MONDAY, Feb. 10 LEWISTON — Finance Committee meeting, 5:30 p.m. in the Public Works Department conference room, 103 Adams Ave. LEWISTON — Planning Board meeting, 5:30 p.m. in the council chamber at City Hall. TUESDAY, Feb. 11 AUBURN — Appointment Committee meeting, 4:30 p.m. in Room 204 at Auburn Hall. AUBURN — Age-Friendly Community Committee […]
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News and information from Lewiston and Auburn from the Sun Journal.
Auburn artist and educator uses life-saving power of art to inspire students
Matthew Peinado’s current exhibit at USM-LAC is titled ‘Connections,’ which also describes his goal of connecting his students to the transformative nature of art.
New program connects Lewiston tech center students with local employers
The Experiential Learning Opportunities program at Lewiston Regional Technical Center offers students hands-on experience in fields such as medical sciences, automotive tech, and culinary arts.
Lewiston native leads Wreaths Across America’s communications team
Face time: Amber Caron is the communications director for the Maine company known nationally for placing wreaths on veterans’ graves each year.
Bates Puddle Jump 2025 marks 50th anniversary with a splash
50th annual Puddle Jump at the Lewiston College.
Rumford man sentenced to prison time, restitution for tax evasion
Jeffrey Richard, owner of Black Bear Industrial Inc. is to spend a year in federal prison and pay nearly $1 million in restitution.
Lewiston approves contract for new administrator Bryan Kaenrath
The Waterville city manager and former legislator said a top priority is creating ”a real sense of hope, optimism and momentum in the community.” Kaenrath’s starting salary will be $180,000.
Former Auburn barbershop owner indicted on tax fraud charges
Former FreshCutz owner Thierry Musese was indicted Wednesday on dozens of charges stemming from alleged false tax preparations.
Snow blankets Lewiston on Thursday
At least 4 inches fell in Lewiston, according to the National Weather Service.
Auburn hires David Hediger as its new planning director
Hediger was the former longtime planning and code enforcement director in Lewiston, whose departure last year sparked an ongoing controversy that ultimately led to the city administrator’s resignation.