LEWISTON — Budget Document Technology, a provider of office technology, donated a new state-of-the-art Konica Minolta C3320i high-resolution multifunction color printer worth $2,294, to Mission Working Dogs. The Oxford-based nonprofit trains service dogs, therapy dogs, and facility dogs for veterans and other individuals with disabilities. It was founded by certified dog trainer Christy Gardner, a […]
Alex Lear
A Maine native and Colby College graduate, Alex has been covering coastal communities since 2001. He lives in the Portland area with his wife Lauren, 4-year-old daughter Alaina, and 7-year-old bulldog Walter. He has released four CDs of original music and does occasional research work for Marvel Comics' collected editions.
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Mara King: Auburn mayor tries to ‘advance his own agenda’
At its Sept. 5 meeting, when the Auburn City Council was considering zoning changes, a citizen came forward to share his opposing view on those changes. When that citizen returned to his seat, Mayor Jason Levesque advised councilors that they should not take legal advice from individuals who are not “admitted to the bar.” Moments […]
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Kristen Cloutier: Vote Parks for Lewiston School Committee
Having previously served on the Lewiston School Committee with Megan Parks, I have seen firsthand her dedication to our students and the city of Lewiston for the last eight years as the at-large member. Megan has worked hard to promote equity, safety and accessibility for all Lewiston Public Schools students and staff, and I’ve no […]
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Michelle Randazzo: Levesque brings vitality, health, wellness to Auburn
As a resident of Auburn, I see the positive impact that Jason Levesque brings to Auburn as mayor. He is committed to the health and wellness of Auburn residents and continues to create events, activities, and opportunities that bring Auburn together as a community. Whether it’s raising money for charity at our summer block party […]
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Cal Thomas: What to do about the crime wave
Of all the explanations for the rise in crime in America, none may be more accurate than the lack of swift and certain punishment.
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New accompanist joins Maine Music Society
A new accompanist, Morgan Lee, has joined the Maine Music Society as it begins its Golden Jubilee Season. Lee has built a career as a soloist, collaborative pianist and teacher. She recently graduated from the University of Connecticut with her Doctor of Musical Arts in piano performance, where she studied with Angelina Gadeliya. Morgan also […]
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Scott Currie: Harmon offers ‘welcome change’ to Auburn
I think Jeff Harmon for mayor of Auburn would be a welcome change. The Lake Auburn watershed is at risk of losing its enviable status as a pure water supply for our community. It is one of a handful of pure water resources left in the entire country that does not require an expensive water […]
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Ed Plourde: Sheline is the mayor Lewiston needs
To me, voting for the right person for mayor is all about character. We need a person who can look at the bigger picture of our community. We need someone who needs to be concerned about the diverse views of everyone regardless of status. We don’t need someone who either merely listens to individuals who […]
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Craig Saddlemire: Sheline shows up for Lewiston
Carl Sheline has shown up again and again for Lewiston, throughout his first term as mayor. He manages to make himself available for almost every community event there is, championing our city and its hardworking citizens. He’s always very accessible, willing to discuss any subject with any constituent at any time. If people take a […]