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Waterville man injured, Lewiston business destroyed after high-speed chase ends in flames

by Joe Charpentier August 22, 2025August 22, 2025

Lewiston police said the man crashed into M.T. Bottle Redemption on Lisbon Street after leading them on a brief high-speed chase early Friday.

Maine, News

Man seriously hurt in fall from building in Lewiston

by Mark LaFlamme August 21, 2025August 22, 2025

Police said the man was trying to gain entry to the condemned building at 54 Knox St. by climbing to the third floor and searching for unlocked windows.

Business, Maine, News

New Balance Foundation donates more than $1.4 million to Maine nonprofits

by Christopher Wheelock August 21, 2025August 21, 2025

Local grant recipients say the funds are particularly critical now because of federal cuts to Maine programs.

Business, Maine, News

Lewiston rowing enthusiasts say Red Shop building lease could lead to new community venue

by Christopher Wheelock August 21, 2025August 21, 2025

The building on the Androscoggin River near Simard-Payne Memorial Park is envisioned as a possible site for a host of community uses.

Maine, Maine Crime

Teen arrested after police chase in Lewiston

by Joe Charpentier August 21, 2025August 21, 2025

A 17-year-old male was charged after leading police on a chase from Main Street to the intersection of Cedar and Lincoln streets, officials said.

Maine, News, Schools & Education

‘Back to School Bash’ still on as immigrant group pushes back against last year’s violence

by Mark LaFlamme August 20, 2025August 20, 2025

The Friday night event at Mike McGraw Field will feature food, games and back-to-school supplies. Local police have been hired to monitor the event.

Community, Maine, News

Mystery Photo for Aug. 24, 2025

by Russ Dillingham August 20, 2025

Correctly guess where this photo was taken and you could win a $25 Hannaford Supermarket gift card.

Maine, Mark LaFlamme, News

More memories coming down in Lewiston | Column

by Mark LaFlamme August 20, 2025August 20, 2025

Watching the former Sun Journal office building at 40 Pine St. come down this week brought up lots of memories for Mark LaFlamme, and maybe a tear or two.