Voters agreed that money remaining from a 2021 bond for Ferry Road construction can be used for other road projects.
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Lewiston schools seeking $1 million to tackle space crunch
The school department has requested the funds to use for concept designs for a building at 287 Main St. that officials hope will address overcrowding concerns.
Androscoggin County to set budget for new sheriff’s headquarters
Commissioners are expected to take a nonbinding vote next month to determine how much the county is willing to spend on the Center Street facility.
Seppala Siberian nears finish line to be Maine’s state dog
The breed is descended from Togo, who a century ago led a team through the Alaskan wilderness to deliver diphtheria serum to the children of Nome. The dog later lived in Poland Spring.
Bees hard at work as spring flowers bloom
A bee collects pollen on a crocus in Lewiston.
Lewiston looks to extend riverwalk under Longley Bridge
Officials say it’s a critical step in a plan to link Veterans Memorial Park and Simard-Payne Memorial Park, improving connectivity in the riverfront area.
Lewiston schools change Title IX policies to reflect Trump guidelines
Lewiston School Committee was given legal advice to change its Title IX policy back to 2020 rules implemented during the president’s first term.
Neighbors raise concern over 96-unit Gendron proposal in Auburn
A 96-unit housing development that was originally approved in 2022 is back under the microscope.
Mr. Drew and His Animals, Too searching for new location. Again.
Drew Desjardins, owner of the business, announced Monday that he has been told that he needs to leave his spacious spot at the Lewiston Mall by the end of July.
Spring weather draws golfers to Tabers in Auburn
After about 20 years off, Maurice Doyon is getting back into the sport by breaking in a new set of clubs.