The smaller space means computer usage requires a reservation, and a majority of the library’s collection is stored offsite but can be retrieved and made available at the new 242 State St. location.
Keith Edwards
Staff Writer
Keith Edwards covers the city of Augusta and courts in Kennebec County, writing feature stories and covering breaking news, local people and events, and local politics. He has worked at the Kennebec Journal since 1995, having previously worked at the Camden Herald. He was born and raised in Winthrop and graduated from the University of Maine at Orono with a degree in political science. He is married and has a dog and cat. A lifelong Mainer, he enjoys skiing, hiking, canoeing, camping, and cooking out but spends most of his “off” time restoring and maintaining his 170, or so, year-old home in Richmond.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine, Maine Crime, Times Record
Fire that destroyed portable outhouse in Richmond intentionally set
A portable toilet at the Richmond Utilities District construction site burned to the ground, fire officials said.
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Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine, Maine Crime
Warrants lead to drug bust in Augusta
Four men were arrested after a search Tuesday of a Water Street apartment building.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine, News
Poles and red paint at Augusta crosswalks aim to boost pedestrian safety
Temporary installation of “bump-outs,” if successful, could be replaced with permanent changes, officials said.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine
18th-century games entice young and old at Dresden Summerfest
Colonial reenactors, history buffs, kids, and firefighters all in the mix for games, food and festivities Sunday.
Posted inMaine, Uncategorized
Blaze destroys Route 17 auto salvage business in Washington
Firefighters from eight communities battle flames late Saturday and early Sunday at Ron’s Auto Sales and Salvage, preventing fire from reaching owner’s house.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine, News
Wall heater catches fire at Augusta duplex
A resident had placed sheets or other materials on the wall heater because she did not think it would be operational in the summer, officials say.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine
Paddlers, some four-legged, race on Washington Pond
Casual summertime event brings paddlers and spectators to scenic Washington spot.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine
Challenges await ‘new’ directors of Augusta Civic Center, community services
Augusta fills two key leadership positions from within, with councilors confirming appointments of Earl Kingsbury as director of community services and Margaret Noel as director of the Augusta Civic Center.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine
Augusta’s July 4 parade prompts street closings
The city’s Fourth of July parade will prompt street closings on Sunday, from State House through downtown and across the Kennebec River to Augusta City Center.