Friends of Merrymeeting Bay leaders argue that decades of water quality data and state law demand the change.
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Lisbon council sends defeated school budget back to voters
The original budget was rejected by a 70-30 margin when presented to voters last month.
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Posted inAndroscoggin County, Maine, News
Two Lisbon councilors targeted for recall; one resigns
Jeremy Barnard has resigned, while Fern Larochelle, council chairman, has asked for an external review of the charges against him.
Posted inAndroscoggin County, Maine, News
Pool chemicals injure resident, prompt hazmat response in Lisbon
Littlefield Road was closed between Crowley and King roads Friday after emergency personnel responded to a hazardous material incident, said officials.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, Maine, News, River Valley
State says Androscoggin River water quality does not warrant upgrade
Years of improved water quality and strong advocacy could not sway Maine’s DEP to recommend a reclassification for the stretch from Rumford to Lisbon.
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Mystery Photo for June 29, 2025
Correctly guess where this photo was taken and you could win a $25 Hannaford Supermarket gift card.
Posted inAndroscoggin County, Maine, News, Schools & Education
Lisbon School Committee declines to change failed school budget
Many feel the June 10 vote against the school budget was driven by frustration with the increase in the municipal budget.
Posted inAndroscoggin County, Maine, News
Lisbon dam removals already paying off, officials say
The removal of dams along the Sabattus River in Lisbon is opening natural fish-breeding habitats, cleaning up pollution and could lower flood insurance costs for nearby residents.
Posted inAndroscoggin County, Maine, News
As Lisbon residents ask for cuts, councilors vote against town budget
According to the town charter, the proposed budget still goes into effect until the Town Council adopts their own spending plan.
Posted inAndroscoggin County, News, Schools & Education
Lisbon grapples with failed school budget vote: ‘Is that what we want?’
School Committee members and residents shared frustration over the failed school budget vote at a special meeting Monday.