The Lewiston Police Department recently launched its Neighborhoods First initiative, which in addition to its homelessness crisis protocol, outlines a “proactive approach” to handling quality-of-life issues.
Emily Bader
Emily joined the Sun Journal in April 2021 on the health beat. She previously reported for the Lakes Region Weekly, covering nine towns in Cumberland County. She enjoys taste testing chai lattes at local cafes, attempting to beat her personal best on the NYT’s mini crossword puzzle and watching thunderstorms. She’s on the fence about the Oxford comma.
Emily grew up in Los Angeles and graduated from Wellesley College in 2018. She’s lived in lots of places for little bits of time but now calls Portland home. She welcomes coffee shop recommendations, cookie recipes and news tips in her inbox.
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Auburn council narrowly approves Stable Ridge development district
The 4-3 vote approved a tax increment financing agreement for the Court Street housing complex.
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Auburn council to hold public hearing on Stable Ridge development district
The council is expected to vote to approve the application immediately following the public hearing during Monday’s council meeting.
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Lewiston kicks off budget season looking to reduce tax burden, city administrator says
Labor, utilities and gasoline are major cost drivers, City Administrator Heather Hunter said.
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COVID-19 has ‘reshaped’ the health care industry, Central Maine Healthcare CEO says
From workforce shortages to the impending end of the federal public health emergency, health care systems continue to face significant operating challenges.
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Lewiston City Council gives Lewiston Housing Authority another shot at Martel Elementary School
Councilors voted unanimously to postpone discussion on the disposition of the former school to no later than April 18.
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Auburn council considering development district for Stable Ridge property
Councilors will decide this month whether to approve a tax increment financing district for Stable Ridge property at 555 Court St.
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Auburn residents will be able to dispose of bulky waste free starting April 1
Public Works director Denis D’Auteuil said this will help the short-staffed department.
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Central Maine Healthcare names Lucretia Stargell president of Bridgton, Rumford hospitals
Stargell joins CMH from North Carolina, where she served as the administrator for two rural hospitals for nearly 15 years.
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In 11 years at Lewiston Public Library, Marcela Peres has been a ‘beloved leader’ and community advocate
Peres will leave her post next month to become operations manager at the Maine Humanities Council.