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Published
September 22, 2023

Augusta councilors vote to fund winter overnight shelter for one month longer than last year

City officials also expressed frustration with what they say is a lack of timely state support for helping people who are homeless.
Published
September 19, 2023

Deteriorating roads are a $26 million problem for Augusta

An outside firm says that's the sum the city needs to pay to address concerns with about a quarter of its roads.
Published
September 17, 2023

Augusta officials ponder funding for increased police presence in downtown area, overnight warming center

Augusta might use American Rescue Plan Act, or ARPA, funding to address concerns about those who are homeless.
Published
September 11, 2023

After year with few candidates, four Augusta races to be contested in November

Two of three City Council races and two of four Board of Education races are expected to be contested this November.
Published
September 1, 2023

In wake of neo-Nazi rally, Augusta seeks to ensure diversity, equity, inclusion in city practices

One city councilor says a recent racist demonstration in the city shows work to make sure Augusta welcomes diversity can't wait.

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Published
April 5, 2023

Augusta budget could hike taxes 9.3%

Wage increases for city employees, rising utility costs and the need to pay down debt for a new police station are among the factors driving an increase in spending.
Published
February 20, 2023

Augusta City Council approves increasing fees by 15% at landfill used by residents of several area municipalities

Officials are looking to put away funds to help pay for the potential vertical expansion of the landfill, which could cost about $20 million and extend the landfill's lifetime by 12 to 15 years.
Published
February 7, 2023

Plan to alter Augusta voting wards approved, despite concerns about mismatch with state House districts

The plan will even out the populations of each ward and bring the city back into compliance with state regulations.
Published
February 5, 2023

Navy warship to take Maine capital’s name to sea

The commander of a new combat ship nearing completion in Alabama hopes to bring the USS Augusta to Maine for its commissioning.
Published
February 1, 2023

Augusta considers rental housing inspections and licensing, with $100 per unit yearly fee

The proposal would help address the growing amount of unsafe rental housing conditions in the city, officials say.