A single-sort recycling container will be available at the Auburn Public Works facility on Gracelawn Road, the city said, for residents to drop off their recyclable materials.
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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.
Lewiston Public Library to roll out new hours
The City Council approved a budget that will reduce the library’s weekly hours to 45.
Lewiston Mayor Carl Sheline announces reelection campaign
Sheline is seeking his second term, which would be a three-year term due to a recent city charter amendment to create staggered terms.
Lewiston mural project moves from The Public Theatre after dispute over style
Artist Nathan Brown is expected to create a mural at an alternative location this summer after city staff members said there were ‘artistic differences’ between Brown and The Public Theatre, where a mural had previously been approved.
Jeff Harmon announces campaign for Auburn mayor
Harmon is a member of the group that fought zoning changes in neighborhoods.
Lewiston to resume parking garage fees after upgrades
The city plans to resume charging fees July 3 — at the 2020 rates — at all municipal garages: $1 per hour, up to a maximum of $6 for the day; Less than an hour is free.
Lewiston council adopts updated Riverfront Island Master Plan
The long-term plan for Lewiston’s riverfront area includes ambitious ideas for Island Point, the former site of the Libbey Mill next to Veterans Memorial Park.
Codes officer announces candidacy for Auburn City Council
Ryan Smith has been outspoken on several fronts in Auburn, saying residents feel “unheard” by city officials.
Auburn-Lewiston Municipal Airport facing turbulent times
City leaders say poor management and oversight issues at the airport have led to serious financial woes dating back nearly a decade, worsened by Elite Airways’ insolvency.
L-A This Week
MONDAY, May 22 LEWISTON — Finance Committee meeting, 5:30 p.m. in the Public Works conference room. LEWISTON — Planning Board meeting, 5:30 p.m. in the Council Chamber at City Hall.