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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.
History gives way to ‘beautiful’ new span
The new $18.6 million Richmond-Dresden Bridge replaces its 84-year-old swing-span predecessor.
Kennebec Valley Chamber of Commerce picks new CEO
Ross Cunningham of Lisbon is a medical practice manager and retired Navy officer.
King William takes homestretch to Hallowell
A portrait of the famous horse is back in the state where it was painted by George H. Bailey in 1873.
Smashing pumpkins rock school’s science lesson
Newton’s laws of gravity are in bright orange display for Maranacook Community Middle School students.
Landlords learn how to safely eradicate biohazards
When tenants leave behind blood, mold and other substances, units must be cleaned carefully.
Housing authorities will offer biohazard training
The free seminar targets landlords, property managers, maintenance staffers and other housing professionals.
Four-story hotel proposed for Augusta
The developer says the hotel would target customers staying for more than a week at a time.
Augusta’s Colonial Theater wins national historic designation
The Water Street theater, last used as a movie house in 1969, could be eligible for federal and state tax credits.
Maine hayride victim remembered at field hockey game, vigil
Hundreds of Messalonskee students and supporters turn out for a fundraiser Monday night in Augusta.