Augusta area police reports for Jan. 11, 2017.
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Lawmakers may seek court opinion on constitutionality of ranked-choice voting
Senate President Mike Thibodeau plans to seek approval of an order asking the state supreme court to decide whether Maine’s new voting system is constitutional.
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Prominent downtown Augusta building potentially headed to auction block, foreclosure
However, city officials were told by the owners of Key Plaza they hope to retain the building and extend a lease for state office space there.
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Augusta could generate electricity using methane from Hatch Hill landfill
The city already captures, and burns off with a flare, methane gas produced at the landfill.
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Thousands flock to Augusta for first day of Maine Agricultural Trades Show
The legalization of marijuana and its effect on the farming industry was also a popular topic on the trade show floor Tuesday.
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Augusta protest of Trump nominees draws two dozen
The event was part of the Day Against Denial, a national effort by environmental and climate groups to urge senators to oppose Trump cabinet picks.
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Augusta Age Friendly committee to hold focus groups
The committee is putting together an action plan to make Augusta a livable community for people of all ages.
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Central Maine business briefs
McKee Law, in Augusta, adds Henry Beck to firm as associate attorney.
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Rooftop snow in central and northern Maine almost at its max, officials say
Mainers already should be working to safely clear snow and ice from their roofs, according to state emergency management officials.
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Augusta Sears to close this spring
The store, which anchors the north end of the Turnpike Mall shopping center, is expected to close in March.