The City council will consider officer overtime shifts to address illegal, erratic and intimidating behavior by vagrants.
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 โoffโ time restoring and maintaining his 170, or so, year-old home in Richmond.
Augusta mayor Stokes up for judgeship
The city could be without a mayor for several days if William Stokes is confirmed as a superior court judge.
Augusta Boys and Girls Club scrambles for support
The club for teens has to find money to operate after Spurwink Services ended its 10-year relationship.
Augusta downtown merchants seek city’s help to curb crime, annoyances
One administrator who works downtown said it’s more hazardous to be downtown during the day than at night.
Augusta downtown safety a concern for residents, businesses
Vandalism, panhandling, and even at least one incident of someone defecating in a public place downtown have been reported.
Augusta downtown apartment development up for review
The estimated $600,000 project could eventually include converting the sub-basement of the structure into indoor parking spaces.
Local Democrats to caucus in Augusta Wednesday
The party needs to pick a new candidate to run against Sen. Roger Katz, R-Augusta.
New leader for Bread of Life in Augusta
John Richardson most recently worked for MaineGeneral for five years, running practices in Waterville and Fairfield.
Without Edwards Dam, fish and birds thrive on the Kennebec
Augusta city officials who initially opposed the removal of the dam now say it’s been good for the city.
Kennebec, Somerset counties to get new MaineCare ride broker
The partnership with Bangor-based Penquis Community Action is expected to reduce wait times and missed rides.