Teen spreads word: ‘Hygiene is key’ for the homeless

An intern at a Lewiston homeless shelter for teens collects deodorant for the youths who stay there.

Museum L-A takes stock of damage caused by fire and vandalism

Rachel Desgrosseilliers says she's determined to see the museum move into its new home.

Walmart looks to fill 100 jobs at Lewiston distribution center

A Walmart spokeswoman says growth in online grocery buying is one of the factors behind the need to "ramp up."

Lewiston having a block party Friday for Trek Across Maine

The three-day, 180-mile bicycling route serves as the American Lung Association’s largest fundraising event.

Fire causes minor damage at future home of Museum L-A

The Lewiston Fire Department said Sunday afternoon that fire damage to the building was "minimal" and that the cause remained undetermined.

Lots of ‘cool science’ at Bates spurred by federal program

The $104 million that taxpayers have allocated to encourage biomedical research in Maine has contributed to the growth of student-focused scientific training at Bates and other Maine colleges.

It happened to Notre Dame in Paris. Could it happen to Lewiston’s iconic Basilica?

The Lewiston Fire Department toured the Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul on May 28 after a request to check for issues to see if a fire inside the building would have a similar outcome to the fire at Notre Dame. Lewiston's fire chief is working with staff to prevent that.

Buckfield man died when his motorcycle crashed into a Lewiston home

Police said speed appears to be a factor.

Lewiston police investigating fatal motorcycle crash

Build Maine tests narrower roadway on Middle Street

The demonstration, with help from city staff, was meant to show the impact a narrower street can have on slowing traffic — with an eye on pedestrian safety.