Photo: New students get lessons from New Mainers

Bates students weed garden at New Roots Cooperative Farm in Lewiston.

Working: David Foster launches new career as a digital real estate agent

At 57, Foster knew he had to reinvent himself. The path he chose might surprise you.

Chronic absenteeism rates at Maine schools remain high, state data shows

Students who miss two days or more of school during the first month have a higher risk of being chronically absent during the school year.

Lewiston area Walk to End Alzheimer’s returns Sept. 16 canceled

Participants can choose to start a team, join a team, or walk as an individual during the annual fundraiser. 

Three arrested on drug charges in Lewiston

Police said crack, fentanyl and prescription drugs were seized, along with $1,450 in drug proceeds and a loaded handgun.

Lewiston Housing’s project at the Ramada could be dead after Board of Appeals denial

The board of appeals said the project does not meet the criteria to be issued a variance to lower the minimum required dwelling unit size to 282 square feet.

Photos: Moving in at Bates College

Students move onto campus in Lewiston ahead of fall semester.

Lewiston cribbage league to resume play Sept. 7

Rick LaChapelle announces reelection bid for Lewiston City Council

LaChapelle will face challenger Michael Roy on the Ward 4 ballot Nov. 7.

Lewiston mayor announces advisory committee on community safety

Mayor Carl Sheline and City Council President Linda Scott issued a joint statement Wednesday announcing the committee one week after the pair hosted one of two community forums on the topic.