The city has received hundreds of thousands of dollars in the last several years from opioid lawsuit settlement payouts.
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Lewiston warming center wraps up its first year: ‘It can make all the difference in the world’
Up next for Kaydenz Kitchen: The city’s first full homeless shelter.
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Water damage shuts down Poland Community School
The school is closed for a third day as crews work to repair the building, according to Regional School Unit 16 officials.
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Iran updates: Iranians express cautious optimism after a 2-week ceasefire deal reached
Iran, the United States, and Israel have reached a deal for a two-week ceasefire. Tehran says it will negotiate with the U.S. in Islamabad starting Friday.
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Franklin County to conduct collaborative process with budget committee prior to setting budget
The move goes against state law that commissioners set a budget and send it to the budget committee.
Posted inCommunity, Guides, Maine, News
Birds nesting in harm’s way, or in your way? Here’s some tips.
It’s illegal to move a wild bird nest with eggs in it, even on your property, so experts advise prevention and patience.
Posted inMaine, News
A year of Trump’s immigration enforcement in Maine, in 5 charts
New data reveal more about the Trump administration’s strategies and the scope of enforcement.
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Turner senior sets up fundraising 5K for young skier hurt on Black Mountain
All proceeds from the May 31 event will go toward the family of Eli Leavitt, who was injured March 8 in Rumford.
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Danville Junction Grange hosts Open House | Sun Spots
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Danville Junction Grange, 15 Grange St. in Auburn, cordially invites the public to its annual Open House on Sunday, April 19, from 1-4 p.m. There will be a 50/50 raffle, free refreshments and door prizes drawn every hour. In addition, there will be activities for the children, such as rock painting, Hot […]
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With full staff of officers, Rumford police better positioned, chief says
The Select Board’s approval of Patrolman Trenton Rand brings the roster to 15 police officers, putting emphasis on ‘teamwork, community engagement and officer wellness.’