Augusta area police reports for Feb. 27, 2017.
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Rotten egg smell prompts state response at former Augusta landfill
Following complaints of ‘a very noticeable odor,’ the state DEP is working to address the smelly sludge off Church Hill Road.
New Augusta fire station nearing completion
The North Station on Leighton Road will house the city’s new $1 million ladder truck, which should be in service in late April or early May.
Parks provide respite for Augusta residents of all ages
The city’s age friendly committee is highlighting ways people can enjoy the outdoors without having to drive too far.
Kennebec County grand jury indicts dozens on drug trafficking charges
Others face charges of domestic violence assault, unlawful sexual contact and criminal restraint by a parent.
Augusta rally to save the Affordable Care Act draws 200
Speakers, including Augusta and Gardiner mayors, urged those attending to overcome their differences, engage politically and vote for candidates who support what they support.
Augusta goals include drawing more people, businesses to city
City council wants to entice people who work in the state capital but live elsewhere to consider making Augusta their home.
Flood watch in effect tonight for Kennebec River, other parts of Maine, through Sunday
Warm temperatures and predictions of rain have emergency management officials keeping a close eye on the Kennebec.
Augusta’s Lithgow Public Library damaged by snow
Sometime between when the library closed Saturday and reopened Monday, snow that had piled up on the Pleasant Street side of the building fell off in a large, heavy mass.
Kennebec Valley Chamber of Commerce names new president and CEO
Waterville native Katie Doherty has worked as the chamber’s program director since 2015.