A roundup of cases closed Oct. 31-Nov. 6, 2019, at courts in Augusta and Waterville.
Kennebec Journal
News and information from the greater Augusta area.
Police: Charges pending in crash that killed Litchfield couple
A Maine State Police spokeswoman says charges are pending against a driver whose vehicle reportedly crossed the centerline before striking and killing two people Saturday night.
Five Questions: Augusta Downtown Alliance’s executive director
Michael Hall talks about the role failure plays in growth.
One-of-a-kind items shine at central Maine craft fairs
Unique decorations and items made from unusual materials are on display at craft fairs in Gardiner and Augusta.
Gallagher plans to step away from Hallowell-area school board, despite winning election
Regional School Unit 2 school board member Dawn Gallagher said in September she would drop out of Tuesday’s election, which she won over Peter Spiegel, but now intends to wait to leave her post.
Augusta to consider reining in zoning rules in hopes of spurring east side development
Some concerned that Riggs Brook Village District zoning rules are hindering development of an area that had been expected to see growth when a third bridge was built across the Kennebec River in Augusta.
After honors, Belgrade man reflects on rescue of driver of flaming tanker truck
Carrier Nicholas Claudel does not consider himself a hero: ‘I look at myself as a servant;’ he and Joseph Arsenault Jr. have been honored multiple times for their Jan. 2 actions.
Central Maine businesses learn how to grow with Google
Google officials share tips for businesses, nonprofits, and job-seekers at free daylong event at Augusta’s Lithgow Public Library
Appeal of double murderer who killed Augusta couple denied by court
David W. ‘D-Money’ Marble’s conviction and life sentence, upheld by state’s highest court.
Fayette collecting input for new draft of comprehensive plan
Residents have been asked to complete a survey by Friday.