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Lewiston-Auburn nonprofits face new challenges amid federal cuts
Nonprofits are becoming increasingly more reliant on corporate, foundation and individual donations and grants after federal funds were slashed earlier this year.
Rallies, high school sports, greenhouse gardening in Lisbon Falls, Lewiston area shown in week in photos
Sun Journal photographers select some of their favorite images from December 12-18, 2025.
Lisbon chooses firm in search for new town manager
Residents will be able to give input on what they would like to see in a town manager during a forum early in the new year.
Lisbon Falls, Portland, Westbrook among Subway locations closed by state
Maine labor officials are reaching out to workers after Revenue Services shuttered multiple restaurants.
Thornton Academy boys hockey beats Lewiston co-op
The Golden Trojans never trail, and four players contribute goals to the victory.
Storylines, excitement abound as 2025-26 indoor track season begins
After a memorable 2024-25 year, a season of huge numbers, new venues and new competitors is set to follow this winter.
Catholic Charities leases former Lewiston monastery
The building attached to the Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul has been emptied and will be renovated.
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news from surrounding communities
Multiple structure fires ignite over several days, four in Lewiston
Two of the fires were caused by wood stoves, with another the result of an unattended candle.
Central Maine Healthcare is the first recovery-friendly hospital system in Maine
‘I don’t know at the time that I knew how much of an impact it would have on my life and my sobriety,’ one employee said.
The Fergy moves to Auburn, pilfered store bags and the future comes for Lewiston
Nothing beats a good paper airplane, Mark Laflamme writes, among other things.
In Madagascar, a Bates grad finishes her service, and finds there is more to be done | Column
Even with her Peace Corps stint done, Vanessa Paolella will head back to Madagascar, and a future still to be decided, in January.
Tommy’s Feral Felines bake sale canceled | Sun Spots
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Due to extenuating circumstances, Tommy’s Feral Felines unfortunately had to cancel our bake sale for the first time in over 40 years. Because of this, our nonprofit is missing out on a massive portion of funds, potentially leaving our feline friends in the cold. Please help us support the local feral cat…
Maine’s D-III men’s hockey teams face off in new tournament
Colby, UNE, USM and Bowdoin will participate in the first Lobster Pot Tournament in Falmouth in January.
Mt. Ararat girls basketball beats Edward Little in battle of top A North teams
Kayleigh Wagg scores 32 points, and the Eagles stay undefeated.
Mystery Photo for Dec. 21, 2025
Correctly guess where this photo was taken and you could win a $25 Hannaford Supermarket gift card.
Maine to benefit from new solar projects across New England
Nearly 30% of the power generated by five selected projects — including two within the state — would benefit Maine.
Double-wide home destroyed in Lewiston blaze
The occupant at 7 Russell St. was able to safely flee from the burning building.
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