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Andrew Rice
Staff Writer
Andrew Rice is a staff writer at the Press Herald covering the city of Portland. He's been working in journalism since 2012, joining the Sun Journal in 2017, then the Press Herald in 2026. He lives in Portland with his wife, two daughters and two dogs. In his spare time, he plays guitar in a Portland-based rock band and listens to hockey podcasts. Andrew is a graduate of the University of Southern Maine in Media Studies.
Great Falls Forum: Black Owned Maine works to lift Black-owned businesses
The nonprofit says effort will benefit Maine’s economy.
Lewiston approves forgivable loan program for local landlords
The City Council also accepted an updated emergency small business loan program that expands eligibility to nonprofit organizations.
Lewiston, Auburn set to receive millions from federal relief bill
The Twin Cities account for $37 million of the estimated $118 million that will go directly to Maine’s five largest cities.
Lewiston council delays vote on citywide equity statement
Councilor Lee Clement questioned a section that refers to immigration status, which he argued could be interpreted the city condones illegal immigration.
Lewiston approves ‘final,’ 5-year agreement for Bates Mill No. 5 redevelopment
The next five years could make or break the potential redevelopment of the historic mill, with its recognizable saw-tooth roof.
Auburn considers returning high school students to in-person, full-time instruction
The School Committee will consider a proposal to return grades 9-12 to full-time, in-person instruction for the fourth quarter, starting April 5.
Auburn traffic to be rerouted for Edward Little High School construction
Work will begin after a construction contract is awarded, which could happen as soon as March 18.
Kudos: Teen sponsors entire week of meals at Trinity Jubilee shelter
Jackson O’Brien decided he would adopt an entire week in the soup kitchen, providing that day’s meal to shelter guests.
Lewiston nonprofit working to boost vaccination rates in Androscoggin County
The nonprofit AK Health is part of a larger push to educate, combat misinformation, and address accessibility and equity in the rollout of COVID-19 vaccines in Lewiston.