The statue is set to be unveiled around the 60th anniversary of Ali’s knockout fight with Sonny Liston in May 2025.
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.
Posted inFranklin, Maine, News
Livermore Falls American Legion Christmas meal brings dozens together
The annual Christmas dinner ran by volunteers brought dozens together in holiday spirit Wednesday at George Bunten Post 10 American Legion Hall in Livermore Falls.
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Posted inLewiston-Auburn, News, Schools & Education
Lewiston City Council approves Iman Osman for vacant school committee seat
Osman fills the position formerly held by Ward 5 representative Ashley Medina.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn
Kevin Boilard has focused on helping others because ‘kindness can become contagious’
Boilard and his team run Kaydenz Kitchen in Lewiston, a nonprofit that provides shelter and support for the homeless in the area.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, Maine, News
Maine attorney general addresses Lewiston immigrant groups as fear of mass deportation grows
Aaron Frey met with immigrant leaders and the area’s legislative delegation Wednesday, pledging to uphold the Constitution and state laws as uncertainty grows over what a Trump administration will mean for Lewiston’s immigrant population.
Posted inAndroscoggin County, Maine
Julia Coady, Greene: From a book fair to a town parade, she’s giving neighbors reason to gather
The mother of two finds joy in building and sharing community.
Posted inFranklin, Maine
Clint Brooks, Jay: Caretaker is motivated by making a difference in everyday life
The former paper mill worker has found purpose working with people with intellectual disabilities.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, News, Schools & Education
Behavior problems, trauma among students at Montello Elementary in Lewiston push frustrated teachers to breaking point
An influx of high-needs students from downtown Lewiston has isolated Montello Elementary over the years. Staff say it has created an unsafe environment for teachers and students alike.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, News, Schools & Education
Auburn approves new ed tech, secretaries contract
Auburn School Committee ratified a three-year deal between the district and about a hundred of its staff, which outlines 3% raises for each year, plus new paid lunch breaks, a 3-day bereavement leave and other improved benefits.
Posted inBusiness, Lewiston-Auburn, Maine, News
Riders can track the Lewiston-Auburn-Portland bus; other changes coming
The commuter bus service linking Lewiston, Auburn and Portland is gearing up for some changes ahead of winter after almost four months on the road.