The musical about Lewiston’s history will be performed at Lewiston Middle School for the next two weekends starting Thursday.
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Doctor testifies during New Gloucester mother’s case against Mid Coast medical provider
Dr. Danielle Salhany, a gynecologist at Mid Coast Medical Group, was one of the last doctors to treat 15-year-old Jasmine Vincent before she died. Salhany says her role was limited.
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Maine students vote in first mock referendum election
At Morse High School in Bath, one of the 78 schools that participated in Tuesday’s mock election, students said they felt informed about the red flag referendum, less so about the voter ID proposal.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Maine
Karmo Sanders, Maine’s ‘Marden’s Lady,’ dies at 74
A playwright, teacher and performer, she delighted audiences with her over-the-top yet relatable bargain-hunting character in TV ads for the Maine salvage chain.
Posted inMaine, News
Maine joins 24 states suing Trump administration over expected lapse in SNAP benefits
The federal food assistance benefits are expected to be suspended starting Nov. 1 due to the ongoing federal government shutdown.
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SUV, tractor-trailer collide on state Route 4 in Farmington
A line of debris including a wheel of an SUV lined the road between the truck and the vehicle.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Lewiston-Auburn restaurants offer free food with SNAP on hold
The government shutdown means federal food assistance will not be paid in November, affecting 41 million recipients across the U.S.
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Here’s where to vote and what issues are on the local ballots in western Maine
In addition to state referendums, there will be additional ballot questions in communities from Rangeley to Rumford to Paris.
Posted inLocal News, Maine, Rumford Falls Times
Old School Food Pantry in Mexico preparing for influx after SNAP suspension
A large increase in food pantry usage is anticipated after the program once known as food stamps goes unfunded Nov. 1.