Students who graduate in the Class of 2024 and 2025 are now eligible for the program.
Lewiston-Auburn
Lewiston looking to delay timeline for using Bates Mill No. 5 cleanup grant
It would be the second time the city has sought an extension of the federal funds. The cleanup needs to occur before any potential redevelopment.
Low vacancies in Lewiston-Auburn have some renters feeling priced out
A vacancy rate of essentially zero means there is no room for mobility for renters facing rent increases or evictions, leaving people priced out. Officials say rent control isn’t the answer, more housing is.
Lewiston, Auburn hit 10-year high for number of homeless students
Other school districts in central and western Maine counted a higher-than-average number of homeless students.
Lewiston practice offers neurofeedback therapy to treat traumatic brain injuries
For Maureen Giles, this therapy has drastically improved her life.
Auburn police investigate case of German woman missing since 2021
Celeste Doghmi, 29, was last seen in the Auburn area at the end of July 2021.
Downtown Lewiston business owner says city is ignoring worsening conditions, hurting her business
Billie-Jayne Cooke said she’s seeing more homeless people, drug users, trash and human feces on and near her property now than ever before.
Lewiston council denies permit for Church of Safe Injection barbecue
A statement from the Church of Safe Injection said it’s ‘evident’ from listening to the councilors who voted to deny the permit that ‘there is considerable confusion about our organization and what we do.’
Owners of Auburn-based Strainrite Companies acquire Belfast Bay Brewing
Lobster Ale’s future as Maine craft brew legacy ensured with purchase of one of state’s original craft breweries.
Lewiston council denies license for Park Street shelter proposal
In a 5-2 vote, councilors said a lack of funding cast doubt on the shelter operators’ ability to meet the requirements of the license they were seeking.