City of Auburn, Maine
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Welcome to Auburn! Nestled on the banks of the Androscoggin River in central Maine, Auburn offers beautiful parks, walking trails, world class events, recreation programming for all ages, a thriving business community, quality schools and so much more.
SERVICE UPDATE: Due to the ongoing storm, curbside collection for today (Wednesday, December 24th) has been cancelled. Collection for residents with Wednesday pickup will resume next week. Reminder: Auburn residents can drive through & drop off household trash at Maine Waste-to-Energy (no charge).
December 24, 2025 at 1:38 PM
SERVICE UPDATE: Due to the ongoing storm, curbside collection for today (Wednesday, December 24th) has been cancelled. Collection for residents with Wednesday pickup will resume next week. Reminder: Auburn residents can drive through & drop off household trash at Maine Waste-to-Energy (no charge).
A WINTER PARKING BAN will be in effect starting tonight at 8PM (Tuesday, Dec. 23) and will last until Christmas Eve at 1PM.
Please make sure your vehicles are off the streets so our dedicated plow crews can work their Christmas magic and keep roads safe for everyone. Thanks for your cooperation!
Please make sure your vehicles are off the streets so our dedicated plow crews can work their Christmas magic and keep roads safe for everyone. Thanks for your cooperation!
December 23, 2025 at 5:25 PM
A WINTER PARKING BAN will be in effect starting tonight at 8PM (Tuesday, Dec. 23) and will last until Christmas Eve at 1PM.
Please make sure your vehicles are off the streets so our dedicated plow crews can work their Christmas magic and keep roads safe for everyone. Thanks for your cooperation!
Please make sure your vehicles are off the streets so our dedicated plow crews can work their Christmas magic and keep roads safe for everyone. Thanks for your cooperation!
❄️ City Hall Closed – Christmas Eve ❄️
Due to the impending snowstorm, Auburn City Hall will be closed tomorrow, Christmas Eve, to help keep our residents and staff safe.
As the storm moves in, we encourage everyone to take care, travel only if necessary, and stay safe and warm.
Due to the impending snowstorm, Auburn City Hall will be closed tomorrow, Christmas Eve, to help keep our residents and staff safe.
As the storm moves in, we encourage everyone to take care, travel only if necessary, and stay safe and warm.
December 23, 2025 at 3:39 PM
❄️ City Hall Closed – Christmas Eve ❄️
Due to the impending snowstorm, Auburn City Hall will be closed tomorrow, Christmas Eve, to help keep our residents and staff safe.
As the storm moves in, we encourage everyone to take care, travel only if necessary, and stay safe and warm.
Due to the impending snowstorm, Auburn City Hall will be closed tomorrow, Christmas Eve, to help keep our residents and staff safe.
As the storm moves in, we encourage everyone to take care, travel only if necessary, and stay safe and warm.
Please note: Auburn Hall will be closing at 11:00AM on Christmas Eve, Wednesday, December 24th. Many city services are available online at auburnmaine.gov.🌲
December 18, 2025 at 3:13 PM
Please note: Auburn Hall will be closing at 11:00AM on Christmas Eve, Wednesday, December 24th. Many city services are available online at auburnmaine.gov.🌲
Don't miss the BEST party of the year: New Year's Auburn 2026, presented by Emerson Toyota!!
newyearsauburn.com
Presenting Sponsor: Emerson Toyota
Entertainment Sponsor: Androscoggin Bank
Media Partners: WGME & WOXO/WIGY
newyearsauburn.com
Presenting Sponsor: Emerson Toyota
Entertainment Sponsor: Androscoggin Bank
Media Partners: WGME & WOXO/WIGY
December 16, 2025 at 2:53 PM
Don't miss the BEST party of the year: New Year's Auburn 2026, presented by Emerson Toyota!!
newyearsauburn.com
Presenting Sponsor: Emerson Toyota
Entertainment Sponsor: Androscoggin Bank
Media Partners: WGME & WOXO/WIGY
newyearsauburn.com
Presenting Sponsor: Emerson Toyota
Entertainment Sponsor: Androscoggin Bank
Media Partners: WGME & WOXO/WIGY
The City of Auburn wants your input. Take our survey to help guide how federal HUD funds are used to improve housing, parks, neighborhood programs, and community services. Your feedback will shape decisions that affect homes, streets & public spaces.
auburnme.rja.revize.com/forms/12956
auburnme.rja.revize.com/forms/12956
December 11, 2025 at 3:11 PM
The City of Auburn wants your input. Take our survey to help guide how federal HUD funds are used to improve housing, parks, neighborhood programs, and community services. Your feedback will shape decisions that affect homes, streets & public spaces.
auburnme.rja.revize.com/forms/12956
auburnme.rja.revize.com/forms/12956
Since both Christmas Day & New Year’s Day fall on Thursdays this year (there is NO curbside collection on those holidays), we will hold a special curbside collection on Saturday, 12/27.
This is ONLY for residents with Thurs. pickup (there will NOT be a special collection following New Year’s Day).
This is ONLY for residents with Thurs. pickup (there will NOT be a special collection following New Year’s Day).
December 10, 2025 at 6:07 PM
Since both Christmas Day & New Year’s Day fall on Thursdays this year (there is NO curbside collection on those holidays), we will hold a special curbside collection on Saturday, 12/27.
This is ONLY for residents with Thurs. pickup (there will NOT be a special collection following New Year’s Day).
This is ONLY for residents with Thurs. pickup (there will NOT be a special collection following New Year’s Day).
It's podcast Thursday & this episode is all about the brand new Auburn PAL Center! Joining Jenn Boenig are Phil Crowell, City Manager & Rita Beaudry, director of Auburn PAL. Learn more about this new space and how the center plays a vital role in our community. absolutelyauburn.buzzsprout.com
December 4, 2025 at 10:00 PM
It's podcast Thursday & this episode is all about the brand new Auburn PAL Center! Joining Jenn Boenig are Phil Crowell, City Manager & Rita Beaudry, director of Auburn PAL. Learn more about this new space and how the center plays a vital role in our community. absolutelyauburn.buzzsprout.com
Please join us!
December 3, 2025 at 5:20 PM
Please join us!
Auburn Hall will be closing today (12/2) at 2:00PM. ❄️ Many city services are available at auburnmaine.gov.
Stay safe & warm, Auburn! And remember Auburn's Winter Parking Ban goes into effect at 1:00PM today and ends at 7:00AM tomorrow (12/3).
Stay safe & warm, Auburn! And remember Auburn's Winter Parking Ban goes into effect at 1:00PM today and ends at 7:00AM tomorrow (12/3).
December 2, 2025 at 6:07 PM
Auburn Hall will be closing today (12/2) at 2:00PM. ❄️ Many city services are available at auburnmaine.gov.
Stay safe & warm, Auburn! And remember Auburn's Winter Parking Ban goes into effect at 1:00PM today and ends at 7:00AM tomorrow (12/3).
Stay safe & warm, Auburn! And remember Auburn's Winter Parking Ban goes into effect at 1:00PM today and ends at 7:00AM tomorrow (12/3).
Join us THIS SUNDAY (12/7) at 3:30PM for Auburn's Christmas Parade & Tree Lighting! Parade will follow Main St. to Festival Plaza, where Mayor Harmon & Santa will light the tree (4:15PM)! Free cocoa & mittens. Take a photo with Santa. We can't wait to see you there!🎄
December 2, 2025 at 4:29 PM
Join us THIS SUNDAY (12/7) at 3:30PM for Auburn's Christmas Parade & Tree Lighting! Parade will follow Main St. to Festival Plaza, where Mayor Harmon & Santa will light the tree (4:15PM)! Free cocoa & mittens. Take a photo with Santa. We can't wait to see you there!🎄
🎉 Big news, Auburn! After 15 years, our website has a fresh new look. Modern design, powerful search, instant translations, alerts, accessibility tools & stunning local photos. Explore the new auburnmaine.gov!
December 1, 2025 at 6:03 PM
🎉 Big news, Auburn! After 15 years, our website has a fresh new look. Modern design, powerful search, instant translations, alerts, accessibility tools & stunning local photos. Explore the new auburnmaine.gov!
Traffic Advisory: Auburn’s Christmas Tree Is Rolling Into Town! 🌲Tomorrow morning - Friday, November 21st - just after 8:00AM, Auburn’s breathtaking 2025 Christmas tree will begin a festive journey from its longtime home on Broadview Avenue to Festival Plaza in the heart of our downtown!
November 20, 2025 at 8:50 PM
Traffic Advisory: Auburn’s Christmas Tree Is Rolling Into Town! 🌲Tomorrow morning - Friday, November 21st - just after 8:00AM, Auburn’s breathtaking 2025 Christmas tree will begin a festive journey from its longtime home on Broadview Avenue to Festival Plaza in the heart of our downtown!
The Auburn Resource Center — home to our city's Business and Community Development, General Assistance, and Public Health offices and several community partners — will be closed this Thursday, November 13 & Friday, November 14 for parking lot paving.
November 10, 2025 at 3:26 PM
The Auburn Resource Center — home to our city's Business and Community Development, General Assistance, and Public Health offices and several community partners — will be closed this Thursday, November 13 & Friday, November 14 for parking lot paving.
It's Traffic Tip Tuesday! Do rotaries have you going in circles? Good. That means you’re doing it right! Rotaries = smoother traffic, safer streets & fewer fender benders.
* Yield to cars in the rotary
* STOP for pedestrians
* Stay in your lane
* Signal when you’re ready to exit
* Yield to cars in the rotary
* STOP for pedestrians
* Stay in your lane
* Signal when you’re ready to exit
November 4, 2025 at 9:51 PM
It's Traffic Tip Tuesday! Do rotaries have you going in circles? Good. That means you’re doing it right! Rotaries = smoother traffic, safer streets & fewer fender benders.
* Yield to cars in the rotary
* STOP for pedestrians
* Stay in your lane
* Signal when you’re ready to exit
* Yield to cars in the rotary
* STOP for pedestrians
* Stay in your lane
* Signal when you’re ready to exit
Each year, the City of Auburn celebrates Extra Mile Day by recognizing someone who goes “the extra mile” to make a difference.
This year, we’re proud to honor Larry Allen, Transportation Director & Transit Program Manager at AVCOG!
This year, we’re proud to honor Larry Allen, Transportation Director & Transit Program Manager at AVCOG!
November 4, 2025 at 2:11 PM
Each year, the City of Auburn celebrates Extra Mile Day by recognizing someone who goes “the extra mile” to make a difference.
This year, we’re proud to honor Larry Allen, Transportation Director & Transit Program Manager at AVCOG!
This year, we’re proud to honor Larry Allen, Transportation Director & Transit Program Manager at AVCOG!
Neighbors helping neighbors. ❤️ On Election Day (Nov. 4, 7AM–8PM), bring a non-perishable food item to any Auburn polling place! Donation boxes placed by 3 local food pantries will support local families in need.
📍 Wards 1–2: 48 Pettengill Park Rd
📍 Wards 3–4: 60 Court St
📍 Ward 5: 43 Second St
📍 Wards 1–2: 48 Pettengill Park Rd
📍 Wards 3–4: 60 Court St
📍 Ward 5: 43 Second St
October 31, 2025 at 7:52 PM
Neighbors helping neighbors. ❤️ On Election Day (Nov. 4, 7AM–8PM), bring a non-perishable food item to any Auburn polling place! Donation boxes placed by 3 local food pantries will support local families in need.
📍 Wards 1–2: 48 Pettengill Park Rd
📍 Wards 3–4: 60 Court St
📍 Ward 5: 43 Second St
📍 Wards 1–2: 48 Pettengill Park Rd
📍 Wards 3–4: 60 Court St
📍 Ward 5: 43 Second St
🎃 Get ready for a spooktacular time in Auburn! Join us for Fright Fest tomorrow, Oct 30, from 5:00–7:30PM, Main St & Festival Plaza. "Trunk-or-treat" with city departments & local businesses & enjoy a fang-tastic evening of fun for the whole family. THANKS to Community Sponsor Home at Last Realty!
October 29, 2025 at 8:30 PM
🎃 Get ready for a spooktacular time in Auburn! Join us for Fright Fest tomorrow, Oct 30, from 5:00–7:30PM, Main St & Festival Plaza. "Trunk-or-treat" with city departments & local businesses & enjoy a fang-tastic evening of fun for the whole family. THANKS to Community Sponsor Home at Last Realty!
TRAFFIC ALERT: Main St., from Festival Plaza to Court St., will be CLOSED tomorrow (10/24) starting at 9AM to repair a drainage issue. The parking garage will still be accessible via Main St & Mechanics Row. Work will continue next week. Motorists must seek alternate routes.
October 23, 2025 at 8:37 PM
TRAFFIC ALERT: Main St., from Festival Plaza to Court St., will be CLOSED tomorrow (10/24) starting at 9AM to repair a drainage issue. The parking garage will still be accessible via Main St & Mechanics Row. Work will continue next week. Motorists must seek alternate routes.
Safely dispose of unwanted, expired, or unused prescription & over-the-counter meds during National Prescription Drug Take Back Day! This Saturday, October 25, 10AM– 2PM at Bedard Pharmacy, Minot Avenue. Help protect your family, prevent misuse, and keep our community safe!
October 23, 2025 at 2:51 PM
Safely dispose of unwanted, expired, or unused prescription & over-the-counter meds during National Prescription Drug Take Back Day! This Saturday, October 25, 10AM– 2PM at Bedard Pharmacy, Minot Avenue. Help protect your family, prevent misuse, and keep our community safe!
A great reminder from the Auburn PD:
Snow isn’t here yet — but we all know it’s on its way! Now’s the perfect time to check your tires, brakes, and fluids so you’re ready when winter weather hits. And don’t forget: as of 10/2, studded tires are allowed on Maine roads. Stay safe out there, Auburn!
Snow isn’t here yet — but we all know it’s on its way! Now’s the perfect time to check your tires, brakes, and fluids so you’re ready when winter weather hits. And don’t forget: as of 10/2, studded tires are allowed on Maine roads. Stay safe out there, Auburn!
October 22, 2025 at 3:02 PM
A great reminder from the Auburn PD:
Snow isn’t here yet — but we all know it’s on its way! Now’s the perfect time to check your tires, brakes, and fluids so you’re ready when winter weather hits. And don’t forget: as of 10/2, studded tires are allowed on Maine roads. Stay safe out there, Auburn!
Snow isn’t here yet — but we all know it’s on its way! Now’s the perfect time to check your tires, brakes, and fluids so you’re ready when winter weather hits. And don’t forget: as of 10/2, studded tires are allowed on Maine roads. Stay safe out there, Auburn!
Calling All Vendors! The City of Auburn is now accepting vendor applications for the 4th annual 2025 Hilton Holiday Hangout — our festive annual holiday vendor show!
We love supporting small, local businesses: participation is FREE!
We love supporting small, local businesses: participation is FREE!
October 9, 2025 at 4:50 PM
Calling All Vendors! The City of Auburn is now accepting vendor applications for the 4th annual 2025 Hilton Holiday Hangout — our festive annual holiday vendor show!
We love supporting small, local businesses: participation is FREE!
We love supporting small, local businesses: participation is FREE!
October is Manufacturing Month! Auburn is home to 40 transportation/warehousing businesses, 49 manufacturers, and 3,000+ manufacturing jobs!
At Monday's council meeting, Mayor Harmon presented a Manufacturing Month Proclamation to John Eberly, operations manager at Panolam Surface Systems.
At Monday's council meeting, Mayor Harmon presented a Manufacturing Month Proclamation to John Eberly, operations manager at Panolam Surface Systems.
October 8, 2025 at 2:14 PM
October is Manufacturing Month! Auburn is home to 40 transportation/warehousing businesses, 49 manufacturers, and 3,000+ manufacturing jobs!
At Monday's council meeting, Mayor Harmon presented a Manufacturing Month Proclamation to John Eberly, operations manager at Panolam Surface Systems.
At Monday's council meeting, Mayor Harmon presented a Manufacturing Month Proclamation to John Eberly, operations manager at Panolam Surface Systems.
During a city council meeting held Monday at Auburn City Hall, Mayor Jeffrey Harmon proudly presented the 2025 “John Jenkins Hearts & Hands Leadership & Service Award” to longtime city employee and Auburn resident Rita Beaudry.
October 8, 2025 at 1:14 PM
During a city council meeting held Monday at Auburn City Hall, Mayor Jeffrey Harmon proudly presented the 2025 “John Jenkins Hearts & Hands Leadership & Service Award” to longtime city employee and Auburn resident Rita Beaudry.
Exciting news: Auburn's Comp Plan Committee has created a DRAFT VISION STATEMENT for the 2026 Comprehensive Plan! They would appreciate feedback from the community. Please take a moment to consider the vision statement components below, then visit:
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September 30, 2025 at 6:11 PM
Exciting news: Auburn's Comp Plan Committee has created a DRAFT VISION STATEMENT for the 2026 Comprehensive Plan! They would appreciate feedback from the community. Please take a moment to consider the vision statement components below, then visit:
engageberrydunn.mysocialpinpoint.com/plan-auburn
engageberrydunn.mysocialpinpoint.com/plan-auburn