The programs would provide funding for owner-occupied duplexes or 3-units, as well as incentives for city employees to build homes in Auburn.
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.
Lewiston City Council repeals upcoming Charter Commission vote
Voters were slated to decide whether to establish a Charter Commission in June, but that question will no longer appear on the ballot.
Kudos: Cathy Carey kindles relationships volunteering at women’s center
Opportunity at the Center for Wisdom’s Women in Lewiston proves rewarding in retirement.
L-A This Week
MONDAY, Jan. 17 LEWISTON-AUBURN — Martin Luther King Jr. Day, government offices and schools closed. TUESDAY, Jan. 18 AUBURN — Auburn Sewer District trustees meeting, 4:30 p.m. at 268 Court St. AUBURN — City Council workshop and meeting, 5:30 p.m. in the Council Chamber at Auburn Hall. LEWISTON — City Council workshop and meeting, 6 […]
Auburn considers updated septic standards for Lake Auburn watershed
Recent study of lake shows updated rules could help water quality. Change could also lead to more houses in the watershed.
Lewiston capital improvement plan calls for $32 million in projects
Some projects, like environmental cleanup at Bates Mill No. 5, were proposed last year but ultimately not included in the budget.
Former Martel school redevelopment inches closer to reality
Key financing for the planned 44-unit senior housing project has been secured.
Lewiston officials urge COVID-19 vaccinations, precautions
Mayor Carl Sheline and area health care officials urged residents to stay vigilant as the COVID-19 surge strains hospitals and businesses.
Auburn hires downtown coordinator to take on revitalization goals
The $61,000 position was proposed in an October revitalization plan, but was quickly added in order to build on the success of events like New Year’s Auburn, staff said.
L-A This Week
MONDAY, Jan. 10 AUBURN — Mayor’s ad hoc committee on boards, commissions and committees, 4:30 p.m. in the Community Room at Auburn Hall. LEWISTON — Planning Board meeting, 5:30 p.m. in the Council Chamber at City Hall. LEWISTON — School Committee meeting, 5:30 p.m. at Connors Elementary School. LEWISTON — Finance Committee meeting, 5:30 p.m. […]