More than 550 students take part in the conference.
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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Augusta residents say taller sidewalk has turned yards into swamps
Homeowners in the Mayfair area say the city should replace the sidewalks installed in 2015.
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Warning system in the works to prevent trucks from hitting ‘can opener’ train trestle in Augusta
The proposed $45,000 system would use sensors that would be installed on Water Street on both approaches to the train overpass in the city’s downtown.
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Historic Kennebec Arsenal property avoids pending foreclosure
The buildings were built by the federal government between 1828 and 1838 and are considered by some preservationists to be among the best and earliest surviving examples of 19th century munitions depots in the country.
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Augusta council will take up controversial blasting licenses at next meeting
Residents of the Grandview neighborhood say the blasting has damaged the foundations of their homes and disrupted their lives.
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Augusta Civic Center expected to be profitable for 2nd year in a row
Officials say the building has operated at a loss most years, but this year is likely to bring a small profit, thanks to a strengthening economy.
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Maine teens flock to Cinderella Project prom gown giveaway
In exchange for the dresses, students simply are asked to ‘pay it forward’ by doing something for their community.
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Augusta to apply for funds to replace school
But even if state funding is approved, that would not necessarily result in a new elementary school.
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Who is making snowshoe art in Maine fields? Find out
Several huge designs are left in the snow by Jason Cote, a carpenter from Belgrade.
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‘Masks of War’ project brings military experiences to life
Monmouth Academy students interview veterans and turn what they learn into art.