A lifelong resident of Lewiston, Russ stumbled into photography as a college student working toward a career in psychology. His great-grandfather Louis B. Costello was the publisher of the Lewiston Daily Sun and Evening Journal and his grandfather, who Russ is named after, was a staff photographer before becoming publisher. Russ planned to move to a big city to live and work until a light came on while he was in the darkroom. During summer breaks he worked in the press and composing rooms at the Sun Journal and between his junior and senior year landed a job as a darkroom technician in the photography department where he developed an interest in taking photos. He immediately demonstrated a creative eye and a knack for being in the right place at the right time. When the Sun Journal launched a Sunday edition, he was offered a job that began his 35 year career. He lives in Lewiston, where he and his wife raised four boys. His innate curiosity and love of new technology has kept his passion burning. From using 360-degree cameras to becoming a licensed drone pilot he is always eager to try something new. After three decades of doing the same job he still is excited to come to work every day and is always seeking new challenges and adventures.
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PublishedFebruary 20, 2024
In photos: See the action from Tuesday’s high school postseason games
Take a look at some of our favorite images from the basketball quarter and semifinals, nordic skiing and wrestling championships.
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PublishedFebruary 20, 2024
Photos: Skiing vacation in Farmington
Learning to ski in Farmington.
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PublishedFebruary 19, 2024
In photos: See the action from Monday’s high school postseason games
Take a look at some of our favorite images from the basketball quarterfinals and nordic, swimming and indoor track state championships.
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PublishedFebruary 19, 2024
Photo Album: Disc golfers enjoy frozen fling in Lewiston
Hearty disc golfers play a round Monday morning at Devils Grove Disc Golf on Grove Street in Lewiston.
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PublishedFebruary 18, 2024
The Week in Photos: Feb. 10-16, 2024
Sun Journal photographers select some of their favorite images from last week.
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PublishedFebruary 18, 2024
Mystery Photo for Feb. 18, 2024
Correctly guess where this photo was taken and you could win a $25 Hannaford Supermarket gift card.
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PublishedFebruary 14, 2024
Monmouth man sings to others, calls it ‘instrumental’ after near-death accident
John Cyr uses his music to help himself heal while spreading joy and his faith.
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PublishedFebruary 13, 2024
Photo: ‘Hustle and bustle’ for Valentine’s Day
Lewiston flower shop prepares for Valentine’s Day.
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PublishedFebruary 12, 2024
Photo Album: Burnt Ends Barbecue opening Tuesday in Auburn
A peek inside the nearly completed Auburn restaurant that moved from Lewiston.
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PublishedFebruary 11, 2024
The Week in Photos: Feb. 3-9, 2024
Sun Journal photographers select some of their favorite images from last week.
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