Augusta area police reports for Aug. 23, 2019.
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United Way golf scramble raises record-breaking $16,000
Central Maine Power played in scramble, served as event’s major sponsor.
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Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine, Maine Crime
Augusta police warn of scam that ‘spoofs’ the department’s number
City police said a person is impersonating an officer and calling people demanding they buy pre-paid debit cards or else they will be arrested.
Posted inCommunity
Bicentennial grants for communities, individuals available
Grant applicants should focus on bicentennial-themed projects that benefit the public, such as parades, historic preservation efforts, lectures, and curriculum.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine, Maine Crime
Augusta woman found guilty in knife attack
Kiana D. Green was charged with aggravated assault following a 2018 confrontation in which she wielded a knife and her ex-boyfriend was cut on his hand.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine
Augusta to consider requiring safety plans for parades, other events
The proposal would adopt recommendations made by a national traffic safety group after two motorcyclists were killed during an annual charity ride in Augusta in 2017.
Posted inCommunity
Howard’s Company to host encampment
Event will be held at Augusta’s Old Fort Western.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine
Augusta’s Water Street opens to two-way traffic
For the first time in 75 years, motorists can travel both ways along the downtown roadway.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine, Maine Crime
Augusta man charged in assault allegedly recorded police interview of victim
Robert William Elston, 29, of Augusta, was arrested Saturday night.