LEWISTON — Seasonal businesses across the area are opening up for the season. Val’s Drive-In at 925 Sabattus St. is among them, posting on social media that it opened Wednesday. Val’s has been a fixture in the city since 1959, serving up its all-American fare with a Maine bent. Owner Chris Lawrence said the menu […]
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Auburn’s Olive Garden to open May 22
The Auburn City Council approved its liquor license last week.
RSU 9 food services reports a significant increase in revenue
Despite rising food cost, Chef Andy Hutchins, Director of Food Services, reported to the Regional School Unit 9 board of directors on Tuesday, Mar. 28, significant profits from the program that are to be invested back into the program.
Sam’s Italian Foods closes Lewiston and Rumford locations
The Sam’s location at 583 Prospect Ave. in Rumford has also closed.
Aroma Joe’s breaks ground in Turner
Franchise owners plan to open the Auburn Road location late this summer.
New Starbucks coming to Lewiston
Also in The Buzz: Aroma Joe’s breaks ground in Turner; Sam’s Italian Foods shutters Lewiston restaurant.
Farmers’ Gate Market opens retail butcher shops in Leeds and Durham
Tractor Supply store coming to Turner; The Cage has reopened under new owners.
Photos: Serving up diverse food at Montello Elementary School
Students and staff put have a culturally relevant taste test during the school’s lunch period.
Dairy Joy ice cream shops get ready to open
Also in the Buzz: Gifford’s Ice Cream on Minot Avenue for sale; Blackie’s Farm Stand growing soon; Cowbell Grill & Tap closing in Lewiston.
Gifford’s Ice Cream will not re-open in Auburn
The ice cream company said the decision not to reopen was made well before the fire at its Skowhegan plant.