Police Chief David St. Pierre said a recent encampment of unhoused people near Sunnyside Park had led to several complaints and safety concerns.
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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Auburn rezoning request sent back to Planning Board after policy ‘violation’
City staff said a Planning Board member should not have been allowed to take part in a discussion after recusing himself from the vote due to a conflict of interest.
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L-A This Week
MONDAY, Dec. 5 AUBURN — City Council workshop and meeting, 5:30 p.m. in the Council Chamber at Auburn Hall. LEWISTON — Finance Committee meeting, 5:30 p.m. in the Public Works conference room. LEWISTON — School Committee meeting, 5:30 p.m. at The Green Ladle, 156 East Ave. TUESDAY, Dec. 6 LEWISTON — City Council workshop and […]
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Continental Mill housing project moving ahead in Lewiston
Construction of the Picker House Lofts, 72 units at the center of the Continental Mill complex, is expected to begin in early 2023.
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Incoming Community Concepts CEO looks to ‘chart a path forward’
James Martin aims to build upon the organization’s recent work to respond to issues exacerbated by the pandemic, including a lack of affordable housing.
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Lewiston elected officials eye solutions to homelessness, substance use
Lewiston city councilors and Lewiston’s legislative delegation discussed programs and potential funding sources to combat homelessness and substance use, including the shelter village proposal that has so far failed to get off the ground.
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Residents concerned that Auburn zone change request could be first of many
The Planning Board recently gave a favorable recommendation for a zone change in the East Auburn area of Andrew Drive. It was initiated by a petition that no abutters signed.
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Lewiston youth council hosting conversation on mental health
Lewiston City Councilor Linda Scott said when youth are struggling with depression, anxiety or mental health issues, ‘it’s almost impossible to achieve goals and navigate the challenges of everyday school life.’
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United Way offering grant for emergency shelter in Androscoggin County
The announcement comes as officials in the Twin Cities and county government are in a standstill over funding for an emergency shelter proposal.
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Auburn council supports ‘corner store’ grant program
City staff said the individual grants of up to $35,000 will support either the establishment or expansion of “essential corner stores,” which derive at least 50% of revenue from food and groceries.