A challenge grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities offers a boost for plan that may allow construction to start next year.
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Mini bottles of Fireball Cinnamon don’t contain whiskey, leading to a lawsuit
A recent lawsuit filed against Sazerac, which makes Fireball, claims that the convenience-store version is misleading, because the packaging is almost identical to its boozy older sibling.
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Homeless in Maine: Struggling to survive even with a paying job
Those who interact most closely with the homeless say it’s a misconception that they don’t want to work or try to help themselves.
Posted inCops & Courts, Maine
Maine attorney general says officers were justified in 3 separate shootings
The shootings occurred in Limerick, Lewiston and Newport. The AG’s office has never found an officer-involved shooting in Maine to be unjustified.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, Maine
‘You do not deserve to be treated this way’: Dozens gather for victims of human trafficking
One fact was stressed over and over, and by a variety of speakers at Lewiston’s Dufresne Plaza: Mainers need to get over their denial of the problem before the important work of combating it can begin.
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Lewiston’s Franco Center rebrands as ‘Riverfront Performing Arts and Events’
The organization said its new identity as Riverfront Performing Arts and Events unites its French Canadian heritage with its “location along the riverfront, and the types of activities we host in our venue.”
Posted inBusiness, Lewiston-Auburn, Maine, News
Mr. Drew and His Animals Too plans to grow
Owner Drew Desjardins said the animal rescue center has outgrown its space at the Pepperell Mill, so he is searching for a larger location with better parking and more efficient heating.
Posted inBusiness, Lewiston-Auburn, Maine, Schools and Education
Worried about rising costs, Bates College plans budget cuts
College says its finances remain strong, but ‘serious challenges’ are looming.
Posted inMaine, News
Lewiston man dies after Route 1 crash
Robert Payzant Jr., 55, died on the scene while another motorist was transported to the hospital for non-life threatening injuries.
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Midcoast Symphony Orchestra to perform ‘Favorite Music for All Ages’
Orchestra to perform family-friendly concerts in Topsham and Lewiston with emphasis on children.