LEWISTON — The Central Maine Human Resources Association will hold its April meeting from 7:45 to 9:30 a.m. Tuesday, April 17, at the Carriage House in Lewiston. Skelton Taintor & Abbott attorney Jim Pross will present on the topic of “Workers’ Compensation Claims for Employers: Helpful Hints and a Guide to Handling Claims.” The program will focus […]
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Jim Pross joins Auburn law firm
AUBURN — Skelton Taintor & Abbott announces that Jim Pross has joined the firm as an associate attorney practicing in the areas of commercial real estate, landlord/tenant issues, municipal and government law, Social Security disability and Workers’ Compensation law. Prior to joining Skelton Taintor & Abbott, Pross practiced law with two other Maine law firms […]
Auburn passes medical marijuana in schools policy
AUBURN — The School Committee gave final approval Wednesday night to a new policy that spells out how students are to be given medical marijuana in school. The policy is similar to one passed by the Lewiston School Committee in November 2015. The draft policy recommendation for all Maine schools came from the Maine School Management […]
Newly elected Auburn councilors are signs of change
AUBURN — City Council newcomer Grady Burns said he thinks residents’ desire for change helped sweep him into office. “People seem to understand that Auburn’s at a crossroads,” Burns said. “We are facing a shrinking tax base and we need help creating long-term solutions to turn back that trend.” But a distinctive campaign sign didn’t […]
Pross works to build consensus
I am pleased to endorse Jim Pross for City Council in Auburn’s Ward 1. I have known Pross and his family for many years as a neighbor, the husband of a former student, a proud father, and as a dedicated community member. His actions speak volumes. He has been active in Literacy Volunteers and the […]
Auburn candidates take the stage at forum
AUBURN — Peter Letourneau’s first act as mayor — should he be elected to the job — would be to step back a bit. “My order of business would be to tell our wonderful city staff that they don’t work for me; I work for them,” Letourneau said at a candidate forum Tuesday night in […]
Pross involved in the community
I am pleased to support Jim Pross’ candidacy for Auburn City Council, Ward 1. I had the good fortune of hiring him as an attorney in our law firm after he and his wife moved to Lewiston-Auburn in 2004. Through his hard work and dedication, Pross soon became an excellent lawyer. He has become a […]
Pross wants to make a difference
I will be voting for Jim Pross for Auburn’s City Council representing Ward 1. I have gotten to know Pross during the past two years since our daughters are in the same grade in school. He is passionate about many things, including our children’s future, community support, wellness and the outdoors, to name a few. […]