Friends of Merrymeeting Bay leaders argue that decades of water quality data and state law demand the change.
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Lisbon Credit Union announces winners of $2,500 scholarships
Lisbon Credit Union recently announced the recipients of its annual Rochel “Russ” Livernois Memorial Scholarship program, including three Lisbon High School Class of 2025 graduates. Four $2,500 scholarships were awarded to outstanding local high school seniors. This year’s winners have demonstrated exceptional academic achievements, community involvement and a strong commitment to pursuing higher education. “We […]
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State says Androscoggin River water quality does not warrant upgrade
Years of improved water quality and strong advocacy could not sway Maine’s DEP to recommend a reclassification for the stretch from Rumford to Lisbon.
Posted inMaine, News, Schools and Education
Lisbon voters overwhelmingly reject school budget
Residents voted Tuesday on a proposed $21.27 million school budget that contained a nearly 8% property tax increase.
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Lisbon considers painful cuts to services to address tax hike
“There’s no way to fix this without causing some misery down the line,” council Chairman Fern Larochelle said.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, Maine, News
Lisbon residents decry 11% town budget hike: ‘We can’t afford this’
Townspeople spoke for nearly an hour last week about their dissatisfaction with the proposal, which is made worse by an error by town officials last year.
Posted inCops & Courts, Lewiston-Auburn, Maine, News
Illegal firearm purchases in Maine feeding gun trafficking across U.S.
In places like Lewiston, a sharp rise in gun violence begs the question: How many firearms are acquired by people lying about who the gun is for?
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Lisbon man, 33, dies after falling out of a boat on Cobbosseecontee Stream
Chadd Brewin, 33, suffered an apparent medical event while fishing with his father-in-law.
Posted inDo This, Maine
Moxie Festival to go Hawaiian this year
Plans include luau-inspired events along with traditional favorites during the three-day July festival.
Posted inTimes Record
Lisbon credit union raises over $23,000 to end hunger
Lisbon Community Federal Credit Union and its members raised $23,260.70 for the Campaign For Ending Hunger last year. Funds were recently distributed to Lisbon Area Christian Outreach of Lisbon Falls ($17,445.52) and St. Mary’s Food Pantry of Lewiston ($5,815.18). Both organizations support the ongoing mission of feeding those facing food insecurity. The Campaign For Ending […]