Iman Osman, who was indicted on two gun-related charges, said through his attorney he ‘has no plans to step down from public office.’
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Lewiston City Council may censure 2 members for using private messaging app
The communications were discovered during the investigation into former police Detective Joe Philippon, who resigned this month.
Lewiston narrowly votes down request to divest from weapons manufacturers
Councilor Josh Nagine, who brought the proposal forward, argued Lewiston shouldn’t be profiting off companies that produce ‘collateral damage’ locally and abroad.
Lewiston shelter effort at risk of losing $2.5 million in state funding
The lack of a location for the shelter and a shortage of operating funds has put critical financing from MaineHousing in jeopardy.
Lewiston council delays vote on needle exchange ordinance
The decision came after a lengthy debate and testimony from service providers, recovery advocates and business owners about whether needle exchange programs should be regulated locally.
State asks Lewiston to change needle exchange proposal
A proposal under consideration by the City Council would limit needle exchanges to one-for-one. The state said it would be detrimental to harm reduction efforts.
Lewiston eyes removing all meters as part of downtown parking overhaul
A proposal developed with business owners would remove all 215 coin-operated parking meters in the city and make municipal garages free for the first two hours.
Lewiston reduces tax impact before budget vote
The City Council will vote next week on a budget that would increase the tax rate by $1, to $32.77 per $1,000 of assessed valuation.
Lewiston looks to find savings ahead of budget vote
City staff and administration is against using the ‘rainy day fund’ to lower next year’s budget, which as of last week would increase the tax rate by $1.29.
Lewiston looks to extend riverwalk under Longley Bridge
Officials say it’s a critical step in a plan to link Veterans Memorial Park and Simard-Payne Memorial Park, improving connectivity in the riverfront area.