Sun Journal photographers highlight their favorite photos for the week June 20-27, 2025.
Lewiston
Posted inAndroscoggin County, Business, Lewiston-Auburn, Maine
New owners of Luiggi’s in Lewiston find change is needed
The restaurant’s new owners say embracing tradition is good, but it doesn’t pay the bills in today’s economy. ‘Luiggi’s new era needs to happen,’ said Zach Pratt.
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Posted inArts & Entertainment
Bates College exhibit gives a full view of ‘gonzo’ illustrator Ralph Steadman
‘Ralph Steadman: And Another Thing…’ gives visitors a chance to see the original works that were often published as reproductions in books and magazines.
Posted inMaine, News
Mystery Photo for June 22, 2025
Correctly guess where this photo was taken and you could win a $25 Hannaford Supermarket gift card.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, Maine, News
Lewiston shelter effort at risk of losing $2.5 million in state funding
The lack of a location for the shelter and a shortage of operating funds has put critical financing from MaineHousing in jeopardy.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, News
Lewiston’s Great Falls Brewfest will pour ale and art Saturday
The festival on the banks of the Androscoggin River will feature a collaborative art creation, food trucks, live music and 40 beverage makers.
Posted inHealth, Lewiston-Auburn, News
Central Maine Healthcare says most phone lines are back in operation
Since the beginning of June, Central Maine Healthcare has grappled with a systemwide computer outage.
Posted inAndroscoggin County, Lewiston-Auburn, Maine, Maine Crime
Man arrested after downtown Lewiston shooting, 5-hour standoff
Whali Ahamed Henry was charged with reckless conduct with a firearm after he surrendered to police at about 10 p.m. Tuesday.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, Maine, Maine Crime
Stepfather charged with manslaughter in death of 4-year-old shot in head
Police say that the bullet that killed Jasper Smith in May was fired from Robert McCoy’s 9 mm handgun.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, Maine, Maine Crime, Mark LaFlamme, News
Oh, the people you’ll meet at a scene of mayhem | Column
He’s said it before and he’ll say it once more. The absolute coolest part of his current job is mingling with the rabble when things get rocking, says Mark LaFlamme.