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Public Theatre cancels upcoming productions
The Public Theatre in Lewiston, after careful consideration, has made the difficult decision to postpone the production of “Middletown” until next season. The co-production with Maine State Music Theatre of “I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change” as well as the children’s show, “The Headless Horseman of Sleepy Hollow” have also been canceled. The Public […]
Bates College cancels its traditional commencement this year
Faced with the threat of COVID-19, the college plans to hold a virtual graduation ceremony online instead May 31.
St. Mary’s revises coronavirus sick leave policy after criticism from employees
Nurses at St. Mary’s Regional Medical Center had complained about a requirement that they use their own earned time off if they had to quarantine themselves for 14 days after a potential coronavirus exposure.
Kudos: Auburn volunteers getting meals out to those in need
A slew of volunteers in Auburn have been working long hours to make sure families are staying fed during the pandemic.
Police log
Androscoggin County • Nathan Locke, 25, of Casco, on a charge of violating conditions of release, 12:45 p.m. Sunday, at 9 Boat Hill Road in Poland. Auburn • Craig Morrissette, 44, of Auburn, on a charge of domestic violence assault, 12:07 a.m. Sunday, on Court Street.
Police log
Androscoggin County • Tina Lizotte, 45, of Sabattus, on a charge of domestic violence assault, 7:31 p.m. Friday at 42 Elm St. in Sabattus.
VIDEO: Getting around Lewiston-Auburn amid coronavirus precautions
A series of photos and videos from around Lewiston-Auburn.
Bates professor leads effort to print coronavirus protective gear
Personnel at Bates, Colby and Bowdoin colleges are working together to use 3-D printers to make visors for face shields needed by medical staff and first responders.
Lewiston to name new city manager
The City Council is expected to authorize the mayor to execute an agreement with Denis D’Auteuil to serve as the city’s new manager.