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  • Featured Business of the Week: Grant’s Bakery

    Nestled in the heart of Lewiston, Maine, Grant’s Bakery has been a cherished institution since 1956. Founded by Irving and Betty Grant, the bakery began as a humble operation below their family home on College Street. Today, it stands proudly on Sabattus Street, continuing a tradition of excellence in baking that spans generations.

    A Family Tradition

    In the late 1970s, Irving and Betty’s sons, Ron and Don, took the helm of the bakery. Under their leadership, Grant’s Bakery has flourished, maintaining its commitment to quality and community. The brothers have ensured that the bakery not only keeps up with industry trends but also remains deeply rooted in its local heritage.

    Signature Offerings

    Grant’s Bakery is renowned for its wide array of baked goods. Customers flock to the bakery for its specialty cakes, whoopie pies, éclairs, and other delectable treats. The bakery also offers savory options like their famous salmon pies, which have become a Friday night staple for many in the community.

    Community Engagement

    Beyond its delicious offerings, Grant’s Bakery is deeply committed to the Lewiston-Auburn community. The bakery actively participates in local events and supports various charitable causes. This community spirit is reflected in the positive feedback from both customers and employees, who praise the bakery’s welcoming atmosphere and strong ties to the area.

    Continuing the Legacy

    As Grant’s Bakery approaches its seventh decade, it remains a testament to the enduring power of family-run businesses. With Ron and Don at the helm, the bakery continues to serve the Lewiston community with the same dedication and passion that Irving and Betty instilled from the very beginning.

    For those seeking a taste of tradition and a slice of Lewiston’s history, Grant’s Bakery is a must-visit destination.

  • Lewiston Woman Charged in Drug Case, Released on Bail

    A 21-year-old Lewiston resident, Samantha Ogwudiegwu, appeared in Lewiston District Court this week after being arrested on multiple counts of aggravated drug trafficking. She was released from the Androscoggin County Jail on Wednesday after posting $30,000 bail.

    Court documents state that Ogwudiegwu was arrested Tuesday evening following a police search of her Granite Street apartment. Investigators say the arrest stemmed from an undercover drug buy two weeks earlier. During the search, police reported finding several types of drugs, prescription pills, and firearms.

    According to an affidavit, Ogwudiegwu told investigators that people she doesn’t know sometimes stay at her apartment in exchange for payment. Police also said paperwork belonging to another individual was found in the room where the drugs were located.

    At the time of the search, Ogwudiegwu was working her shift at Tree Street Youth on Howe Street, where she manages an after-school program for elementary students. Investigators confirmed no drugs were found at her workplace, and court documents note that she was cooperative with police during the arrest.

    Ogwudiegwu has not yet entered a plea.

  • Why We’re Starting This Paper

    Lewiston is more than headlines. It’s people, neighborhoods, small businesses, schools, artists, and families. It’s the pride of a community that works hard, celebrates together, and cares about its future.

    But too often, the story of Lewiston has been told from the outside. Corporate-owned papers give us surface-level coverage, but they miss the voices that make this city what it is. Our lives, our struggles, and our successes are worth more than being squeezed into a few inches of print.

    This newspaper exists to change that.

    We’re here because Lewiston deserves a paper that is ours—one that lifts up local voices, shines a light on everyday stories, and creates space for honest conversation. We’re here to celebrate the good, confront the challenges, and provide news that’s useful to the people who live here.

    We lean progressive because we believe in fairness, compassion, and community. That means championing working people, amplifying diverse perspectives, and telling stories that help us imagine and build a stronger future. But most of all, this paper is about connection. It’s about making sure your story, your neighborhood, and your efforts matter—and are heard.

    We’re starting this paper because Lewiston deserves better. We deserve journalism that doesn’t just report on our community but belongs to it. This is our chance to tell the story of Lewiston the way it truly is: resilient, creative, and full of heart.

    This is your paper. Let’s write it together.

    • The Editor