Lewiston has lost several key department heads and other longtime staff over the last 12 months. How much of it is normal turnover and how much is tied to City Hall relationships?
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.
Presidential primary election turnout low in Lewiston, Auburn
‘It seems that many people are not turning out to vote as they think the nominees are a foregone conclusion,’ said Auburn Mayor Jeff Harmon.
Auburn to demolish Minot Avenue property for future intersection overhaul
The city will purchase 150 Minot Ave. and demolish blighted buildings for a future realignment of the intersection with Elm Street.
L-A This Week
MONDAY, March 4 AUBURN — City Council workshop and meeting, 5:30 p.m. in the Council Chamber at Auburn Hall. LEWISTON — School Committee meeting, 5:30 p.m. at The Green Ladle, 156 East Ave. TUESDAY, March 5 LEWISTON-AUBURN — Presidential primary election, polls open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Polling locations are on the city […]
Auburn officials still debating zone change at Gracelawn Road property
The land owned by John Gendron, which features a gravel pit, has been a central part of an ongoing debate over Lake Auburn protections, and officials are attempting to delay a zone change that would allow development.
Lewiston to begin work on long-sought waterline from Auburn
Officials said work begins Sunday night in the area of Longley Bridge, and will continue through July.
Parking for Lewiston mosque is subject of neighborhood debate
The Masjidul Salaam Mosque on Bartlett Street is looking to expand its onsite parking to relieve neighborhood concerns, but some abutters believe it could make congestion worse.
Auburn fielding questions, concerns regarding recent assessing letters
Assessing staff said the letters to multiunit property owners are to gain up-to-date info for valuation purposes, but some landlords are saying the letters are intrusive and will lead to higher taxes.
L-A This Week
MONDAY, Feb. 26 LEWISTON — School Committee meeting, 5:30 p.m. at The Green Ladle, 156 East Ave. LEWISTON — Finance Committee meeting, 5:30 in the Public Works conference room. LEWISTON — Planning Board meeting, 5:30 p.m. in the Council Chamber at City Hall. TUESDAY, Feb. 27 LEWISTON — City Council workshop/strategic planning session, 5 p.m. […]
Lewiston officials and artist Charlie Hewitt sending ‘Hopeful’ sign to Ukraine
Hewitt said it’s a small gesture of solidarity with the Ukrainian people as the war stretches into a third year.