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Lewiston-Auburn, Maine Crime, News

Auburn man charged in Poland murders seeks to move trial

by Christopher Williams July 20, 2024

The judge says she will make a decision, but could change her mind later before the trial.

Business

Three central Maine businesses receive $10,000 grants

July 20, 2024July 20, 2024

Local winners include Oliver & Friends Bookshop in Waterville, Bintliffs Corner Brew in Gardiner and State Lunch in Augusta.

Business

Augusta nonprofit develops college access microcredentialing program

July 20, 2024July 19, 2024

The program offers courses that cover a wide range of topics essential for college readiness.

Business

Pitch contests held in Waterville, Skowhegan announce winners

July 20, 2024July 19, 2024

Mawjam Energy Analytics secured the first-place prize of $25,000.

Nation & World

Longtime U.S. Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee of Texas, who had pancreatic cancer, dies

by JIM VERTUNO Associated Press July 20, 2024July 20, 2024

Jackson Lee quickly established herself as fierce advocate for women and minorities and a leader for House Democrats on many social justice issues.

Election 2024, Local & State, Politics

Amid calls for national unity, Maine voters range from worried to hopeful

by Dana Richie and Ella Spitz Staff Writers July 20, 2024July 21, 2024

Following the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump, Mainers give their take on whether Americans can bridge the political divide.

Election 2024, Local & State, Politics

Hundreds pitch ideas for a new Maine state flag design

by Rachel Ohm July 20, 2024July 19, 2024

Maine Secretary of State Shenna Bellows will decide which one of about 400 submissions will go to voters in November.

Business

Jay’s OTIS Federal Credit Union donates $21,000 to 13 local food pantries

July 20, 2024

JAY — Over the course of 2023, OTIS Federal Credit Union raised nearly $21,000 for the cause of ending hunger. Fundraising events hosted by the credit union included a soup day, plant sale, yard sale and a painting “FUNdraiser.” Additional funds were raised through sales of handmade crafts and afghans, candy and snacks, cellphone cardholders, […]