City councilors and school board members took their oaths of office to start their new terms.
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.
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Former Augusta Mayor William E. Dowling dies at 72
Dowling was known for strong leadership in his hometown of Augusta.
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Fire in Augusta business stopped by sprinkler system
Bangor Street Barbersalon sustains water, smoke damage, but other businesses in building escape damage.
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Man dies in single-vehicle crash in Winthrop
A 75-year-old man was killed when the vehicle he was driving left Route 133 Wednesday afternoon.
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Augusta Armory rings in new year with antiques
Antique collectors sell and swap items, stories.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine, Maine Crime
A look back at Augusta-area news of 2019
The year was highlighted by acts of heroism, downtown changes and high-profile crime.
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Augusta’s Mark O’Brien known for leading with civility
At-Large Councilor Mark O’Brien has served the city for more than two decades, with roles on the city council and board of education.
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No accidents but parking a concern since Augusta downtown traffic went two-way
The traffic flow in downtown Augusta, converted this summer to two-way traffic after being one-way for 75 years, is getting mixed reviews so far.
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Former Bread of Life official indicted on sex assault charges
Father and son from LaGrange also indicted for allegedly trafficking drugs in Waterville, after police seized Oxycodone, guns and cash.
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Boy, 16, sentenced to 33 years in prison for murder of his mother in Litchfield
Lukas Mironovas suffered from mental illness and treatment failed, an aunt testified at Thursday’s hearing.