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Driver dies Friday in tractor trailer crash on Route 201 in West Forks
A tractor trailer ran off U.S. Route 201 in The Forks on Friday around 3 p.m., killing Leland Moore, 60, of Madison.
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Posted inAndroscoggin County, News
Lisbon residents still have Water Department concerns as town officials offer collaboration
Town councilors have invited the Lisbon Water Department to collaborate with the town on how to address ongoing issues.
Posted inMaine
Woodworkers festival brings chainsaw art, pine car racing to Monmouth
The first Woodworkers Tool Festival hosted by the Maine Cabin Masters and Kennebec Cabin Co. had dozens of woodworking vendors, demonstrations and classes.
Posted inMaine, News, Politics
When Lyndon B. Johnson came to Portland 60 years ago, a hundred thousand followed
Johnson’s 1964 visit drew what may have been the largest crowd Portland has ever seen. Sixty years later, those in attendance still remember the group’s energy.
Posted inMaine
Surgeon general visits Maine, encourages social connections to combat isolation
Dr. Vivek Murthy said loneliness is a public health issue just like smoking and obesity.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, News
L-A This Week
MONDAY, Sept. 30 LEWISTON — City Council special meeting, 6 p.m. in the Council Chamber at City Hall. Only item on the agenda is an executive session to discuss a personnel matter. TUESDAY, Oct. 1 AUBURN — Appointment Committee meeting, 3:30 p.m. in Room 2024 at Auburn Hall. LEWISTON — City Council workshop and meeting, […]
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, Maine Crime, News
Lewiston man admits to defrauding pandemic business loan program
Prosecutors say Shahied Golden got more than $20,000 from the government program aimed at providing small businesses financially affected by COVID-19.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, News
Lewiston to consider setting earlier curfew for juveniles
City ordinance violations come with a civil summons issued to the juvenile’s parent or guardian, and a fine is imposed.
Posted inRiver Valley, Rumford Falls Times
Canton officials assess finances for restoration of historical records, setting tax rate
Town treasurer reports on plans to meet with auditors Monday for budget report.