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J. Ferland: Choice is clear

‘Tis the season for promises to come true. This year, there is a continuing political season in Lewiston. There are two mayoral candidates remaining. One who certainly has an abundance of promises, and one who has a firm grasp of reality. One who wants to be a public figure who will “brighten” up the city, […]

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W. Ferentz: Remember the rain fee

I want to share some information with Lewiston voters before they vote. I am not suggesting who to vote for; that is up to individual voters. I would like to remind people that Mark Paradis, as a city councilor, promoted and supported the rain fee that was forced on all homeowners (except those exempted) in […]

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Amateur Lewiston photographer captures national award

As is often the case with great photos, a Maine entry in the prestigious National Wildlife Federation’s annual photography competition came somewhat by chance. “I shot it back in 2008,” said John Theberge, 53, an amateur photographer from Lewiston. “I have a photo blog, and during summer of 2008, I was featuring roadside wildflowers. One […]

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J. Willson: Sharing Thanksgiving

The Nov. 24 Sun Journal article “Hope House feeds neighbors” has drawn questions. In it, Bruce Willson is quoted as having said, “We’re a community. We’re all neighbors.” He talked of inclusion as he began the meal with a prayer that mentioned God and Allah. “They’re the same guy,” is what he is quoted as […]

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Shop local idea to be aired at Chamber

LEWISTON — An informational meeting about a proposed “buy local” rewards program meant to benefit shopppers and local businesses is set for Thursday, Dec. 8, at 2 p.m. at the Androscoggin County Chamber of Commerce, 415 Lisbon St. According to information from the company behind the program, customers would get a reward card giving them […]

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‘A Christmas Carol’ returning to Public Theatre stage

LEWISTON — The Public Theatre will bring its own version of Charles Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol” to the stage on Dec. 9-11, after taking a year off. TPT’s adaptation, performed by six actors and a fiddler, was developed and written by TPT Artistic Director Christopher Schario in 1993, and has since been published by Dramatists […]

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Out of the Box Theater given recognition

LEWISTON — Out of the Box Theater Company received Honorable Mention for its 2011 production of “Hamlet” at the New England Theatre Conference held Nov. 19 at the Crown Plaza Hotel in Natick, Mass. OOTB, formed three years ago, won the prestigious Moss Hart Memorial Award in 2010 for “Death of a Salesman” and in […]

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Veggies will play Kris Kringle Mingle

LEWISTON — The Veggies will play the fourth annual Kris Kringle Mingle Christmas party from 4 to 9 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 4, at Little Joe’s Bar and Grill. The classic rock band will be set up outdoors under a huge tent for a free concert and dancing. Several heaters will be provided or the show […]