For 25 years, the communities of Lewiston and Auburn have hosted the Great Falls Balloon Festival, which is known across New England and beyond, and brings thousands of visitors to the area.

Run by a board of local volunteers, the festival provides many area nonprofits the opportunity to raise funds for the services they provide and benefits local businesses, as well.

We all should take great pride in this festival.

Let us all enjoy and support the nonprofits this upcoming weekend. Lastly, and most importantly: walk with and have pride when representing the community.

Mark Cayer, Lewiston

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