a gunman killed 18 people last week.
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Posted inLewiston-Auburn, Local & State, News
Darkness and hope during shooting spree at Schemengees Bar & Grille
One witness held a dying man as he watched the gunman walk past while shooting patrons.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, Local & State
Prayers offered amid sadness following shooting deaths in Lewiston
During a period of silent prayer at Holy Family Church, worshippers could be seen praying over rosaries, heads bowed. Others with hands folded in prayer. Others simply staring straight ahead.
Posted inLocal & State, Maine Crime, News
As Mainers gather to mourn, 3 shooting survivors remain in critical condition in Lewiston
Meanwhile, as the families of the victims plan funerals or gather in the hospital, many others around the state came together for public vigils and religious services.
Posted inElection 2023, Local & State, Politics
Lewiston mass shootings quiet Maine political campaigns just days before Election Day
Candidates and ballot question activists have fallen silent as the state grapples with the tragedy. With about a week left before Election Day, no one knows if or when politicking will resume.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, Local & State, Nation & World
White House gun violence adviser arrives in Maine to offer support
An official from the White House Office of Gun Violence Prevention arrived in Lewiston Sunday night to lend support to the community and ensure federal resources are available.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, Local & State
Victims of Wednesday’s shootings urged to seek free counseling, other services
A Family Assistance Center has been set up by the Maine State Police, Office of the Maine Attorney General, Federal Bureau of Investigation and American Red Cross to provide support for victims and their families.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, Local & State
Video: Watch the remembrance ceremony at the Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul
The vigil is planned to last about two hours starting at 6 p.m. Sunday.
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Our View: ‘Humility is called for as accountability is sought’
Our U.S. senators’ reluctance to support a federal assault weapons ban must be reconsidered now.