Richard Hatt, 57, who is accused of killing Stephen Killam, 47, of Fairfield on Tuesday morning, appeared by video Wednesday at the Capital Judicial Center in Augusta.
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News and information from the greater Augusta area.
Three political newcomers compete for at-large seat on Augusta City Council
Bobby-Jo Bechard, Annalee Morris-Polley and Joseph Wathen are on the Nov. 5 ballot as they seek a three-year term on the council.
Thinking Things Through: Life is good after Lyme disease treatment
In one second, a creature the size of a poppy seed could have changed my life, Liz Soares writes.
Scholars Strategy Network: Our health is on the line this election
Americans have the ability to pick representatives who will make a huge slew of decisions affecting our futures and also our ability to empower ourselves, writes Amy Fried.
Winthrop Utilities District trustees to discuss proposed 16% sewer rate hike Tuesday
The increase would be split between the next two years, with an 8% increase effective at the start of 2025 and 2026.
Two incumbents, two newcomers running for Gardiner City Council
Incumbent Kathy Brown is not running again, meaning the Gardiner City Council will have at least one new member.
Q&A: What is a property tax revaluation and how does it work?
Several central Maine communities are approaching a revaluation, raising questions for many property owners about their tax bills.
‘Victory means nothing, the follicles mean everything’: Facial hair competition highlights Gardiner’s Swine & Stein Brewfest
This year’s Swine & Stein Brewfest drew about 1,500 people for the 15th annual celebration of beer, cider, wine, facial hair and community.
Bail hearing reveals Waterville fistfight led to shooting, murder charge
Lawyers argue whether Tyler Quirion, charged with murder in the Feb. 19 shooting death of Justin Iraola in Waterville, should be held without bail.
Three candidates run for two spots on Augusta Board of Education
Augusta residents will vote for candidates for two at-large seats in the Nov. 5 election .