“With a track record of service and a vision for progress, Connor is poised to lead Lewiston with integrity, drive, and a genuine understanding of its people,” a campaign announcement said.
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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Lewiston council wades into debate over youth theater program in schools
A council resolution deemed an ’emergency’ was heavily debated Tuesday after councilors said Lewiston schools should not be working with the youth theater organization Maine Inside Out.
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Lewiston council tables School Committee appointment until after election
The 4-3 vote blocked Mayor Sheline’s appointment of Kristen Cloutier to finish out the term of Ward 4 member Tanya Whitlow, who has resigned.
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Lewiston council extends timeline for Martel School demolition, redevelopment
The council agreed to extend the timeline for the project, but delayed action on a request for additional financial support.
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Luke Jensen announces candidacy for Lewiston mayor
Jensen said he feels compelled to “push for the changes the community is demanding.”
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Auburn council approves new pilot program for recycling
The new pilot program, pitched by Mayor Jason Levesque last week, would roll out a weekly curbside pickup in designated areas, and then compare the results to data from the city’s drop-off location at Auburn Public Works.
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Judge sides with Auburn in appeal against Stable Ridge development
The appeal of the Planning Board’s approval of the second phase of construction was filed in Androscoggin County Superior Court by Auburn resident and mayoral candidate Jeff Harmon.
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Auburn to take up final readings on slate of zoning changes to increase housing
Officials say the T-4.2B zoning will encourage additional housing options while limiting the potential negative impacts of state housing legislation that will take effect in 2024. Not everyone agrees.
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Lewiston officials ‘stuck in the mud’ on transitional housing, shelter zoning
The City Council and Planning Board plan to meet again later this month after city staff struggled to get clear direction on two contentious issues Tuesday.