Lewiston officials, police to hold forums on public safety

The discussions come in response to increased questions from the public regarding safety following the Knox Street shooting that left two dead.

Lewiston hotel to temporarily house some asylum seekers from Portland Expo

192 people are still at the Portland Expo shelter and will need to find housing before Thursday.

Lewiston School Committee updates policy on staff engaging in political activities

The committee approved the changes with no discussion.

Asylum seekers in Portland Expo will move to hotels in Lewiston, Freeport

The city's spokeswoman said Tuesday that it has contracted with a hotel in Lewiston, in addition to one in Freeport, to house asylum seekers starting Wednesday.

Basilica tours to return during Great Falls Balloon Festival Aug. 19, 20

Civil War battlefields topic of Aug. 17 historical society talk

Great Falls Balloon Festival Schedule for 2023

Entertainment will feature new nonprofit food booths, a diverse group of craft and trade vendors and many new live performers on stage at Simard-Payne Memorial Park.

Great Falls Balloon Festival parade will start at 11 a.m. Saturday

The parade will go down Main Street in Auburn from the Elm Street intersection across Longley Bridge into Lewiston, down Lincoln Street and up Chestnut Street ending at the Mill Street intersection.

How to best enjoy the Great Falls Balloon Festival on the ground

The festival this weekend allows visitors to share the field with the balloon crews getting ready for launch. Keep these tips and safety measures in mind.

Lewiston School Committee approves funding for learning academies

The superintendent hopes the new approach will 'grab them' and 'initiate them.'