Homeowners were originally slated to see a 20-cent increase.
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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State, federal officials gather in Lewiston for Choice Neighborhoods groundbreaking
Speakers at the “Wedgewood” groundbreaking included Gov. Janet Mills and U.S. Sen. Susan Collins, who played a role in securing the $30 million federal grant that will replace distressed housing and fund neighborhood services.
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Lewiston council tables final reading on public field access
Officials said after a well-attended public meeting on the subject last week, ideas such as a volunteer organization and/or a paid staff position to help look after the fields have been discussed.
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Lewiston council signals support for Ramada transitional housing despite concerns over process
Even with a majority of the council on board, the project appears to have a city ordinance hurdle to jump.
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Lewiston council president Linda Scott not seeking reelection
Scott, the Ward 1 councilor who is also the council’s representative on the School Committee, posted a video over the weekend endorsing the candidacy of current Planning Board member Joshua Nagine.
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Lewiston council to hold workshop on Ramada Hotel housing proposal
Affer a presentation to officials Tuesday, the council will discuss Lewiston Housing’s potential purchase.
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L-A This Week
TUESDAY, July 18 AUBURN — Auburn Sewer District trustees meeting, 4 p.m. at 268 Court St. LEWISTON — City Council workshop and meeting, 6 p.m. in the Council Chamber at City Hall. WEDNESDAY, July 19 AUBURN — Auburn Water District trustees meeting, 4 p.m. at 268 Court St. AUBURN — School Committee meeting, 6 p.m. […]
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Tim Cowan running for Ward 2 city councilor in Auburn
A Bates College grad, Cowan is the director of Community Health Surveillance and Evaluation at MaineHealth.
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Lewiston looking to delay timeline for using Bates Mill No. 5 cleanup grant
It would be the second time the city has sought an extension of the federal funds. The cleanup needs to occur before any potential redevelopment.
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Lewiston Planning Board approves development review for apartment complex on Pine Street
The redevelopment will demolish both buildings on the block, including the former bank and Sun Journal office at 40 Pine St.