Local police agencies are grappling with a new protocol established by the Office of the Maine Attorney General that calls on authorities to not charge homeless people with minor crimes but instead focus on connecting them with service providers who may be able to help.
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Auburn mayor backs area lawmakers’ bill to exempt new density rules for lots around Lake Auburn
Lewiston state Sen. Peggy Rotundo has sponsored a bill to exempt house lots around drinking water sources like Lake Auburn from a new law requiring greater housing density.
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Auburn college to offer free multi-language learner welding academy
AUBURN — The Workforce and Professional Development Office at Central Maine Community College is offering a free Welding Academy training. Focused on multi-language learners, the training is scheduled for 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, May 22 to June 16, at 1250 Turner St. Information and links to register for the program are […]
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Auburn man gets more than 4 years as leader in pot growing conspiracy
Along with other drug traffickers operating under the guise of the Maine Medical Marijuana program, Brian Bilodeau’s enterprise netted more than $9 million over four years, a prosecutor says.
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First Universalist Church of Auburn honors Caring Web members
The First Universalist Church of Auburn recently presented its Rose Window award to Merry Carver of Lewiston and Diane Chasse of Auburn in recognition of their outstanding service to the congregation. Carver and Chasse have both impacted the community with their compassion and care as active members of the Caring Web. In their long-standing dedication […]
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Community Little Theatre’s musical ‘Little Women’ is a big hit
The Auburn theater’s musical adaptation of the classic story is a ‘a stunning all-around professional production.’
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, Maine Crime, News, River Valley
Murder suspect in Lewiston shooting held without bail
A Rumford man charged with felony murder in connection with a fatal shooting in Lewiston in October is offered bail.
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River Comics to host pair of comedy shows this weekend
The River Comics Comedy Productions will host two stand-up comedy shows this week in the Great Falls Comedy Club at Craft Brew Underground. Host Nick Gordon brings five hilarious comedians to the stage for the 6×10 show at 7 p.m. on Friday, April 28. Scott MacNeil, Crystal Bernard, Lloyd Sharp, Paul Borik, and Nick Hahn […]
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Program offers homebuilding opportunities in Lewiston, Auburn
Community Concepts, Inc. is recruiting applicants for its new Built By Me Program, providing residents the opportunity to build a new home in Lewiston or Auburn. Participants will construct their homes in a group with other participating families. CCI staff will provide support through the process every step of the way, from securing a mortgage […]
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Photo: Pas de bourrée toward recital
Students rehearse Monday night at the The Dance Center in Auburn.