The lawsuit claims that Rep. Heidi Sampson and Robert Sampson of Alfred cut more than 4,344 trees from the neighbor’ property, then built a barn, stable and gated horse paddock on the area.
2021
Families who live with autism rebuild frayed ties as pandemic eases
COVID-19 disrupted the patterns of life and family visits that are critical for the well-being of Mainers with autism.
Porta-potties in short supply as outdoor events make rebound in Maine
Many people may not like using the portable plastic toilets, but they are now in high demand.
Going to see the giant trolls? Here’s what else there is to do around Boothbay
Make the most of your trip to see the Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens exhibit, opening Saturday, and add these stops, from breweries to a train museum, to your itinerary.
Looking Back on May 24
100 Years Ago: 1921 The L.A. Ladies Hebrew Association will hold a picnic at Frost park June 19. There will be a variety of interesting events, including races, ball games, dancing and so on. 50 Years Ago: 1971 A New Auburn man has been attempting the last few days to get a raccoon to leave […]
Auburn to host regional summit on American Rescue Plan funds
Auburn Mayor Jason Levesque said he’d like to see officials from several municipalities find ways to pool millions in federal stimulus money for regional projects.
Job Corps offers career training to young adults
AUGUSTA — Job Corps is enrolling youths aged 16-24, interested in areas such as automotive, welding, healthcare, electrical, and culinary arts, through free training. Virtual and online learning options are available, and people can meanwhile earn their high school diploma/equivalency and driver’s license. Housing and meals are included at no additional cost, and job placement […]
Locke Mills American Legion to host Memorial Day services
LOCKE MILLS — Jackson-Silver Post 68, American Legion, plans to host its Memorial Day 2021 ceremonies in the parking lot at 595 Gore Road on Monday, May 31. The day will begin at 9:15 a.m. with a welcome by Post 68 Cmdr. Harry Orcutt, followed by a prayer by Post 68 Chaplain Dan Grover. Adj. […]
Car, house keys found on Mitchell Street
DEAR SUN SPOTS: I was walking on Mitchell Street in Lewiston at about 3:30 p.m. Saturday, May 22, and found a set of car keys in the road. I grabbed them up because I was concerned they may get run over. The Jeep key fob has a retractable key and what appears to be a […]
Lewiston student makes university dean’s list
GREENVILLE, S.C. — Oliyshia Carrow of Lewiston, a sophomore and elementary education major at Bob Jones University, has been named to the 2021 spring semester dean’s list. The dean’s list recognizes students who earn a 3.00-3.74 grade point average during the semester.