Kevin Boilard, director of shelter operator Kaydenz Kitchen, said the long-term goal is to make the shelter self-sustaining through thrift store revenue, grants and other funding sources.
Andrew Rice
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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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Lewiston looks to public for Sunnyside Park revamp ideas
The park, which features two basketball courts, a swing set and multipurpose field, lies in a wooded area along the Androscoggin River at the end of Whipple Street, off Main Street.
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L-A This Week
MONDAY, Feb. 24 LEWISTON — School Committee meeting, 5:30 p.m. at The Green Ladle, 156 East Ave. LEWISTON — Finance Committee meeting, 5:30 p.m. in the Public Works conference room, 103 Adams Ave. TUESDAY, Feb. 25 AUBURN — Comprehensive Plan Committee meeting, 6 p.m. in the Council Chamber at Auburn Hall. LEWISTON — Sunnyside Park […]
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Lewiston shooting commission chair recaps ‘profound’ fact-finding mission
Daniel Wathen said he believes the commission’s report has established a ‘common set of facts’ that policymakers, law enforcement and others can use going forward.
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Lewiston considers tax relief for seniors while looking at ‘tight’ budget
The framework for a tax relief program for seniors is modeled after similar programs in other municipalities, but officials appear hesitant as a difficult budget year looms.
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Property owners worry about higher taxes after revaluation visits
What people are saying about letting property inspectors into their homes.
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Will Auburn residents open their doors for property inspectors?
When residents were asked whether they would allow inspectors into their homes as the city conducts a revaluation, the general consensus was that the effort will lead to nothing but higher taxes.
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Auburn’s Marty McIntyre ‘fills her cup’ by helping others
McIntyre founded a local chapter of 100 Women Who Care, an organization that donates money to local nonprofit organizations. In her spare time, she also volunteers for Seniors Plus and Meals on Wheels.
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L-A This Week
MONDAY, Feb. 17 LEWISTON-AUBURN — Presidents Day, schools and government offices are closed. TUESDAY, Feb. 18 AUBURN — City Council workshop and meeting, 5:30 p.m. in the council chamber at Auburn Hall. LEWISTON — City Council workshop and meeting, 6 p.m. in the council chamber at City Hall.
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L-A This Week
MONDAY, Feb. 10 LEWISTON — Finance Committee meeting, 5:30 p.m. in the Public Works Department conference room, 103 Adams Ave. LEWISTON — Planning Board meeting, 5:30 p.m. in the council chamber at City Hall. TUESDAY, Feb. 11 AUBURN — Appointment Committee meeting, 4:30 p.m. in Room 204 at Auburn Hall. AUBURN — Age-Friendly Community Committee […]