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USM president to staff, students: ‘We need you’
LEWISTON — One day before Dr. Glenn Cummings will be inaugurated the 13th president of the University of Southern Maine, a major university event with academic regalia, Cummings came to Lewiston to talk about the vital role higher education has for workers. A former state legislator and University of Maine at Augusta president, Cummings’ message […]
Krispy Kreme taking its sweet time: Auburn opening pushed to May
The opening of Krispy Kreme’s new Center Street location has been pushed back to spring, according to city officials. “The owner of Krispy Kreme said they are now hoping for a May opening,” Doug Greene, the city’s urban development and grant administrator, said Thursday. The target opening had been the end of the year. Earthwork on […]
George Mitchell speaking at Friday’s College Day
AUBURN — Friday is College Day in Androscoggin County — a day when teachers share their college experiences with students and people wear their favorite college shirts, hats or pins on the job. Friday is also the annual College Day luncheon at 11:30 a.m. at the Hilton Garden Inn. Awards will be given to students […]
Coming to Auburn: burlesque, fondue and bacon
AUBURN — Most of us would agree that the world could use more bacon. Add fondue and burlesque dancing and you’ve got a sizzling trifecta of enjoyment. Business owners Marcus Verrill and Joe Richards plan to bring all three to Auburn as they prepare to open side-by-side businesses on Court Street. “We are opening two completely […]
Lewiston-Auburn holiday celebration a go; weather forecast not so hot
AUBURN — It isn’t looking a lot like Christmas this weekend, but the Twin Cities Holiday Celebration is still a go. At least, most of it. Organizers of the Saturday event are monitoring the weather and hoping for the best. Rain is a possibility Saturday. Jasmine McLoughlin, programs and events coordinator for the city of Auburn, […]
Video: Black Friday! It’s 12:01 a.m., it’s Auburn and it’s on!
AUBURN — There’s being first in line at Wal-Mart on Black Friday, fronting a line so long it took more than nine minutes to surge through the door at midnight. Then there’s being at the head of that line for 10 years in a row. And for that, you’ve got to be Carolee Taylor. She […]
Avant-Garde paint bar to close; Wal-Mart gas will be back
This week in the Buzz: Sad news for Avant-Garde paint bar, good news for Saddleback ski resort, uncertain news for employers (and employees) and have no fear — Wal-Mart’s gas station is coming back. Back in August, attorney Michael Malloy of The Malloy Firm in Auburn gave chamber members a primer on why they ought […]
St. Dom’s gives thanks for grandparents, lays future plans
AUBURN — Family generations came together Wednesday as St. Dominic Academy welcomed grandparents to the school. During a special Mass, the school community thanked grandparents for their support, celebrated Thanksgiving and announced learning changes in the school. The celebration was led by Maine Bishop Robert Deeley, who encouraged those attending to remember the meaning of […]
Site selection on track for new high school in Auburn
AUBURN — A building committee has officially been formed and site selection continues for the new Edward Little High School building, according to Auburn Superintendent Katy Grondin. The monthly Auburn Democratic Committee meeting Tuesday featured Grondin and Auburn School Department Business Manager Jude Cyr as guest speakers to share updates on the new high school […]