January 2023 – Page 65 – Lewiston Sun Journal

Dr. Nirav Shah makes his final rounds in Maine

by Joe Lawlor January 23, 2023January 24, 2023

For perhaps the final time as the state’s CDC director, Shah answered questions about the pandemic and health topics on the ‘MaineCalling’ public radio show.

Tom Caron: Red Sox execs feel the heat during Winter Weekend

by TOM CARON Sports Columnist January 23, 2023January 23, 2023

Fans booed and heckled team owners and executives at the annual event, expressing their displeasure for the loss of stars Mookie Betts and Xander Bogaerts.

Sports

MLB notebook: Rolen could become just 18th third baseman in Hall of Fame

by Associated Press January 23, 2023January 23, 2023

Scott Rolen is among the top contenders on the 28-player ballot considered by the Baseball Writers’ Association of America in a vote announced Tuesday night.

News

Man arrested after allegedly stealing U-Haul van, leading Brunswick police on chase

by Maria Skillings January 23, 2023January 23, 2023

William Wyman, 46, was arrested Sunday morning after allegedly refusing to pull over in a stolen vehicle.

Androscoggin County, Franklin, Livermore Falls Advertiser, News

Livermore Falls switching to annual sewer bills in 2024

by Donna M. Perry January 23, 2023January 23, 2023

Starting April 20, 2024, sewer users will receive one bill a year requiring two payments a year.

Health, Nation / World, News

U.S. proposes once-a-year COVID shots for most Americans

by MATTHEW PERRONE AP Health Writer January 23, 2023January 23, 2023

U.S. health officials want to make COVID-19 vaccinations more like the annual flu shot.

Maine

Group of residents calls for review of Winthrop quarry project, citing health and environmental concerns

by Chris Bouchard January 23, 2023January 24, 2023

The group says a proposed Turkey Lane quarry would create airborne dust particles that could travel toward the school and downtown area, potentially causing lung issues and affecting local aquatic life.