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Androscoggin County, Maine, News

Cause of printing press fire in Lisbon still being investigated

by Sun Journal staff report December 9, 2024January 16, 2025

The fire at Dingley Press on Monday morning was safely extinguished and no injuries were reported.

Maine, News

Homeless people are being moved more quickly in Portland, but some have nowhere to go

by Grace Benninghoff December 9, 2024December 9, 2024

The city and social service organizations are struggling to help dozens of individuals sleeping outside who can’t or won’t stay in a shelter, but the mayor says Portland can only do so much.

Business, News

More than 125 miles of aging gas lines replaced in southern Maine

by Stephen Singer December 9, 2024December 8, 2024

Over 14 years, Unitil Corp. installed high-density plastic pipe and made other upgrades that have cut gas leaks and methane escaping into the air.

Lewiston-Auburn, News

Photo Album: See images from Sunday’s holiday parade through Auburn

by Russ Dillingham December 9, 2024December 9, 2024

The Christmas in Auburn parade, tree lighting and Santa Claus visit at Festival Plaza drew hundreds of residents and visitors Sunday.

News

The Week in Photos: Nov. 30-Dec. 6, 2024

by Russ Dillingham, Andree Kehn and Daryn Slover December 8, 2024December 8, 2024

Sun Journal photographers select some of their favorite images from last week.

Lewiston-Auburn, News

Photo Album: Wreaths Across America convoy stops in Lewiston

by Russ Dillingham December 8, 2024December 9, 2024

The convoy is headed to Arlington National Cemetery.

Lewiston-Auburn

Onlookers enjoy first Christmas in Auburn parade in years

by Joe Charpentier December 8, 2024December 9, 2024

Hundreds from around town and beyond enjoyed the first Christmas in Auburn parade since before the pandemic. Ahead of the tree lighting, many enjoyed free hot chocolate and holiday music with friends and family.