The order includes the provision that if the owners fail to comply, the city can demolish the structures and bill the owners for the cost.
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Augusta neighbors worry about homeless, mentally ill under social-service plan
Mayfair neighborhood residents told the Planning Board they’re concerned about children’s safety under a proposal for a clothing bank, a toiletries pantry and a warming center to move to an Eastern Avenue church.
Augusta officials to consider declaring 4 buildings ‘dangerous’
The derelict properties include a prominent, falling-down Civic Center Drive home that officials fear could lead to injuries.
Augusta’s Fire Department headquarters closed during construction
Hartford Fire Station is undergoing a major renovation and getting an addition, construction of which began last week.
New York man admits to role in central Maine drug conspiracy
The prosecution says Denton Worrell, who pleaded guilty Tuesday to a federal drug charge, conspired to distribute heroin and cocaine base in the Augusta area.
Augusta’s Vickery Cafe to depart downtown amid new owner’s plans
Developer Andrew LeBlanc plans to renovate the Water Street building, converting the vacant upper floor into apartments and small retail spaces at the street level.
Tracking dogs sniff course set on Viles Arboretum grounds
The Augusta event was offered by the Dog Tracking Club of Maine on Sunday.
Kennebec Journal May 6 police log
Augusta area police reports for May 6, 2018.
Hallowell lawyer recognized for volunteer legal aid hours
James A. McKenna III and four others were honored at a Katahdin Counsel award ceremony in Augusta.
Republican candidates for governor make their case at state convention
Gov. Paul LePage, in the final year of his two terms, tells delegates it’s important that one of the party’s 4 contenders succeed him in the Blaine House.