The School Committee voted to accept the superintendent’s recommendations for returning to school in the fall.
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Lewiston and Auburn police policies reflect reforms from 2020 protests
It’s been a year since Black Lives Matter protests filled the streets of Lewiston and Auburn, sparking calls for action and change.
Bates College seeks to reduce heated interactions between students and campus security
New report on campus safety urges more residential life staffers and greater effort to ease tensions between safety officers and students at the Lewiston college.
‘This is our own little Olympics’: Regatta kicks off first-ever L/A Riverfest
The cities of Lewiston and Auburn partnered with several community organizations to bring two-and-a-half days of riverside festivities to the Twin Cities this weekend, including boat races and music.
Lewiston’s Rancourt & Co. hand-sews 2021 Olympic sneakers for opening, closing ceremonies
“We’re making sneakers for people who are going to be on the world stage.” — President Mike Rancourt.
Youngest state senator eyes challenge to Jared Golden for Maine congressional seat
Trey Stewart of Presque Isle is the second Republican to enter the 2nd District race in hopes of unseating a two-term Democrat.
‘A new lens’: Bates Dance Festival returns to the L-A community
Performers from around the world will attend July 14 to 31.
Lisbon man gets 4-year split sentence for gun charge
Jeremiah Munsey also was sentenced on vehicle burglary and theft charges in Lewiston and Lisbon
Lewiston-Auburn remains a COVID-19 hot spot, data suggests
A total of 23 new COVID-19 cases were reported over the past two weeks.
Unlike courts and businesses, Maine jails remain in pandemic mode
Sheriffs and jail administrators say they are following state corrections and health agencies’ recommendations for COVID-19 safety measures.