AUBURN — Hannaford Supermarkets is donating $100,000 to Good Shepherd Food Bank to support the food bank as it experiences increasing and unprecedented demand during the widening of the COVID-19 global pandemic. It’s part of a $250,000 donation to food banks in Maine, New Hampshire, Massachusetts, Vermont and New York. Additionally, Hannaford is kicking off […]
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Harvard Pilgrim Health Care Foundation donates to Good Shepherd Food Bank
AUBURN — Harvard Pilgrim Health Care Foundation donated $150,000 to Good Shepherd Food Bank for community-based food access. It was part of a regionwide donation of more than $3 million for COVID-19 relief efforts by supporting community and nonprofit organizations in Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts and New Hampshire. As part of its initial $3 million distribution […]
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Another day at the office
Commuter traffic across the kitchen was terrible. There was the wife, for one thing, creeping and crawling in front of me like there was no hurry to do anything anymore. As if she owned the very linoleum on which we strode. Would it kill you to use your blinker, wife? And cats. Cats crossing everywhere, […]
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Central, Western fire departments amend how calls are handled in light of virus
While some cities have enough personal protective equipment, many smaller towns are making protocol adjustments to protect workers.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, Maine Crime, News
Lewiston court brings inmates into courtroom via video
Technology links judges, attorneys and prisoners.
Posted inMaine, News
More grocery stores asking shoppers not to use reusable bags
To reduce the spread of coronavirus, Gov. Janet Mills signs an order delaying a statewide ban on single-use plastic bags until 2021.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, News
Coronavirus updates and cancellations
Regional School Unit 9 postpones budget meetings The Budget Committee meeting scheduled for Thursday, March 26, has been postponed to a date yet to be determined. SAD 58, Phillips, Strong, Kingfield and Salem Township In consideration of social distancing and safety of students and staff, bagged meals will be delivered along all normal bus routes […]
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Portland woman says her loss of smell was first sign of coronavirus infection
Researchers say some patients around the world have experienced a loss of smell and taste, and that’s how a Maine woman knew she was sick.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, News
Lewiston YWCA prioritizing child care for medical professionals
The YWCA has reopened its child care enrollment for parents who must continue to work during the pandemic.