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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PublishedJanuary 1, 2020
Fire in Augusta business stopped by sprinkler system
Bangor Street Barbersalon sustains water, smoke damage, but other businesses in building escape damage.
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PublishedJanuary 1, 2020
Man dies in single-vehicle crash in Winthrop
A 75-year-old man was killed when the vehicle he was driving left Route 133 Wednesday afternoon.
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PublishedJanuary 1, 2020
Augusta Armory rings in new year with antiques
Antique collectors sell and swap items, stories.
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PublishedDecember 30, 2019
A look back at Augusta-area news of 2019
The year was highlighted by acts of heroism, downtown changes and high-profile crime.
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PublishedDecember 25, 2019
Augusta’s Mark O’Brien known for leading with civility
At-Large Councilor Mark O’Brien has served the city for more than two decades, with roles on the city council and board of education.
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PublishedDecember 20, 2019
No accidents but parking a concern since Augusta downtown traffic went two-way
The traffic flow in downtown Augusta, converted this summer to two-way traffic after being one-way for 75 years, is getting mixed reviews so far.
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PublishedDecember 20, 2019
Former Bread of Life official indicted on sex assault charges
Father and son from LaGrange also indicted for allegedly trafficking drugs in Waterville, after police seized Oxycodone, guns and cash.
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PublishedDecember 19, 2019
Boy, 16, sentenced to 33 years in prison for murder of his mother in Litchfield
Lukas Mironovas suffered from mental illness and treatment failed, an aunt testified at Thursday’s hearing.
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PublishedDecember 18, 2019
One shooting range proposal approved, one withdrawn, in Augusta
A proposal to expand one of Capitol City Rifle & Pistol Club’s shooting ranges is withdrawn after neighbors and city officials express concerns about noise, safety.
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PublishedDecember 15, 2019
Augusta considers hiring communications official to improve image
The city needs to be better at getting its “message” out, across all forms of media for a variety of departments, officials say.
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