The City Council wants to create a committee to study its recycling program, but doesn’t agree on whether it should continue the program in the meantime.
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.
‘Kudos’ to the community members on the ELHS Building Committee
Three community members, who have volunteered for the past two years to help design the new Edward Little High School, spoke to the Sun Journal about the reward — and public scrutiny — that came from the process.
Lewiston drafting design standards for downtown buildings
Want to have a say in how new development should look in Lewiston? The time is now.
Lewiston approves $48.9M municipal budget in first reading
The 6-1 vote sets up a final reading following the school budget validation referendum on May 14.
Auburn sets vote for sweeping marijuana ordinance
The Auburn City Council will vote May 20 to “opt-in” to allow marijuana businesses. If it does, the council will hold first reading on a comprehensive marijuana ordinance that night.
Auburn bulky waste pickup begins Monday
The city will collect curbside bulky waste next week, and city officials have a reminder: no scavenging allowed.
Auburn budget could restore Citylink bus service levels
The recommended budget would return the bus system to 2016 service levels, but Auburn’s mayor and others aren’t convinced it will entice new riders.
Lewiston-Auburn officials hosting Opportunity Zones forum
The event Friday is designed to connect local stakeholders with federal resources, including the Opportunity Zones program created last year to spur investment.
Auburn council approves ballot questions for new Edward Little High School
The two questions, which together would create a $122 million high school, will face voters on June 11.
Auburn council to take final vote on school project Monday
Public hearings will be held Monday on two ballot questions for the proposed $122 million Edward Little High School in Auburn.