Belinda Gerry Age: 66 Occupation: Auburn city councilor, at-large; Notary public Political experience: Three terms in the Maine Legislature; three terms as Auburn city councilor Why do you think you’re the most qualified, or best candidate, for this seat? As a lifelong Auburn resident and through my public service I have built a strong relationship within our community […]
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.
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Auburn City Council Ward 5: Walker unopposed for 8th term
Leroy Walker Age: 76 Occupation: Retired Political experience: Seven terms as Ward 5 councilor Why do you think you’re the most qualified, or best candidate, for this seat? My experience comes from being a city of Auburn employee for close to 40 years, and then becoming a city councilor and holding that position for the past […]
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Meet the candidates running for Auburn City Council
While all seven council seats are up for election, only three are contested races.
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Calling all Bennets and Darcys: Lewiston library hosting Jane Austen ball
The Lewiston Public Library is hosting a Jane Austen-themed ball on Oct. 18, complete with Regency-era dress and English country dancing.
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Lewiston-Auburn’s 911 dispatch eyes move to Auburn Hall
L-A 911 was originally slated to remain at the new public safety facility on Minot Avenue, but officials say relocating it will save money.
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Lewiston hopes downtown busking is here to stay
Organizers of the city’s Lewiston Live festival say the first event was a test run for a multiweek series in the works for 2026.
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Meet the candidates running for Lewiston City Council
In the first election under staggered terms, there are four City Council seats up for grabs Nov. 4.
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Lewiston City Council Ward 7: Newcomers Martel, Projansky face off
Bret Martel Age: 42 Occupation: Father, youth coach, community volunteer Political experience: Candidate for Androscoggin County commissioner in 2022 Why do you think you’re the most qualified candidate for this seat? I am a lifelong resident of this area with deep roots in our community. As a father and the husband of a small business […]
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Lewiston City Council Ward 5: Osman looks to unseat Soule-Leclair
Iman Osman Age: 36 Occupation: Social worker; executive director of the Lewiston Auburn Youth Network Political experience: Lewiston School Committee representative for Ward 5 Why do you think you’re the most qualified candidate for this seat? I am the best candidate due to my unique perspective as a relatively young immigrant, refugee, and person of color. As […]
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Lewiston City Council Ward 3: Harriman faces challenge from Soule
Scott A. Harriman Age: 39 Occupation: City councilor, community volunteer, small-time landlord Political experience: Lewiston City Council, 2022-present; council representative to the Lewiston School Committee, 2024-present; several council-related committees Why do you think you’re the most qualified candidate for this seat? I’ve been representing Ward 3 on the City Council for the past two terms, and I’ve been […]