Heather M. Hodgson, 41, admits she intentionally fired her handgun into the floor during an argument with her husband, but testified Monday at the Capital Judicial Center in Augusta that she was in fear of him and acted in self-defense.
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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Augusta councilors seek urgency, accountability in spending thousands from opioid settlement
Officials may vote this week on forming a local committee to make recommendations to councilors on how to spend the city’s share of Maine’s $230 million settlement with pharmaceutical companies.
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Fayette residents agree to spend funds on Starling Hall
Some residents argue town funds should not be spent on restoring the 1879 building, the oldest building built as a Grange Hall in Maine.
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Fayette residents agree to spend funds on Starling Hall
Some residents argue town funds should not be spent on restoring the 1879 building, the oldest building built as a Grange Hall in Maine.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Local & State, News
Watch: Mainers invited to design new version of old state flag in contest ahead of November vote
Voters will be asked this fall whether Maine should change its official state flag from the current one based on the state seal to a simpler, pine tree design dating to 1901.
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Benton man who allegedly ‘tortured’ woman withdraws pleas after judge rejects deal
Christopher S. Groves, 28, withdrew a no-contest plea to domestic violence charges after a judge rejected a proposed plea bargain resulting in 90 days behind bars.
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Chelsea man sentenced for 2023 machete attack in Augusta
Elias M. Rodriguez, 25, was sentenced to a six-year prison sentence, with all but 18 months of that time suspended, and two years of probation, after pleading guilty to a Class B charge of aggravated assault.
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Augusta City Council sets goals for economic development, modernizing Civic Center
The list of priorities, which provide direction throughout the year for city staff, also includes street maintenance, completion of the comprehensive plan, and housing.
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Windsor residents to vote on proposed 9.06% budget increase
The annual town meeting is scheduled to be begin at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday at Windsor Elementary School.
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Kennebec Valley Humane Society fundraiser Sunday goes to the dogs
The animal shelter’s event this weekend is both child- and dog-friendly.