Some people have their own ideas about what would make a good town manager, but everyone agreed on a few traits.
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No. 1 affirms ranking in Varsity Maine boys hockey poll
Thornton Academy is again the unanimous top team after surviving tough test.
Maine schools tackle food waste to save money, time and the environment
A pilot program from UMaine’s Mitchell Center found big reductions in school cafeteria food waste, and a toolkit rolled out this fall will help schools prepare for a food waste ban that starts in 2030.
Lisbon financial issues stem from miscalculations, town manager says
Interim Town Manager Jim Bennett thinks the nearly $2.5 million funding hole the town found itself in was caused in part by double counting certain town revenues.
Snow, wrestling, hockey, Pledge of Allegiance focus of Lewiston-area Week in Photos
Maine Trust for Local News photographers select some of their favorite images from Jan. 1-8, 2026.
Mark Stevens retired as Lisbon wrestling coach years ago. A chance encounter brought him back.
Conversations with an Oklahoma coach inspired the seven-time state championship coach and Maine Amateur Wrestling Hall of Famer to return to wrestling.
Lisbon’s ‘big hill’ offers family fun
Siblings make some runs Tuesday afternoon.
Unanimous No. 1 in Varsity Maine boys hockey poll
Thornton Academy tightens grip on top spot, and Cheverus/Yarmouth moves up to second place.
Meet the 2025 Sun Journal All-Region boys cross country team
The area’s top runners include Class C champion William Morris of Dirigo.
Trinity Jubilee Center has programs for needy | Sun Spots
DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Trinity Jubilee Center has these programs available for those in need: Food Pantry & Diaper Bank: Wednesdays at 7:45-10:45 a.m.; Free Medical Clinic: Wednesdays at 8:30-10:30 a.m.; Homeless Shelter hours: Monday-Friday at 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.; Employment assistance: Monday-Friday at 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.; other office help (paperwork, mental […]