Andrew Rice is a staff writer at the Sun Journal covering municipal government in Lewiston and Auburn. He's been working in journalism since 2012, joining the Sun Journal in 2017. He lives in Portland with his wife, daughter and dog named Indiana. In his spare time, he plays music in a Portland-based rock band, shares the teachings of John, Paul, George and Ringo with his daughter, and listens to hockey podcasts. Andrew is a graduate of the University of Southern Maine in Media Studies.
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PublishedJune 9, 2022
Lewiston woman seeks to become the first Somali American in the Maine Legislature
Democrat Mana Abdi’s opponent, a Republican said, ‘Muslims should not be allowed to hold public office.’ Abdi is Muslim.
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PublishedMay 19, 2022
Homeless encampments leveled in Auburn
City officials say the homeless who live next to Little Androscoggin River were given advance notice a cleanup would be done.
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PublishedMay 19, 2022
Great Falls Forum: 175 years of recorded history through journalism
The first edition of the Lewiston Falls Journal was published 175 years ago. A Great Falls Forum on Thursday touched on a few highlights of history recorded by the press since then.
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PublishedMay 16, 2022
After controversy, Lewiston council will vote to ‘reaffirm’ diversity, equity and inclusion work
The resolution states, “Lewiston Public Schools has one of the most diverse student bodies in the state of Maine and the lived experiences of all our students are equally valuable,” and “as a City Council we must acknowledge, respect and learn from the lived experiences of all our constituents.”
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PublishedMay 12, 2022
Lewiston files lawsuit against Auburn Water District
City asks court to declare the district doesn’t have authority to change the Lake Auburn watershed boundary.
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PublishedMay 10, 2022
Return of swimming at Auburn outlet to depend on weekly testing
Officials have found no clear answer to solving water quality issues at Lake Grove Park, but are pursuing water testing and lifeguards for a pilot program this summer.
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PublishedMay 7, 2022
Two Lewiston councilors’ draft resolution on diversity programs causes backlash, concern
Two councilors wrote a resolution condemning optional diversity talks in the school district. Several councilors and the mayor only saw the resolution after the Sun Journal conducted a Freedom of Access Act request, prompting ethical questions.
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PublishedApril 25, 2022
Auburn water officials consulting with attorneys following Lewiston ‘demand’ letters
Lewiston and Auburn officials have continued a tense back and forth over Lake Auburn water quality.
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PublishedApril 19, 2022
Gov. Janet Mills signs law to close loophole that allows out-of-state debris
Final measure revised to ease the impact on Lewiston recycler that has benefited from past policy.
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PublishedApril 11, 2022
Development team seeks contract zone for first phase of Lewiston’s Choice Neighborhoods project
The first phase proposes 74 units, including the renovation of the historic Wedgewood house, taking shape on several properties between Pine, Pierce, Walnut and Bartlett streets.
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