The 47-year-old man was found dead at a known encampment off Washington Street.
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In split vote, Auburn councilors move forward with Flock camera funding
Most residents just recently learned the city has been using the license-plate-reading cameras since 2025, prompting some public pushback over their use and city transparency.
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Georgia murder suspect arrested in Auburn
22-year-old Dameon Jaquan Thomas was arrested on a warrant charging him with murder in connection with a shooting in Georgia.
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Auburn families enjoy picture-perfect sledding day
Russ Dillingham captures sledding, smiles and sunshine filling the hills on a Saturday afternoon.
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Auburn to consider funding for license-plate reading cameras
Even if councilors decide to consider the funding in the Police Department’s budget Monday night, it’s still not a sure thing.
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Snowmobiling as an economic driver in Maine faces a bumpy future
Land ownership changes and rising costs are a threat to the riders, clubs and businesses who love and depend on the multimillion-dollar industry.
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Sewer main break closes Auburn’s East Hardscrabble Road; expected to reopen by Friday evening
The break was discovered Friday morning when waste was spilling onto the roadway.
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Special Olympics Maine Games at Auburn’s Lost Valley offers ‘magical’ experience
Before their son was born, Scott and Lisa Wentzell volunteered for the Special Olympics Maine Winter Games. Fifteen years later, it has become a cherished tradition for the family.
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Great Falls Forum focuses on Lost Valley’s inventive past, challenging revival and promising future
Scott Shanaman, co-owner of Lost Valley Ski Area in Auburn, spoke at Thursday’s Great Falls Forum in Lewiston.
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Sun Journal announces new reporter coverage for greater Lewiston
Matthew Jaroncyk has joined the staff as a general assignment reporter covering the region, while veteran reporter Joe Charpentier is taking over coverage of Lewiston city politics, culture and development.