Keith Edwards covers the city of Augusta and towns of Manchester and Windsor, writing feature stories and covering breaking news, local people and events, and local politics. He has worked at the Kennebec Journal since 1995, having previously worked at the Camden Herald. He was born and raised in Winthrop and graduated from the University of Maine at Orono with a degree in political science. He is married and has a dog and cat. A lifelong Mainer, he enjoys skiing, hiking, canoeing, camping, and cooking out but spends most of his “off” time restoring and maintaining his 170, or so, year-old home in Richmond.
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PublishedJuly 14, 2014
Augusta mayor Stokes up for judgeship
The city could be without a mayor for several days if William Stokes is confirmed as a superior court judge.
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PublishedJuly 12, 2014
Augusta Boys and Girls Club scrambles for support
The club for teens has to find money to operate after Spurwink Services ended its 10-year relationship.
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PublishedJuly 11, 2014
Augusta downtown merchants seek city’s help to curb crime, annoyances
One administrator who works downtown said it’s more hazardous to be downtown during the day than at night.
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PublishedJuly 8, 2014
Augusta downtown safety a concern for residents, businesses
Vandalism, panhandling, and even at least one incident of someone defecating in a public place downtown have been reported.
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PublishedJuly 7, 2014
Augusta downtown apartment development up for review
The estimated $600,000 project could eventually include converting the sub-basement of the structure into indoor parking spaces.
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PublishedJuly 7, 2014
Local Democrats to caucus in Augusta Wednesday
The party needs to pick a new candidate to run against Sen. Roger Katz, R-Augusta.
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PublishedJuly 3, 2014
New leader for Bread of Life in Augusta
John Richardson most recently worked for MaineGeneral for five years, running practices in Waterville and Fairfield.
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PublishedJune 30, 2014
Without Edwards Dam, fish and birds thrive on the Kennebec
Augusta city officials who initially opposed the removal of the dam now say it’s been good for the city.
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PublishedJune 27, 2014
Kennebec, Somerset counties to get new MaineCare ride broker
The partnership with Bangor-based Penquis Community Action is expected to reduce wait times and missed rides.
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PublishedJune 23, 2014
Former Augusta hospital gets new life
The redevelopment of the former MaineGeneral building on the east side is moving faster than expected.
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