The Lewiston High School Mock Trial Team defeated Cape Elizabeth High School in the statewide high school mock trial final competition, held Dec. 8 at the Capitol Judicial Center in Augusta. Mock Trial is an academic competition in which students assume the roles of attorneys and witnesses in conducting a criminal trial. In this year’s […]
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Photo Album: Skate with Santa Sunday
Young and old come out to skate with Santa Claus at the annual event in Lewiston.
Photo Album: Gathering at basilica for police, rescue and medical workers involved in mass shooting
A dinner for service personnel — medical, rescue and law enforcement — along with their families, was hosted Friday at the Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul in Lewiston.
Boston Celtics honors Greene woman as Hero Among Us
Meghan Hutchinson of Greene recently was honored by the Boston Celtics as a Hero Among Us. During October’s mass shooting in Lewiston, Hutchinson’s quick reflexes and bravery undoubtedly saved lives. While the Greene resident was at her daughter Zoey’s bowling practice at Just-In-Time Recreation, Hutchinson heard the distressing sound of gunshots, and immediately guided Zoey […]
UMaine at Farmington recognizes students for research projects
The University of Maine at Farmington has announced its Fall 2023 Michael Wilson scholars and fellows and their research projects. This semester’s student researchers includes Katherine Berube from Houlton, Riley Boucher from Williston, Vermont; Shaina Fusco from Reading, Massachusetts; Sadie Gray from Saco, Gillean Hamilton from Euclid, Ohio; Rain Smith from Eliot, Sean Tenney from […]
Lewiston youth council launches ‘Dream Project’
The Lewiston Youth Advisory Council’s latest project, “The Dream Project … You Can Reach Your Dreams Not Only in Your Sleep,” is a multi-faceted project to encourage local youth to develop goals, aspirations, and dreams for their future. The council was established by the Lewiston City Council in 2001 to provide a means for youth […]
Photo Album: Wreaths Across America convoy honors veterans in Lewiston
Five of the 13 trucks in the convoy stopped Monday morning at Veterans Memorial Park.
UMaine Farmington community aims to brighten holiday season
University of Maine at Farmington students, faculty and staff look to brighten the holiday season for children and families in the greater Farmington area. Multiple charitable giving opportunities are being sponsored by the university and area non-profit organizations to help members of the community have a warmer and happier holiday. In its 18th year, the […]
Adam Ezra Group plans concert with Hayley Reardon in Waldoboro
The Adam Ezra Group, with special guest Hayley Reardon, will take the stage at 7 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 16, at The Waldo Theatre, 916 Main St. in Waldoboro. Working outside the confines of the traditional music industry, Ezra and his bandmates Corinna Smith (fiddle), Alex Martin (drums), Poche Ponce (bass), built a community of fans […]
Sabattus running club to hold Jingle Jog Dec. 16
The Sabattus Rec Running Club plans to hold its annual Jingle Jog at 10 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 16, starting at the town’s mini mall on Sabattus Road. The free jog/walk event aims to spread cheer through the Sabattus Village area, as participants wear festive clothing, lights, and maybe some bells on local streets, according to […]