A woman controlling traffic flow in Lewiston said she stays warm by dressing in lots and lots and lots of layers.
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Shooter and victim met at New Year’s Eve party, Auburn police say
Police said it is likely a man involved in the incident was wounded when one of the teens he was attacking stabbed him with a pocket knife.
Upscale restaurant bon Vivant closes in downtown Lewiston
Owners had hoped to reinvigorate the downtown dining scene.
Livermore Falls to use remaining ARPA funds
An air compressor for the fire department and safety lights for several departments will be purchased with remaining ARPA funds.
Skowhegan animal shelter considers new building amid growing crisis
The Somerset Humane Society has seen a drastic increase in the number of dogs it cares for in recent years.
Maine’s child welfare system still faces ‘enormous pressure,’ watchdog says
Child welfare ombudsman Christine Alberi concluded her 2024 annual report to lawmakers by saying that more improvement is needed in investigating abuse or neglect claims and in reunifying children with families.
Fairfield man struck and killed by tractor trailer on I-95 ramp
State police say it appears the man was trying to cross an off-ramp when he was hit by the truck.
Lisbon man gets 10 years for child porn
Joseph Gibson’s attorney says his client suffers from a chromosomal condition that was treated with testosterone therapy.
Teen Game Night at Lewiston library entertaining and educational
Teen librarian Kyle Breton said Magic: The Gathering card game entertains and develops math and reading skills in a more accessible format.
Muhammad Ali statue to reflect a ‘timeless’ pose for anniversary of bout with Sonny Liston in Lewiston
The statue is well on its way toward being unveiled May 25 to mark the 60th anniversary of Ali’s knockout of Liston at what is now called The Colisée, sculptor Zenos Frudakis said.