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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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Proposed historic district in Augusta raises concerns
Some say it would add cost to making repairs but others argue that it would boost property values.
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Augusta wants a say as PUC sets rates for Maine Natural Gas
The city hopes to prevent a dramatic price increase for customers tied to the company’s local expansion.
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Augusta kids ready for dirty work in gardening program
The summer child care participants will help tend the beds until the start of the school year.
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Old Augusta school building now called home by new class of seniors
Half of the apartments at the Cony Flatiron Senior Residence are leased.
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Outgoing director guided success at Augusta Civic Center
The shows – and games – will go on following the departure of longtime boss Dana Colwill.
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Maine Natural Gas seeks rate increase
The company wants the hike over three years in part to help fund its expansion into Augusta.
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Two Maine educators to start Peace Corps stint in Micronesia
The Manchester couple welcome the opportunity for adventure and the chance to help others.
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Augusta schools consider new grading system
Officials say the proposed changes help the school system meet proficiency-based standards set by the state.
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Maine artifacts find home in Augusta
Old Fort Western is about to get hundreds of items from Fort Richmond and Fort Halifax in Winslow.