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Lewiston-Auburn, News

Photos: Rangeley greens take shape in Auburn shop

by Russ Dillingham November 13, 2024November 14, 2024

Auburn greenhouse churns out 850 wreaths for holidays.

Business, Lewiston-Auburn

Photo Album: See the new lift towers going up Lost Valley slopes

by Russ Dillingham November 13, 2024November 13, 2024

The eight towers will form the structure of Lost Valley’s third double chairlift. It replaces the old T-bar and will service the left, or south side of the mountain up over Coyote trail.

Business, Lewiston-Auburn, Local & State

Auburn’s Lost Valley invests $1 million with a 3rd ski lift

by Christopher Wheelock November 13, 2024November 14, 2024

The new lift is being installed this week in time for ski season. The goal is to extend the season, thin out crowds and open up more of the south face of the mountain to skiers.

Lewiston-Auburn, News, Schools & Education

Auburn reaches agreement with ed techs, secretaries for new contract

by Frida Zeinali November 12, 2024November 12, 2024

The new tentative agreement between the school district and about a 100 of its staff outlines 3 percent raises for each year, plus new paid lunch breaks, a 3-day bereavement leave and other improved benefits.

Community, Connections

Lost Valley to hold Pre-Season Rail Jam event Nov. 22

November 12, 2024November 8, 2024

AUBURN — Lost Valley, in partnership with the Lost Valley Competition Program, is set to host a Pre-Season Rail Jam from 5-9 p.m. Friday, Nov. 22, at 200 Lost Valley Road. This event brings the freestyle energy of snow sports to the mountain before the official season begins, offering snowboarders and skiers a chance to […]

Health, Local & State, News

As the EPA sets new standards for lead dust exposure, Maine continues work to eradicate poisoning

by Gillian Graham November 12, 2024November 11, 2024

The number of Maine children with elevated levels of lead in their blood has dropped significantly, but state and local officials say there is still a lot of work to be done to remove hazards from older housing.