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The missing bells of Lewiston and Auburn
The largest bell in New England is among the Twin Cities’ bells whose fates are unknown.
Lewiston-Auburn’s historic bells still ring. Here’s where you hear them
Buildings throughout the Twin Cities contain bells from the 19th century, many still tolling the time and calling people to gather.
Witness says 20-30 shots fired in downtown Lewiston
One woman reported that she was in the car with her daughters on Blake Street when shots rang out around her.
4 teens indicted in connection to 7 fires at Poland’s Elan School and other locations
The fires at the old Elan School drew heavy media attention due to the school’s controversial history.
Central Maine Healthcare notifies patients of data breach in June
While the hospital system’s computers were down following the breach, patients reported barriers to care and medications for urgent health concerns.
Lewiston High School honors its summer graduates
Diplomas were awarded to 22 students, with 13 marching during their graduation ceremony Thursday evening.
Central Maine Healthcare tells employees it’s planning layoffs, source says
Officials with the hospital system declined to comment publicly on the announcement Thursday.
Council proposal would fix Auburn’s budget shortfall without raising taxes
The $190,000 shortfall was created earlier this month when the council voted down a new fee structure that included higher prices for building permits.
Wilton Blueberry Festival to begin Friday, ending Saturday with fireworks over Wilson Pond
There will be food, music, games and a parade that will step off at 10 a.m. Saturday.