Friends and relatives tell the gathering of more than 100 supporters that Eric Williams, 35, was ‘big-hearted’ and Bonnie Royer, 26, was a ‘fantastic’ mother.
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.
Augusta Community Warming Center relocates to St. Mark’s Parish Hall
The place of refuge for anyone who needs it joins the location of other ministries at the Pleasant Street church.
Augusta school funding gap could lead to higher tax bills
Local taxpayers contribute $787,000 less than a state formula indicates is their share of the school budget.
Pittston, Whitefield men recount deadly crash in N.J.
Troy Chase, who was driving a truck towing a cattle trailer, and his passenger, Peter Poland, suffered minor injuries in a crash that left three people dead, authorities said.
Hannaford launches its online grocery service in Augusta
The service allowing shoppers to order items online and have them loaded into their vehicles at curbside is becoming especially popular with young families.
UMA professor confirms family she knows in Paris is safe
Chelsea Ray worries about the effects terrorist violence may have on France.
Revolutionary War soldier honored by Augusta re-enactors
Cub Scouts and Boy Scouts join those paying tribute to veterans past and present.
Togus director announces more staffing, expansions for veterans’ care
Ryan Lilly says some new hires come in response to a federal watchdog report that linked the hospital system to ‘nationwide systematic problems’ of delayed appointments.
Building most damaged in Gardiner fire likely to be torn down
The owner says he doesn’t have the money to stabilize and redevelop the structure on Water Street.
Dig could make archaeologists privy to details of life at 1754 Maine fort
They say the privy – an outside toilet area – at Old Fort Western may be a treasure trove of artifacts.