A development team led by David Gendron has said it intends to build a multifamily development of up to 321 units focused on those 55 years and older on an 11-acre parcel off Farwell Street.
Andrew Rice
Staff Writer
Andrew Rice is a staff writer at the Sun Journal covering municipal government in Lewiston and Auburn. He's been working in journalism since 2012, joining the Sun Journal in 2017. He lives in Portland with his wife, daughters and dogs. Andrew is a graduate of the University of Southern Maine in Media Studies.
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Three candidates look to unseat Sheline in race for Lewiston mayor
Four candidates — Jon Connor, Luke Jensen, Joshua Pietrowicz and Carl Sheline — are vying for Lewiston mayor. Find out more about them below in our 2023 candidate profiles.
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Jason Levesque and Jeff Harmon lay out different futures for Auburn
The race in Auburn features a three-term incumbent who has overseen a period of tremendous growth against a newcomer who has led several citizen efforts against the current trajectory of the City Council, and believes a “new direction” is needed.
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L-A This Week
MONDAY, Oct. 2 LEWISTON — School Committee meeting, 5:30 p.m. at The Green Ladle, 156 East Ave. TUESDAY, Oct. 3 LEWISTON — City Council meeting, 6 p.m. in the Council Chamber at City Hall. WEDNESDAY, Oct. 4 AUBURN — School Committee meeting, 6 p.m. in the Council Chamber at Auburn Hall. THURSDAY, Oct. 5 LEWISTON […]
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Lewiston officials identify riverwalk, Simard-Payne park upgrades as priorities
Officials also discussed staff recommendations for encouraging infill development in the area, which officials hope can drive new housing.
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Maine Public Utilities Commission dismisses complaint requesting investigation of Auburn Water District
However, the PUC has requested that the Auburn Water District submit certain information following any updates in the ongoing litigation between the water district and the city of Lewiston.
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Auburn City Council candidate drops out of the race
Ward 3 candidate John Mehrmann has withdrawn his candidacy for City Council, but his name will still appear on the Nov. 7 ballot.
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Lewiston Planning Board in favor of contract zone for potential Farwell Street development
If ultimately approved, developer David Gendron plans a multifamily housing development on the site, with the potential to add more than 300 units.
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Eryn Soule-Leclair announces bid for Lewiston City Council in Ward 5
Soule-Leclair believes that Lewiston must confront the homelessness crisis and addiction epidemic with both compassion and common sense.
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Stefanie Mahr Damien running for Auburn City Council in Ward 5
Her focus will be on Lake Auburn, housing, recycling and protecting natural resources.