Lewiston-Auburn
News and information from Lewiston and Auburn from the Sun Journal.
The biggest Sun Journal stories of 2024 include the highs and lows
Reflecting both the lows and the highs of the year, we highlight the area’s biggest news stories of 2024.
Witness describes ‘extremely powerful gunshots’ in Lewiston shooting Tuesday
One woman said that after a volley of gunfire on Walnut Street, the shooting continued on Blake Street as the shooters scattered in several directions.
Donated Auburn house set ablaze for firefighter training
Cote Crane donated the house for the Auburn Fire Department to use for training exercises. “We don’t get these opportunities very often,” said Deputy Fire Chief Matt Fifield.
A peek inside Picker House Lofts offers a look at revitalization in Lewiston
Starting the first week in January, the new apartments — a mixture of workplace and market-rate units — will start welcoming new tenants.
Sabattus hires interim police chief
David Kurz, police chief in Durham, New Hampshire, of 24 years, will serve temporarily as chief at the Sabattus Police Department.
Andwell Health Partners to scale back in-home pediatric services amid financial deficit
It is the latest local health care provider to scale back services amid reported financial losses, impacting some of the most vulnerable patients.
Lewiston shooting victim recovering as investigation continues
Police on Wednesday released an array of photos showing parts of the Tuesday shooting that left 36-year-old Mickiel James with serious injuries.