It is about time that Lewiston had a mayor who has common sense and tells it like it is. Mayor Macdonald is a leader, not a follower. I have to agree with him; people come to Lewiston seeking to get everything free but not to do anything for it. It is laziness, in my opinion. […]
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Lewiston faces tough choices on Casella proposal
The big decision facing the Lewiston City Council in January will be whether it is willing to separate the image of Casella Waste Systems as a landfill operator from its less troubled record for operating recycling centers. The Council received a draft contract from City Manager Ed Barrett recently proposing the city lease an unused […]
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Girls’ hockey: Lewiston lands on St. Dom’s
LEWISTON — The Christmas break certainly feels merrier when it includes a winning streak. The Lewiston girls’ hockey team went into the holiday break Saturday with a fourth straight win, beating St. Dom’s 5-1. “You like taking that Christmas break having some wins under your belt,” said Lewiston coach Ron Dumont. “It’s so much better […]
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Boys’ hockey: Lewiston, St. Dom’s call it a draw
LEWISTON – Earlier in the week Lewiston lived by the late goal, but Saturday night the Blue Devils tied by it. After getting the lead goal with late in the third period, St. Dom’s answered that with their own late tally to earn a 2-2 tie. “We had the game in hand with a couple […]
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Rumford Hospital GEMS 2012 celebrated
RUMFORD — Seven years ago the Central Maine Medical Family developed a program, GEMS, which recognizes clinical staff and clinical support staff for excellence in five areas: clinical excellence, customer service, education and research, leadership and community service. The ultimate goal of the program is to demonstrate commitment to excellence in patient care throughout the […]
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Students invited to take part in Junior Achievement Titan Challenge
STATEWIDE — Junior Achievement is in the midst of planning for the seventh annual JA Titan Challenge on Wednesday, Feb. 13, as part of Maine Entrepreneurship Week. All Maine high schools are invited to participate in this competition, free of charge. Currently 88 teams from 26 Maine High Schools are registered, making this the biggest […]
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Collection for Hurricane Sandy LEWISTON/AUBURN — A special collection to aid Hurricane Sandy victims will be held at all Masses in the Roman Catholic Diocese of Portland on Saturday, Dec. 22, and Sunday, Dec. 23. The proceeds will support the efforts of the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops and Catholic Charities USA as they […]
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Bates exhibits showcase textiles, 19th century prints
LEWISTON — A Maine artist examining humanity’s foibles, a German printmaker of the late 19th century and a contemporary Dutch textile installation artist known for her color sense are represented in winter 2013 exhibitions at the Bates College Museum of Art. Opening with a lecture and reception at 6 p.m. Friday, Jan. 18, is the […]
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Leo R. Bernier
LEWISTON — Leo R. Bernier, 88, of Webber Avenue, Lewiston, died Thursday, Dec. 20, at his residence with his family by his side. He was born in Lewiston, May 9, 1924, the son of the late Rodolphe and Rose (Hardy) Bernier and had been a resident of this community all of his life. On June […]
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Girls’ Basketball: Eddies rain on Devils’ parade
The Red Eddies girls’ basketball team was raining down 3 pointers for much of the first half as EL roared to a convincing 78-39 win over Lewiston. EL hit seven 3’s, from four different players. The Red Eddies also had nine kids get involved in the scoring. “I just love how we’re sharing the ball […]