Saxon Partners is seeking a tax increment financing deal with the city that would return 70% of the tax revenue over 25 years, or about $7.8 million, to the developer.
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Kayaker pulled from Kennebec River Friday in water rescue by Augusta, Gardiner fire departments
The man, who was wearing a life jacket, was alone in the kayak when it overturned, Augusta Fire Department Batallion Chief John Bennett said.
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As Augusta considers shooting range regulations, committee members tour facilities
An ad hoc committee is charged with finding the best path forward, balancing the interests of residents and the needs of shooting facilities in the city.
Posted inCommunity, Kennebec Journal
St. Michael Parish collecting soap, shampoo to help mothers, children
Large baskets will be in front of each worship site the weekends of Oct. 24-25 and Oct. 31-Nov. 1.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Local & State
Need for emergency housing expected to worsen in Augusta
Proposed new task force to seek better coordination of those who can help those in need find housing.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Local & State
Augusta Boys & Girls Club adopts a new name, message
Executive Director Charles Huerth is rolling out new programs in line with the newly renamed Augusta Teen Center’s mission of helping teens.
Posted inCommunity, Kennebec Journal, Morning Sentinel
Free ME from Lung Cancer to host online auction through Oct. 31
Free ME from Lung Cancer’s online auction is under way through Saturday, Oct. 31, according to a news release from the Augusta-based nonprofit. Some of the auction items include a six-night bear hunt, overnight stays at various hotels around the state, lift tickets to ski areas, wine from Cellar Door, Shipyard beer, Lux Boxes and […]
Posted inKennebec Journal, Local & State, Maine Crime
Augusta man sentenced on assault, drug, threatening and theft charges
Joshua G. Devito, 26, cut a man with a broken bottle during a fight on State Street in Augusta in May.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Local & State, Schools and Education
Augusta-area technical students take part in Totally Trades Careers, an event aimed at girls across the state
The annual Maine Department of Education event, created to connect more girls to trades careers, went virtual this year.
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Former New York man sentenced for drug trafficking
Justice William Stokes warns Justin Lugo he must change how he lives his life and be there for his son.