James Mannion begged for suboxone for months before dying of a fentanyl overdose 2 years ago. His family says the Cumberland County Jail should have listened.
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Lewiston shoemaker Rancourt & Co. crafts Team USA Olympic shoes for a fourth time
Traditional white suede bucks will be worn for the opening ceremony in Paris.
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Pittston Select Board withholding road commissioner’s pay until he meets to discuss his job performance
Road Commissioner Sam Snow has been at the center of municipal controversy over the past year regarding the services he provides the town.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, Maine Crime
Lewiston and state police investigate 3 shootings, 1 fatal, and respond to public concern
Police Chief David St. Pierre plans to increase patrols in the city’s high crime areas.
Posted inBusiness, Lewiston-Auburn, News, Schools & Education
Lewiston School Department to buy Main Street building
The School Committee voted unanimously to approve the purchase of Central Maine Healthcare’s 287 Main Street building.
Posted inNews, River Valley
Animals reported in burning barn in Peru
The fire was reported at approximately noon on Ada Avenue.
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Four-vehicle crash in Jefferson sends 3 people to hospitals
Three people suffered serious injuries, with one having to be taken by a LifeFlight of Maine helicopter to Maine Medical Center in Portland.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Shop offering sustainable products from local vendors to open Tuesday in downtown Oakland
Neecko Dugas’ business, My Boho Life at 58 Main St., is also expected to offer classes on a variety of topics, including wellness, reflexology and reiki.
Posted inMaine, Maine Crime, News
Cushing man charged with abuse of a corpse as part of death investigation
Maine State Police say a person was found dead Friday, but have not released any information about their identity or how they died.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Maine, News, Sports
Former Colby College hockey player lends her expertise to ‘Inside Out 2’
Tracey Roberts works at Pixar in a different role, but served as consultant on the film because of her in-depth knowledge of the sport.