Keith Edwards covers the city of Augusta and towns of Manchester and Windsor, 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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PublishedApril 24, 2017
Waterville man accused in stabbing is indicted in alleged drug rip-off
Kevin M. Coutu, 25, accused of stabbing a man with a knife earlier this year in Waterville after allegedly trying to buy marijuana, is among others indicted recently in Kennebec County.
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PublishedApril 21, 2017
Section of Townsend Road in Augusta to be closed Monday
The closure is part of a project that includes repaving Northern Avenue.
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PublishedApril 20, 2017
Augusta quarry operators want to move ahead with license renewals
Blasting at one quarry has sparked ongoing neighbor complaints.
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PublishedApril 18, 2017
Controversial proposal to extend blasting licenses back before Augusta council
Neighbors have complained that blasting at McGee’s pit has damaged their homes, made it hard to sell them by lowering their property values, and disrupted their lives with noise and vibrations.
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PublishedApril 17, 2017
Augusta Civic Center, for 2nd consecutive year, expected to be profitable
Officials said some years the building has operated at a loss, but this year is likely to bring a small profit, highlighting a stronger local economy that’s prompting more people to attend events and spend money there.
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PublishedApril 15, 2017
Girls score free prom dresses at Cinderella Project of Maine giveaway in Gardiner
The girls were asked that in return, they “pay it forward.”
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PublishedApril 14, 2017
Three to seek Augusta council spot in June election
No one filed to run for school board, but there’s still time to sign up as a write-in candidate.
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PublishedApril 13, 2017
Augusta councilors wary of donation of dilapidated building
11 State St. has been vacant since its tenants were ordered out in 2012 because of safety concerns.
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PublishedApril 11, 2017
Augusta budget includes additional funding for English-language learners
City officials say, overall, the growing number of immigrants has not cost the city a lot of extra money.
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PublishedApril 10, 2017
Warm weather brings dreams of planting outside, but it’s still a bit too early, Winthrop landscaper says
Temperatures in Augusta reached a record 70 degrees on Monday, and over 70 in Waterville, but after Tuesday, expect more seasonable temperatures.
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