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MONDAY, Sept. 9 LEWISTON — School Committee meeting, 5:30 p.m. at The Green Ladle, 156 East Ave. LEWISTON — Finance Committee meeting, 5:30 p.m. at the Public Works conference room, 103 Adams Ave. LEWISTON — Planning Board meeting, 5:30 p.m. in the Council Chamber at City Hall. TUESDAY, Sept. 10 AUBURN — Appointment Committee meeting, […]
Lisbon Water Department issued a violation after arsenic testing results released by Maine CDC
Water is safe to drink in Lisbon but officials from the Maine CDC’s Drinking Water Program and the Maine Rural Water Association remain in Lisbon to ensure the safety of the public drinking water supply.
Lewiston-Auburn Greek Festival returns ‘steady’ to region
Between the treasures and the food, there’s something for everyone at the festival, which runs until Saturday.
Man in custody after brief standoff with Lewiston police
Police were called to the area of Blake and Oak streets shortly before 5:30 p.m. for a report of a man acting strangely in the area.
Lisbon councilors send $6 million school bond request to voters
Voters will decide the issue in November.
State police destroy suspicious case found inside new Rumford Fire Station
The package was x-rayed and revealed wires, tools, a stapler and components that could carry the possibility of an explosive device within, said Rumford Fire Chief Chris Reed.
Updated health advisory on bacteria affecting juvenile pigs raises concerns
Durham rancher says he’s concerned about the source of the bacteria and what the state is going to do moving forward.
Judge denies Auburn man’s request to suppress statements in Poland slayings
Aldrich, 47, is scheduled to go on trial Monday for the deaths of two people, including a Lewiston teen last year.
Commissioners upgrade Androscoggin County sheriff’s equipment, address safety
Patrol Division will receive better body armor, ballistic helmets, night-vision goggles and guns with aimpoint optics.