DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Lewiston-Auburn Optimist Club, the Tri-Town Optimist Club, and the Gray-New Gloucester Optimist Club are each sponsoring an essay contest on the topic “How my Acts of Service Help Me Understand what my Community Means to Me. ” Each club winner will win $100 and advance to the district contest, where the […]
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Maine enacted a law on ticket resale to protect consumers. How does it work?
The law prohibits selling speculative tickets, using bots and charging exorbitant fees for resale services.
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Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Maine adopts tougher limits on PFAS in drinking water
The new forever chemical standards follow federal limits set by Biden-era regulators.
Posted inMaine, News
Auburn planning director leaves for state position
David Hediger worked in code enforcement in Lewiston for 25 years before moving across the river in 2025.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Federal government expands disaster relief for Maine businesses hurt by drought
Entities in York County can now apply for low-interest loans from the Small Business Administration, while eligibility has been extended backward for businesses in 11 other counties.
Posted inMaine, News
Lewiston police chief, city administrator to hold ‘leadership and safety’ forum this week
The free event is scheduled from noon to 1 p.m. Jan. 15 at Callahan Hall in the Lewiston Public Library.
Posted inMaine, News, Politics
State Sen. Joe Baldacci officially enters 2nd Congressional District race
After months of speculation, the Bangor Democrat announces his run for the closely contested and highly watched seat.
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Kingfield Cares working on plans for withdrawal from school district
The Kingfield Cares School Options Committee is developing a draft school withdrawal plan using Maine Department of Education guidance and plans to share it once more details are finalized.
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Livermore Falls weighs possible moratorium on cannabis businesses
At its Jan. 6 meeting, the Select Board said current fees will stay the same while it reviews the cannabis ordinance.
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What does the new childhood vaccine schedule actually mean for your family?
Officials say not much will change. Experts aren’t so sure.