Keith Edwards

Kennebec Journal

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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Published
July 15, 2022

Killer’s spiritual beliefs a factor as authorities weigh request for increased privileges

Enoch Petrucelly, who was found not criminally responsible for stabbing his brother to death in 2008 and committed to the custody of the state, is seeking increased autonomy.
Published
July 15, 2022

Waterville man indicted on attempted murder, domestic violence charges

Maurice Watkins-Cundiff allegedly fired more than a dozen shots during a domestic dispute in April.
Published
July 14, 2022

Windsor to celebrate bicentennial Saturday with old-time games, demonstrations

Daylong variety of events at Windsor Fairgrounds to begin with a pancake breakfast from 7 a.m. to 9 a.m., and conclude with a baked bean supper, movie, street dance with a disc jockey and, at about 9:30 p.m., fireworks.
Published
July 14, 2022

Shooter who killed Lewiston man at Augusta tow yard will not be charged

Officials: Rob Drummond, owner of Ready Road Service, shot Tyler Morin, 36, on May 20.
Published
July 12, 2022

Health worker who stole rare coins from elderly patient at Augusta hospital pleads guilty

Family of the since-deceased victim say stress from the incident may have been a factor in his death.
Published
July 11, 2022

Somerville man killed in motorcycle crash

Michael Hutchins, 47, died late Saturday after his motorcycle left the road and hit trees off Valley Road.
Published
July 10, 2022

Hundreds rally in Augusta to protect reproductive rights

Crowd decries U.S. Supreme Court’s decision to overturn Roe v. Wade, vows to continue the fight.
Published
July 9, 2022

Man taken to hospital with gunshot wound after reported Waterville shooting

Police received multiple calls of shots fired in Pleasant Street area.
Published
July 9, 2022

Plenty of fruitful fun at Wayne Strawberry Festival

Annual festival comes as a successful strawberry season winds down.
Published
July 1, 2022

Augusta StoryWalk provides place for kids to exercise body and mind

Walkers can read a children’s story as they traverse a trail through the woods between Eastern Avenue and Cony Street in Augusta. Officials unveiled the installation this week.