Federal prosecutors say they have found no evidence of exploitation at the clandestine marijuana grow houses. Some local law enforcement, anti-trafficking advocates and several grow house workers say otherwise.
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Posted inBusiness, Lewiston-Auburn
Farmers’ Almanac: ‘Brace yourself for a wet winter whirlwind’ in 2025
The latest Farmers’ Almanac is expected to hit the shelves this week and, as always, provide a near-endless supply of tips on everything from gardening by the moon to grating cheese and being prepared for the next power outage.
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Posted inBusiness, Food, Maine
New program to provide free counseling for Maine food industry workers
The Behind You pilot program, funded by a Texas nonprofit and implemented by the clinical students at the University of Maine, will cover up to 200 hours of free counseling in its first year.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, Things to Do
Spyderpig is one of the hot air balloons to lift off at this weekend’s festival
The balloons and pilots you can see Aug. 16-18 at the 2024 Lewiston-Auburn Balloon Festival.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, Things to Do
Tips for watching the hot air balloon launches
What you need to know for the 2024 Lewiston-Auburn Balloon Festival on Aug. 16-18.
Posted inBusiness, Lewiston-Auburn
Working: Jason Davis is a lead engineer at Panolam Surface Systems
Davis, 51, has also been handed the apprenticeship program to oversee. The student has become the teacher, he said, and it is the best part of his job.
Posted inNews, Oxford Hills, River Valley
Woman rescued from Swift River in Byron
An unnamed woman injured her leg after jumping into the Swift River near the Coos Canyon Rest Area.
Posted inHealth, Maine
Group explores ambulance vessels as part of solution to island care crisis
Ambulance boats, which are common in countries like Norway, would function as floating mini hospitals.
Posted inRiver Valley, Rumford Falls Times
Canton Select Board approves $85,000 to buy town truck
The Select Board approved spending up to $85,000 to purchase a 2024 Ford F550 for the town’s Highway Department during their meeting in the Town Office meeting room on Wednesday.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn
Photo Album: On the road, grass or dirt again
More than 200 bicyclists competed Sunday on mixed-surface roads through New Gloucester, Pownal and Auburn.