LEWISTON — Courtships can be complicated, and that often leads to some very funny situations. “Beau Jest,” which opens Friday, May 6, on The Public Theatre stage, is just such a show. “This is a really good play for the whole family,” said director Janet Mitchko. “I’ve had a lot of fun putting this together,” […]
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Lewiston animal shelter wins spot in national competition
LEWISTON — The Greater Androscoggin Humane Society in Lewiston has won a spot in the ASPCA 100K Challenge thanks to 5,300 votes from supporters. It is one of 50 animal shelters chosen to participate in the national competition and is the only one from Maine The shelter will compete for up to $300,000 in grants, […]
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Lewiston native promoted to general; will lead state’s Air National Guard
LEWISTON — More than the sun, the speeches or the new stars on his shoulders, the sight of the man in the front row shook Donald McCormack. “I’d like to honor my dad,” McCormack said, lowering his eyes as his voice shrank to a whisper. Dignitaries sat silently as McCormack took a couple of long […]
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VFW appointment
Auburn VFW Post Adjutant Arthur J. Roy of Lewiston has been appointed to the National VFW General Resolutions Committee, according to Richard L. Eubank, national commander-in-chief of the Veterans of Foreign Wars. Roy will be invited to attend the national convention in San Antonio, Texas, Aug. 27 to Sept. 1. Roy is state chief of […]
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National Day of Prayer
The Jesus Party Urban Youth Outreach and the Salvation Army of Lewiston will acknowledge the 60th annual National Day of Prayer on Thursday, May 5, at Jesus Party Headquarters, 291 Bates St., Lewiston. The two inner-city ministries will join millions of people who will unite in prayer at thousands of events from coast to coast. The […]
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Lewiston officials: Parochial busing a matter of safety, money
LEWISTON — The decision about whether the city should continue to pay to bus parochial school students is all about safety, according to Mayor Larry Gilbert and a handful of parents in City Hall on Thursday night. “It’s the safest form of transportation for children to go to school,” Gilbert said during a joint City […]
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Trio of cars crash on Sabattus Street
LEWISTON — Three people were examined for possible injuries Thursday after three cars collided on Sabattus Street. Police said cars driven by Shawn Crehan of New York, Fatuma Odowa of Lewiston and Michell Morin of Lewiston collided just before 4:30 p.m. on Sabattus Street, near North Temple. Police shut down a lane of traffic as […]
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Lewiston Public Library announces programs
LEWISTON — Lewiston Public Library has announced its May program schedule. The Library will be closed on Saturday, May 28, and Monday, May 30, for Memorial Day. Art Van: Art Van is a mobile art program that brings the arts to children. Jamie Silvestri, Program Manager for the ArtVan, will present art projects at the […]
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Lewiston schools holding kindergarten registration
LEWISTON — Lewiston Public Schools will hold kindergarten registration and screening at the following locations. Monday, May 2, 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.: Martel School, 795-4130. Tuesday, May 3, 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.: Farwell School, 795-4110. Wednesday, May 4, 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.: Geiger School, 795-4160. Thursday, May 5, 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 […]
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CareerCenter lists May workshops
LEWISTON — The Lewiston CareerCenter, 5 Mollison Way, continues its monthly programming, including workshops for job seekers and those who are considering training to upgrade their skills to increase employability. Workshops are held at the CareerCenter unless otherwise noted. Career Decision Making: This is a two-part workshop. On Monday, attendees discuss tools used to help […]