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Arsonist, shooting suspect killed by police was out on bail, say police
AUBURN — A Lewiston man was shot dead on a Russell Avenue rooftop early Saturday morning after breaking into a home, fighting with a man, setting fire to two homes and shooting at police, officials said. Leein Amos Hinkley, 43, was killed Saturday morning after a standoff with local...
Class D baseball: St. Dom’s captures third straight state title
GORHAM — Ashton Hammond pitched St. Dominic Academy to its third straight Class D baseball state championship in a 9-1 victory over Stearns on Saturday at the University of Southern Maine. Hammond threw a one-hitter and struck out 12 while walking two, throwing 92 pitches. “I was really attacking...
Shots fired, houses burning and gunman holding police at bay in Auburn
AUBURN — Police, fire and rescue crews were on Russell Avenue early Saturday morning after gunfire was reported, explosions were heard and at least two houses were on fire. A gunman was reportedly holed up inside a garage at the scene. It was unclear if anyone else was inside the home.
Trek Across Maine riders cycle into Lewiston after 60-mile stint
LEWISTON — Cyclists in the 40th annual Trek Across Maine took off from Thomas Point Beach and Campground on Friday on the first day of their three-day journey to raise money for the American Lung Association. Between volunteers and cyclists, there were about 1,000 participants. As of Friday evening,...
Lewiston School Committee considers eliminating some teaching coach positions after second failed budget vote
LEWISTON — Emotions boiled over at Thursday’s 3 1/2-hour School Committee meeting where another round of discussions began for changes to the school budget since voters rejected it for the second time Tuesday. No official changes were approved at the meeting but teaching coaches were on the chopping...
Auburn man gets probation in Boston sex assault case
BOSTON — An Auburn, Maine man will spend three years on probation for sexually assaulting a former Auburn woman in 2018 at a hotel in Massachusetts. Charles J. Bergeron, 33, appeared in Suffolk County Superior Court on Friday where he pleaded guilty to indecent assault and battery on a person 14 or older, a crime that is punishable by up to five years in state prison.
The Colisée in Lewiston goes on the market for $4.9 million
LEWISTON — The Colisée, one of the city’s most storied buildings, is on the market for $4.9 million. The 54,547-square-foot arena, most famous for hosting the Ali-Liston heavyweight bout in 1965, has also played a central role in Lewiston’s long ice hockey tradition. The property was...
The Colisée in Lewiston goes on the market for $4.9 million
LEWISTON — The Colisée, one of the city’s most storied buildings, is on the market for $4.9 million. The 54,547-square-foot arena, most famous for hosting the Ali-Liston heavyweight bout in 1965, has also played a central role in Lewiston’s long ice hockey tradition. The property was...
Auburn’s Republic Jewelry & Collectibles is marking 40 years in business
The father and son team of Dan Cunliffe and Dan Cunliffe II at Republic Jewelry & Collectibles is marking 40 years in business this year. The elder Cunliffe left a well-paying job as a manager at Wonder Bread to take a chance on going it alone in the 1980s. He...
cPort Credit Union to open branch in Lewiston
The Buzz can confirm that cPort Credit Union is coming to Lewiston. Chief Executive Officer Gene Ardito said Tuesday that they’ve been considering a move to Lewiston for some time and they purchased the former Dunkin’ donuts property at 321 Main St. about two months ago. The building...
Softball: Oxford Hills seniors happy to play a supporting role
The impact of the seniors on the Oxford Hills softball team is made as much off the field as on it. Maddy Miller, Tristen Derenburger and Gabby Wright will play their final high school softball game when the Vikings (17-2) take on Cheverus (18-1) in the Class A state title game at Central Maine Community College in Auburn on Saturday at 1 p.m.
Lewiston Area Public Health Council hears information on HIV numbers
LEWISTON — Amid a modest increase of HIV diagnoses in Androscoggin County, the Lewiston Area Public Health Council heard a presentation Thursday from a local infectious disease doctor about the state of HIV in the county and what can be done to lower the virus’ prevalence in the community.
Lewiston-Auburn Balloon Fest taps former mayors Cayer, Levesque to lead sponsorships
LEWISTON — The cities of Lewiston and Auburn announced Thursday that two former mayors will team up to lead the effort to secure sponsorships and private donations for the 2024 balloon festival. According to a news release, former Lewiston Mayor Mark Cayer and former Auburn Mayor Jason Levesque will...
Auburn woman sentenced in Jan. 6 Capitol riot, expresses regret for her actions
WASHINGTON — A judge imposed one year of probation Thursday on an Auburn woman who admitted to two federal misdemeanors stemming from the Jan. 6, 2021, riot at the U.S. Capitol building. Kimberly Sylvester, 59, appeared in U.S. District Court by videoconference where a judge sentenced her to two,...
Baseball: Ridge Dionne catching on behind the plate for St. Dom’s
If he was able to give advice to his younger self, St. Dom’s catcher Ridge Dionne’s message would be simple. “Trust the process, coach knows best,” Dionne said. “Back then, I don’t know if I knew that too well, but I sure do know now. The last four years have been great.”
Wilton to consider $4.9 million spending plan for municipal government
WILTON — Voters will consider a proposed $4.9 million municipal budget at 6 p.m. Monday in the Academy Hill School cafeteria. The Select Board has budgeted $4.9 million for general government, public safety, public works, recreation and social services, and community service. The town anticipates $2.2 million in revenue this year and will be appropriating $400,000 in undesignated funds toward parts of the budget.
Livermore Falls resident accepts write-in vote for selectman
LIVERMORE FALLS — John Barbioni, a write-in candidate for a two-year selectman’s term, has accepted the position, Town Clerk Doris Austin said. Barbioni and resident Margaret Leclerc each received nine write-in votes for the position Tuesday. Leclerc declined the position Thursday, Austin said. Barbioni, a Planning Board member,...
Blackie’s Farm Fresh Produce completes expansion
It’s been just over a year since construction began at Blackie’s Farm Fresh Produce in Auburn. Matt Manson says the final touches are expected to wrap up in the next few weeks, however, the much bigger doors are open for business at 966 Minot Ave. If you have...
Jay crash strews trailer contents over state Route 133 in Jay
JAY — An SUV hauling a trailer went off state Route 133 on Thursday morning and struck a guy wire and pole, spilling the trailer’s contents over the road, police Sgt. Russell Adams said. The 2005 GMC Yukon driven by Mark Bogue, 73, of Farmington was heading south...
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