A lifelong resident of Lewiston, Russ stumbled into photography as a college student working toward a career in psychology. His great-grandfather Louis B. Costello was the publisher of the Lewiston Daily Sun and Evening Journal and his grandfather, who Russ is named after, was a staff photographer before becoming publisher. Russ planned to move to a big city to live and work until a light came on while he was in the darkroom. During summer breaks he worked in the press and composing rooms at the Sun Journal and between his junior and senior year landed a job as a darkroom technician in the photography department where he developed an interest in taking photos. He immediately demonstrated a creative eye and a knack for being in the right place at the right time. When the Sun Journal launched a Sunday edition, he was offered a job that began his 35 year career. He lives in Lewiston, where he and his wife raised four boys. His innate curiosity and love of new technology has kept his passion burning. From using 360-degree cameras to becoming a licensed drone pilot he is always eager to try something new. After three decades of doing the same job he still is excited to come to work every day and is always seeking new challenges and adventures.
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PublishedFebruary 26, 2025
Work progresses on Lewiston, Auburn projects
In 2024, the cities had strong permit numbers. Here are aerial views of several of those construction projects.
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PublishedFebruary 26, 2025
Bridge walk between cities
Wednesday bridge walk
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PublishedFebruary 25, 2025
Protesters rally against presidential executive orders in Lewiston
Several dozen demonstrators set up outside Sen. Collins’ office on Lisbon Street.
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PublishedFebruary 25, 2025
Lewiston hydropower converter station nears completion
Aerial photos of the giant construction project on outer Main Street.
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PublishedFebruary 24, 2025
Prayers for Pope offered up in Lewiston
Pope Francis has been battling serious illness recently, according to The Vatican.
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PublishedFebruary 23, 2025
The Week in Photos has great shots from high school playoffs and championships
Sun Journal photographers select some of their favorite images from Feb. 15-21, 2025.
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PublishedFebruary 23, 2025
Mystery Photo for Feb. 23, 2025
Correctly guess where this photo was taken and you could win a $25 Hannaford Supermarket gift card.
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PublishedFebruary 21, 2025
Families ‘Skate with a Cop’ in Auburn
People are treated to free skating, hot chocolate and therapy dogs at the annual event.
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PublishedFebruary 16, 2025
Riding the storm out in Lewiston
The weekend’s snow and sleet presented a variety of challenges.
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PublishedFebruary 16, 2025
The Week in Photos: Feb. 8-14, 2025
Sun Journal photographers select some of their favorite images from last week.
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