Lewiston says Auburn has long intended to move ahead with the new ordinances, despite taking part in mediation.
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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Auburn council makes appointments, signals turnover on Planning Board
Three new members will join the Planning Board this year as the board digs into several contentious issues in Auburn.
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After ‘airing dirty laundry,’ Lewiston council agrees to continue talks on mayor’s role
On Wednesday morning, Lewiston Mayor Carl Sheline said that “while sometimes we have differing views about what’s best for our city, the council has my respect and I look forward to putting this behind us and working together for the good of Lewiston.”
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After tense debate, Lewiston council chooses new president
The debate Tuesday highlighted friction among councilors that has continued since last year.
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Legal, policy decisions on Lake Auburn water quality could come soon
The new year could bring a resolution to the lengthy legal battle and communitywide debate over water quality protections at Lake Auburn.
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Auburn PAL Center receives $3 million toward new facility
Significant amounts of federal funding will also go to the YMCA of Auburn-Lewiston; B-Street Community Clinical Services in Lewiston; the city of Lewiston’s canal and riverwalk trail; new facilities for SeniorsPlus and the Lewiston Housing Authority, and more.
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Per Almquist: A passion for creating community
The church pastor and 4th degree black belt in karate explains how the two worlds work toward strengthening community.
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Lewiston council approves stricter ordinance on public camping
The ordinance change, which officials said came in response to safety issues related to homeless encampments, will not go into effect until April 1, 2023.
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Auburn council postpones Planning Board review of homeless shelter zoning
Several people argued that as policymakers, the City Council should decide where and how homeless shelters should be allowed in Auburn.
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Auburn to consider changes to zoning regarding homeless shelters
The City Council is expected to direct the Planning Board to review homeless shelter related uses in zoning districts.