City officials say the homeless who live next to Little Androscoggin River were given advance notice a cleanup would be done.
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.
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Great Falls Forum: 175 years of recorded history through journalism
The first edition of the Lewiston Falls Journal was published 175 years ago. A Great Falls Forum on Thursday touched on a few highlights of history recorded by the press since then.
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Lewiston approves contract zone for first Choice Neighborhoods redevelopment project
The project includes 74 units, as well as the renovation of the historic Wedgewood house, between Bartlett, Walnut, Pierce and Pine streets.
Posted inAndroscoggin County, Lewiston-Auburn, News
Lewiston council unanimously approves resolution on diversity, equity and inclusion
The resolution was brought forward after two councilors previously drafted a resolution condemning optional diversity programs for staff at Lewiston schools.
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After controversy, Lewiston council will vote to ‘reaffirm’ diversity, equity and inclusion work
The resolution states, “Lewiston Public Schools has one of the most diverse student bodies in the state of Maine and the lived experiences of all our students are equally valuable,” and “as a City Council we must acknowledge, respect and learn from the lived experiences of all our constituents.”
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Auburn council approves fiscal 2023 budget
Total proposed spending for next year stands at $107 million, with the $55.7 million school budget heading to voters June 14.
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L-A This Week
MONDAY, May 16 AUBURN — City Council workshop and meeting, 5:30 p.m. in the Council Chamber at Auburn Hall. TUESDAY, May 17 AUBURN — Auburn Sewer District trustees meeting, 4 p.m. at 268 Court St. AUBURN — Ethics Panel meeting, 5:30 p.m. in the Council Chamber at Auburn Hall. AUBURN — Conservation Commission meeting, 6 […]
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Auburn council to conduct final budget vote Monday
The council will vote to approve next year’s $48.4 million municipal budget, and send the school district’s $55.7 million budget to voters June 14.
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Lewiston files lawsuit against Auburn Water District
City asks court to declare the district doesn’t have authority to change the Lake Auburn watershed boundary.
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Hartford man appealing 2021 murder conviction
Rondon Athayde was sentenced to 50 years for killing his longtime girlfriend at their home.