Tragedies, new schools, surprise resignations and a town revolt: The top local stories of 2019

History was made, political battles turned ugly and some people were booted out of positions they thought they held fast. However you feel about 2019 in our little corner of the world, it probably didn't bore you.

ELHS drama club to present ‘Footloose’

H.S. football: Lewiston runs over Edward Little

Big games from Dylon Jackson and Danny May helped the Blue Devils win the 178th meeting between Edward Little and Lewiston.

Edward Little students feel targeted by school’s attempt to address bias

Some student groups at Edward Little High School, including members of its LGBTQ community, say they were singled out when school officials used the intercom to summon them to a meeting about anti-bias focus groups.

City, school department to hold alumni celebration

For a full list of the weekend's events, visit www.auburn150.com.

PHOTO: ELHS student serves as honorary page

PHOTOS: Nairobi artist creating art with local high school students

Auburn School Committee addresses Boston Globe allegations

‘I don't want people to believe that we're a racist school, or that people don't feel welcome,’ Faith Fontaine said.

Racism at Edward Little highlighted in The Boston Globe

Auburn officials say racial issues at high school deserve more attention but insist the city's high school is typical in the problems it faces.

PHOTO: Edward Little High School students paint their parking spaces Thursday morning