Lewiston, Jay-based schools to get funding to boost mental health services

The Department of Education said it chose high-need districts which have low student-to-mental-health-provider ratios relative to the state and nation.

Students to pay almost 4% more to attend Bates College

Bates to charge $81,382 for tuition, room and board in the coming academic year, though many students get aid

Lewiston police, mental health workers take on homeless problem

Lewiston police have been employing various programs to keep the peace between business owners and the homeless. Their efforts have been paying off, according to most, although many business owners remain wary.

‘Quality of life’ or homeless crackdown in Lewiston?

Homeless say they are feeling the heat as the city presses its Neighborhood First initiative.

Homeless in Maine: A new policing protocol shifts focus to assisting homeless people who need help

Local police agencies are grappling with a new protocol established by the Office of the Maine Attorney General that calls on authorities to not charge homeless people with minor crimes but instead focus on connecting them with service providers who may be able to help.

Naked man rescued from Lewiston canal after fleeing from police Friday

The 39-year-old man jumped in the canal while fleeing from police.

Lewiston club lists cribbage results

First Universalist Church of Auburn honors Caring Web members

UMaine Farmington names spring Michael Wilson Scholars

Local students from Auburn, Farmington, Lewiston, Minot.

Lewiston school team wins state cooking competition for second year

Skowhegan offered pan-seared chicken over carrot puree with chicken flavored rice, vegetable salad, fruit salad with homemade dip and oatmeal-carrot cookies.