After special sales and being closed for renovations, The Lion’s Den Thrift Shop on Broadway in Farmington held a preview May 15 followed by its grand opening May 16.
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Posted inMaine, Nation / World
Maine State Library layoffs, closures part of national trend after Trump order
Maine has laid off a fifth of its staff and temporarily closed its state library after not receiving the remainder of its annual funding
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Posted inMaine, Politics
Some Maine criminal records would automatically be sealed under bill before Legislature
Supporters say it’s about time. Opponents want to see more research, and say the bill contradicts findings of a recent committee that recommended further study.
Posted inMaine, Politics
Maine’s public transportation options are limited. Lawmakers would like to change that.
Public transit options currently meet only about 11% of the state’s total transportation needs, according to a recent report.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, Maine, News
Organizers behind Lewiston’s permanent shelter eye alternate locations
Negotiations to purchase the former Schemengee’s Bar & Grille on Lincoln Street have taken longer than anticipated, and those involved say other locations are being explored.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Maine fabric, crafts shops fill the void left after retailer Joann’s bankruptcy
Local store owners say they have already seen new customers coming in to shop for fabric, yarn and other craft supplies.
Posted inMaine
Providers fear Medicaid cuts could worsen Maine’s health care access crisis
Tens of thousands of residents in the state could lose health insurance under the budget proposal before Congress.
Posted inAndroscoggin County, bPlus, Franklin
Livermore woman works hard to maintain ATV trails | Face Time
‘The day the trails can open and people can get out riding is always a great day of the season,’ said Ashley Langlin-Hebert, president of Brettuns Wheelers ATV Club.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, Maine
Lewiston’s SEARCH program has given seniors 50 years of support
The Portland Diocese program pairs volunteers with older residents who need a little support, transportation or just good company.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, Maine, News
4-year-old boy dies of gunshot wound in Lewiston
Police said they were called to 93 Pierce St. at about 4:55 a.m. for a report that a child had been shot.