LEWISTON — Richard A. Lemay, 93, of Lewiston died Monday, May 28, at Marshwood Center. He was born in Auburn on Oct. 16, 1924, the son of Henri and Georgianna Pepin Lemay. Educated at local schools, he married the love of his life, Anne Marie Turcotte, on Sept. 7, 1954. He worked for Shaipro Brothers, General […]
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David J. Heikkinen
LEWISTON — David J. Heikkinen, 72, of Lewiston, passed away at home on Thursday, Nov. 2. He was born in Lewiston on May 9, 1945, a son of Eva Heikkinen of South Paris, Maine and the late Eino Heikkinen. He graduated from Oxford Hills High School and attended and graduated from Kettering University in Michigan. He […]
Robert Samuelson: Bailout is something that worked
WASHINGTON — Every so often, we ought to celebrate our victories. The auto bailout is a case in point. Six years ago, it was wildly controversial, with the fate of General Motors and Chrysler hanging in the balance. Now, it’s clear that the bailout was a solid success. The revitalized auto industry has been a […]
R. Smith: Showing a concern for safety
Recently, I received an “Important Safety Recall.” It stated: “This notice is in accordance with the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act. General Motors has decided that a defect which relates to motor vehicle safety exists in your vehicle. As a result, GM is conducting a safety recall. We apologize for this inconvenience. However, […]
Oxford car dealership announces $2 million expansion, jobs to be added
OXFORD — Goodwin Chevrolet Buick is set to build an all-new $2 million facility along Route 26. The company has received town approval to construct a 13,776-square-foot building at 1606 Main St. that redesigns its showroom and offices while adding additional service bays. The expansions should create three new technician positions, according to General Manager Jeanette Downing. “We […]