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From a Kenyan refugee camp to Lewiston: ‘This is our home’

by Joe Charpentier March 26, 2026March 27, 2026

From refugee to county government, Shukri Abdirahman reflects on how Lewiston as a community learned to grow together.

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25 years later, Lewiston’s Somali residents help shape the city’s identity

by Joe Charpentier, Jamie Shelton, Josie Rothman March 26, 2026March 27, 2026

The Somali population has transformed the fabric of the city despite years of challenges with integration, perception and belonging.

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See a timeline of immigrant resettlements in Lewiston

by Joe Charpentier March 26, 2026March 25, 2026

Immigrants have faced resistance and acceptance in the community since the 1850s

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2 men died on the job, raising questions about safety in one of Maine’s most iconic industries

by Rachel Estabrook March 26, 2026March 28, 2026

Kasie Malcolm, 20, and Allen Hornberger, 26, were likely exposed to toxic chemicals at the Woodland Pulp paper mill in January.

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Old Home Days returns to West Paris after a decade

by Rose Lincoln March 26, 2026March 23, 2026

Longtime tradition set for June 27, with new attractions led by local volunteer Jeff Holley.

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St. Mary’s Regional Medical Center seeks volunteers | Sun Spots

March 26, 2026March 24, 2026

DEAR SUN SPOTS: St. Mary’s Regional Medical Center is seeking volunteers to join our wonderful team. Volunteers help transport patients within the hospital, assist with departmental projects, deliver flowers to patient rooms, greet patients, provide directions to departments, and more.The only requirement is a desire to help others in a friendly and personable manner. If […]