Johnson’s 1964 visit drew what may have been the largest crowd Portland has ever seen. Sixty years later, those in attendance still remember the group’s energy.
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Posted inMaine
Surgeon general visits Maine, encourages social connections to combat isolation
Dr. Vivek Murthy said loneliness is a public health issue just like smoking and obesity.
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Posted inLewiston-Auburn, News
L-A This Week
MONDAY, Sept. 30 LEWISTON — City Council special meeting, 6 p.m. in the Council Chamber at City Hall. Only item on the agenda is an executive session to discuss a personnel matter. TUESDAY, Oct. 1 AUBURN — Appointment Committee meeting, 3:30 p.m. in Room 2024 at Auburn Hall. LEWISTON — City Council workshop and meeting, […]
Posted inNation / World
Israel strikes Hezbollah in a huge blast targeting the militant group’s leader
Israel says its accelerated strikes this week have already inflicted heavy damage on Hezbollah’s weapons capabilities and its fighters.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, Maine Crime, News
Lewiston man admits to defrauding pandemic business loan program
Prosecutors say Shahied Golden got more than $20,000 from the government program aimed at providing small businesses financially affected by COVID-19.
Posted inNation / World
Coast Guard rescues man and his dog stranded off Florida coast
‘We’re just glad that everything worked out,’ said Coast Guard spokesman Eric Rodriguez. ‘This is why we do what we do.’
Posted inElection 2024, Nation / World, Politics, Religion & Values
Jews and Catholics warn against Trump’s latest loyalty test for religious voters
His declaration that he can best protect their freedoms while preemptively blaming some if he loses in November incenses some religious leaders.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, News
Lewiston to consider setting earlier curfew for juveniles
City ordinance violations come with a civil summons issued to the juvenile’s parent or guardian, and a fine is imposed.
Posted inRiver Valley, Rumford Falls Times
Canton officials assess finances for restoration of historical records, setting tax rate
Town treasurer reports on plans to meet with auditors Monday for budget report.
Posted inNation / World
Alabama inmate Alan Eugene Miller executed, second to die by nitrogen gas
Critics have said dying by nitrogen hypoxia is akin to being tortured to death.