Residents react to Tuesday night’s Maine House of Representatives vote to censure Rep. Laurel Libby, R-Auburn, for posting unblurred photos of a transgender student-athlete on social media.
Frida Zeinali
Staff Writer
Frida Zeinali is a staff reporter at the Sun Journal covering mostly local education in Lewiston and Auburn. A Youth Journalism International alum, she came to Maine by way of Marquette University where she did radio for a while in graduate school. She calls Auburn home these days.
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Lewiston parents, schools, police seek gun violence fixes
In a joint safety information session, Lewiston Public Schools and Police Department shared resources with parents as rising gun violence incidents among youth troubles many.
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Edward Little High School’s biggest-in-Maine auditorium puts Auburn in spotlight
With the latest technology, community partnerships, and a vision for growth, the Donald M. Gay Performing Arts Center sets out to become a centerpiece for Auburn’s arts and events.
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Community tree steward to offer orchard care workshops at Lewiston-Auburn schools
Sean O’Connell is on a mission to teach L-A youth and adults about trees and orchard maintenance.
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New text notification system, easier-to-read schedules available for The LAP
The commuter bus service linking Lewiston, Auburn and Portland has a new text notification feature and simpler schedules after almost seven months on the road. Sign installations for pickup and drop-off locations are underway, weather permitting.
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New special education program keeps Lewiston students in district
Starting this school year, a new program called CLIMB serves 26 students in grades K-3 and aims to expand while keeping special education students in local schools, closer to their families and communities.
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Auburn artist and educator uses life-saving power of art to inspire students
Matthew Peinado’s current exhibit at USM-LAC is titled ‘Connections,’ which also describes his goal of connecting his students to the transformative nature of art.
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New program connects Lewiston tech center students with local employers
The Experiential Learning Opportunities program at Lewiston Regional Technical Center offers students hands-on experience in fields such as medical sciences, automotive tech, and culinary arts.
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Lewiston-area schools prepare for possibility of immigration raids
No ICE presence has been reported at local K-12 schools as of Friday, but schools are setting protocols as President Donald Trump continues to announce new rules regarding illegal immigration.
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Arctic chill to last until Thursday, with dry week ahead
As the freeze from Canada lingers for two more days, people are finding ways to stay warm.