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Surprise over tax hike shows public’s apathy

It’s said that the price of liberty is eternal vigilance. But vigilance is impossible unless people make an honest effort to stay informed. We were prepared to deliver a stern rebuke to the uninformed and apathetic this morning, but that would be pointless. That you are reading a newspaper likely shows you are an informed, […]

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Seniors award scholarship

The Lewiston Senior Citizens awards a $500 scholarship to the child or grandchild of one of the group’s members. This year’s recipient is Jacob Boyd, son of Shawn and Melissa Boyd. His grandmother is a member of the Lewiston Senior Citizens. Boyd graduated from Edwards Little High School in June and will enter Central Maine […]

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Well done – Student achievements

GORHAM — Molly Elizabeth Metevier graduated summa cum laude from the University of Southern Maine on May 11 with a bachelor’s degree in sociology. While at the University of Southern Maine, she worked part time with children who have developmental disabilities as a behavioral health professional. She was also a member of the Golden Key […]

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Well done – student achievements

ORONO — Alendra Delia-Anne Harris, daughter of George and Shelley Harris of Auburn, was awarded a degree of Bachelor of Arts in theatre from the University of Maine at Orono on May 11. She is a 2009 graduate of Edward Little High School. — ORONO — Thomas Michael Puiia, son of Tom and Linda Puiia […]

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Bruce B. MacDonald Sr.

1939 – 2013 TURNER — Bruce B. MacDonald Sr., 74, of Turner, died Wednesday, Aug. 7, at his home, with family by his side. Born in Lewiston on June 2, 1939, a son of the late Edward and Lilla Bryant MacDonald, he was educated in Auburn schools and graduated from Edward Little High School in […]

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Briefly

Reunion for Keen descendants SUMNER — Meet and greet the descendants of John and Martha Keen. All Keenes are invited to the 88th annual reunion at A Wrinkle in Thyme Farm from 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 11. Potluck lunch is at noon. The group will move to the pond at 3 p.m. […]