Susan Collins’ reelection bid already shaping up to be a pivotal — and very expensive — race
One national political forecaster says the 2026 race will likely be a toss-up, but for now, Maine's senior senator looks to have an initial advantage because of her historical crossover appeal, which will be tested in Trump's second term.
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Downtown Lewiston residents find themselves under fire
Anybody who lives in the downtown — or even on the edge of it — has come to understand that there are risks to going outside that simply weren't there a few years back.Â
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How much snow has fallen so far in Maine? Explore our interactive map
Totals across the state generally ranged from 2 to 6 inches as of Sunday afternoon.
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The cutbacks would hobble life sciences research, experts say.
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During the Jim Crow era, Black tourists to Maine found recreational spaces where they were welcomed, not shunned.
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The Lewiston Evening Journal detailed in 1895 a battle between fishermen and an 'enraged' supersize lobster.
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Fisherman Charles McVane said a 'monster lobster' attacked him as he lay on a beach and he had to fight for his life.
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'I had never seen anything like it before. It seemed to be several feet high and about 8 feet long and it had on each side an enormous arm.'
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Despite having signed government contracts, farmers who have spent money on projects to conserve soil, water and power have been told they cannot get reimbursed until USDA programs and policies are reviewed by Elon Musk91×ÔÅÄ DOGE team.
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One woman was treated for smoke inhalation after fleeing the burning two-story home on Taylor Hill Road.
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Mark LaFlamme: My relationship with my truck will be copacetic once I get this new exhaust system taped on.
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As shootings become part of the backdrop of Lewiston, the city is trying to come to grips with a growing problem
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Downtown Lewiston residents find themselves under fire
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Auburn middle school basketball coach charged with sex crime
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See where more than 200 reports of gunfire were investigated in Lewiston
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Home burned Friday in second-floor fire in Lewiston
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A recent stretch of cold weather, coupled with multiple measurable snow events, has residents and visitors glimpsing something that has become increasingly rare.
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Investigators said Dyllan St. Peter had a sexual relationship with a 14-year-old girl and a 13-year-old who provided an AI generated birth certificate to convince St. Peter she was 16.
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Riding the storm out in Lewiston
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Auburn’s Marty McIntyre ‘fills her cup’ by helping others
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As shootings become part of the backdrop of Lewiston, the city is trying to come to grips with a growing problem
Data from the Lewiston Police Department show gun violence over the last six years has take a dramatic upturn.
Weld officials cleaning up from Town Office sewage backup
A septic pump at the Town Office building stopped working when a circuit breaker tripped Feb. 7, causing sewage to back up.
River Valley bus service to end March 28
The bus service for Rumford, Mexico and Dixfield has not met expectations for ridership.
Oxford academy postpones dinner, show
Oxford Hills Christian Academy in Oxford has postponed its annual Comedy Night Dinner from this 91×ÔÅÄ to March 1, due to the expected snowstorm.
Austin Bay: Diego Garcia: The American nowhere vexing China and Iran
Because of Location: The island hosts an American super-strategic airbase (meaning it easily handles heavy bombers and air tankers that can refuel all aircraft), a naval base (a technically elite base that can re-arm nuclear subs and guided missile destroyers) and a fairly well-protected anchorage.
Maine Voices Live with artist Charlie Hewitt
Sun Journal Executive Editor Judy Meyer will sit down with artist Charlie Hewitt, best known for The Hopeful Project, for a conversation during a live event at Chase Memorial Hall at Bates College in Lewiston on Thursday, February 27 at 7 p.m.
New text notification system, easier-to-read schedules available for The LAP
The commuter bus service linking Lewiston, Auburn and Portland has a new text notification feature and simpler schedules after almost seven months on the road. Sign installations for pickup and drop-off locations are underway, weather permitting.
See where more than 200 reports of gunfire were investigated in Lewiston
Interactive map locates confirmed shooting incidents since 2010.
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Farmington woman joins Waterville’s HealthReach board
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Franklin Savings Bank employee retires after 38 years
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Clinician joins Livermore Falls health center
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Norway Savings donates $8K to 2 organizations
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UScellular gives YMCA of Auburn-Lewiston $59K to improve internet for students
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Lewiston’s Androscoggin Bank gifts $50K to Trinity Jubilee Center