Auburn closed a number of recreational areas to the public Friday, while Lewiston posted signage at all park entrances.
Andrew Rice
Staff Writer
Andrew Rice is a staff writer at the Sun Journal covering municipal government in Lewiston and Auburn. He's been working in journalism since 2012, joining the Sun Journal in 2017. He lives in Portland with his wife, daughters and dogs. Andrew is a graduate of the University of Southern Maine in Media Studies.
Police log
Arrests Auburn Justin Barefield, 41, of 100 Newbury St., Auburn, on a charge of domestic violence assault and violating bail conditions, 8:38 p.m. Thursday at Bonney Park in Auburn.
Lewiston mayor warns shelter-in-place order may be ‘inevitable’
City officials say there are still worrying examples of residents not practicing social distancing.
While most major municipalities have declared emergencies, Auburn waits
Auburn officials not calling emergency at this time.
St. Mary’s taking precautions after staff member tests positive for COVID-19
A hospital spokesman said the medical provider last worked 10 days ago.
Auburn officials begin budget talks amid uncertainty
School Committee asked to cut proposed budget by more than $1M.
Lewiston YWCA prioritizing child care for medical professionals
The YWCA has reopened its child care enrollment for parents who must continue to work during the pandemic.
Demand grows for homemade medical masks, but CDC has reservations
Central Maine Medical Center says it welcomes donations of homemade masks; St. Mary’s says professional-grade donations only, please.
Lewiston mayor announces housing protections during emergency
The statement Monday urges landlords to do “everything in their power” to keep people housed during the COVID-19 crisis.
Lewiston, Auburn to hold joint budget workshops Monday — remotely
It’s the first to be conducted through remote access.