Hein, 46, was charged with animal cruelty after the November 2015 incident in Augusta.
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Augusta council rejects proposal to extend 2 mineral extraction licenses
The decision follows a long controversy involving Grandview neighborhood residents who say blasting at a McGee Construction pit is damaging their homes and affecting their quality of life.
Brunswick man freed after year in jail in Augusta
Robbery and aggravated assault charges from Waterville were dropped against Carl Langston, 28.
Kennebec court security officer put on leave after sending prosecutor cellphone photo of defense attorney’s notes
It’s unclear why Sgt. Joel Eldridge took the photo, an action that officials said wasn’t a crime but rather a serious ethical breach and unprecedented violation of courtroom protocol.
Kennebec Journal March 2 police log
Augusta area police reports for March 2, 2017.
Lisa’s Restaurant in Augusta to raise money for food bank
Starting Saturday and continuing through March, a putting challenge will help bring in money for the needy.
Trump administration leaves writer wondering, ‘Where’s the love?’
Repealing Obamacare, aggressive immigration actions and an anti-public schools chief are all concerns, writes Liz Soares.
Augusta might extend licenses for blasting sites
City councilors are to consider a proposal meant to give them time to ponder mineral extraction ordinance changes to address blasting concerns.
Kennebec Journal Feb. 27 police log
Augusta area police reports for Feb. 27, 2017.
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.