The network of volunteers works with local farms to harvest surplus produce and deliver it to people who can use it — and they could use more help.
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.
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Petition looks to overturn Lewiston’s decision on housing project
An effort led by a Planning Board member looks to overturn the city’s decision on a proposed 35-unit affordable housing project.
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Lewiston-Auburn leaders identify ‘unspoken tension’ as the top issue dividing the community
The U.S. Department of Justice program will attempt to find solutions to reduce conflict, improve communication and minimize the potential for future conflict in the Twin Cities.
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Auburn officials look to cut more from budget
During a workshop Monday, city officials sought ways to cut the city and school budgets to have no tax increase for next year.
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Robots take over Lewiston Colisee this weekend
At the Pine Tree District FIRST Robotics Competition in Lewiston, high school robotics teams flex their STEM education muscles and embrace the rivalries with fun and flair.
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Lewiston council edits rules for public comment
City officials say the new rules were created in response to “recent events” at council meetings, which began last month with accusations that led to the resignation of former Mayor Shane Bouchard.
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Mark Cayer announces bid for Lewiston mayor
Much like his campaign in 2017, Cayer is running on his experience, aversion to party politics, and focus on economic development.
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Concern grows that contaminated sludge may have harmed some area farms
Treated sludge has been used on at least several dozen sites in Androscoggin, Oxford and Franklin counties over the years.
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Lewiston, Auburn roll out preliminary budgets
Over the past week, officials in both cities unveiled draft budgets for fiscal year 2019-20, kicking off several weeks of deliberations.
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Lewiston-Auburn to Portland rail connection details at meeting
A public meeting Wednesday will discuss route options for the proposed connection to the Amtrak Downeaster in Portland.