Areas of the state faced severe thunderstorms, with damaging winds and lightning.
Auburn
Lewiston’s Basilica summer concerts begin, Auburn Great Falls walk captured this week
Sun Journal photographers select some of their favorite images from this week, June 28 to July 3.
Birthday card shower for Turner resident | Sun Spots
DEAR SUN SPOTS: On Sunday, July 6, our good friend, mother, grammy, and great gram, etc. will celebrate her 80th birthday. Let’s celebrate with her by giving her a card shower this year. — Marion, no town ANSWER: The person who sent the original letter sent the wrong street address. Here is the correct information […]
Conservationists press for Androscoggin River upgrade: ‘This is not optional’
Friends of Merrymeeting Bay leaders argue that decades of water quality data and state law demand the change.
Lewiston hopes busking festival will boost downtown foot traffic
The act of busking, or performing music or other unique talents in public spaces, has been the centerpiece of successful summer festivals in other communities, and Lewiston is hoping to be the next.
Nutty Netties’ new Auburn location opens with big plans
The owners plan to host live music and other events at the location.
Bene’s Beef in Lewiston sizzles in first week
The new spot offers North Shore-style roast beef sandwiches.
Why we’re still watching ‘North Woods Law’ | Column
The reality show hasn’t featured Maine game wardens since 2016 but remains a go-to on streaming services for Mainers of all ages.
Rock in Poland, Bach in Lewiston, squawk in South Paris, celebrate freedom everywhere | Get out!
There are plenty of things to do this week in western Maine.
Maine law revives talks on Boston-to-Montreal passenger rail through Auburn
‘Lewiston and Auburn have been waiting for their turn for passenger rail to come to us,’ said Lewiston Sen. Peggy Rotundo, the bill’s sponsor.