The Pine Tree Council is reviewing what to do with Camp Bomazeen in wake of court ruling affirming a condition placed on the deed of the camp if sold.
Keith Edwards
Staff Writer
Keith Edwards covers the city of Augusta and courts in Kennebec County, 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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Gardiner silent film festival to feature canine star from Maine
Dog Day Afternoon: A Celebration of Canine Stars in Silent Film will feature Jean, a collie from Eastport, movies shot in Maine and live music, all hosted by Belgrade film restorer Ed Lorusso.
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Augusta considers adding ‘ambassadors’ to aid homeless in downtown
An ambassador program could supplement police patrols of the downtown area, where merchants have expressed concerns over the number of homeless people, officials said.
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Historic Blaine House in Augusta getting security, accessibility upgrades
The property where Maine’s governor lives is a construction site, undergoing upgrades recommended by an analysis of its security.
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New Augusta Access Center provides hope to those with drug addiction
“This isn’t just a building, it’s a lifeline, a place where people who use drugs can walk through the doors and be met with dignity and compassion,” said Chasity Tuell, executive director of the Maine Recovery Council.
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Richmond mini-golf park adds second 18-hole course
The new course, which held a soft opening Thursday, is fully accessible with more spots for shade.
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Farmington 15-year-old dies after jumping into Hallowell’s Quarry Pond
Koa Dumont was one of 4 teens who were swimming at the private pond Wednesday.
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Augusta bird attack prompts trail closure at Bond Brook Trails
‘Two pounds of fury:’ Officials believe a nesting goshawk is defending its territory and is attacking people it deems threatening.
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Brunswick woman, 19, dies in crash
Kaylah Rusaw crashed into a tree off Old Bath Road on Sunday morning.
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Fairfield apartment building fire displaces 4 tenants, kills cat
No one was hurt in the blaze at 16 Summit St. early Sunday, but the building may be a total loss.