The facility is owned by Canada’s OpenText and at one time employed more than 300.
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Maine Voices: Lewiston’s proposed shelter moratorium is unacceptable
Lewiston’s mayor calls opposition to efforts to help unhoused people ‘a waste of time.’
Great Falls Balloon Festival, more to return to Lewiston-Auburn this summer
After two years without many of the Twin Cities’ signature celebrations, all are set to return this year.
Bates College aims for a new union vote by its employees
Bates hopes the national labor board will rule in its favor on who can join the union and order a new vote by eligible workers who want one.
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.
Ukrainian egg decorator brings ancient Easter tradition back to Bates College
Artist Lesia Sochor of Belfast, whose parents were born in Ukraine, says the eggs are a symbol of good health and abundance and are a revered part of the Ukrainian culture.
Lewiston prison reform activist and artist to receive humanities prize
Joseph Jackson, who works with Lewiston-based Maine Inside Out, has been using art and theater to bring about change in Maine’s criminal justice system.
Lewiston could set hearing for shelter moratorium Tuesday
A majority of city councilors has expressed support for the moratorium, which officials say would be used to consider further shelter regulations or licensing. Opponents say it’s unnecessary and may have unintended consequences.
‘My jagged path to cap and gown’: Reflections from a 23-year-old expectant high school graduate
Brianna Robinson of Auburn is just weeks away from receiving her high school diploma through Wayfinder Schools.
Finding their way: Program gives young parents an alternative path to graduation
Wayfinder Schools offers under-credited, over-aged students a second chance to earn their high school diploma.