Here are some of our favorite Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel photos from the past week.
2022
Israeli airstrikes on Gaza kill at least 10
Then Palestinian militants launch rockets as the two sides draw closer to another all-out war.
Musk countersuit accuses Twitter of fraud
Twitter has sued Musk to force him to complete the acquisition of the $44 billion deal for the social media company.
Democrats could strip Iowa caucus of opening spot in 2024 campaign
Some Democratic rules committee members privately said that the party is leaning toward either New Hampshire or Nevada going first.
Hallowell Multicultural Center working to become welcoming community hub
The facility, run by the Capital Area New Mainers Project, held its first official event during Old Hallowell Day in July.
Algae bloom continuing to affect North Pond in Rome, Smithfield
A scientist with the 7 Lakes Alliance says the pond has now seen a bloom every year since 2018 and conservationists are working to develop a watershed management plan to address the problem.
Lightning strike near White House leaves 3 dead, 1 injured
James Mueller, 76, and Donna Mueller, 75, of Janesville, Wisconsin, died of their injuries after the lightning strike in Lafayette Park.
Baileyville man killed in early morning house fire
Fire officials say there is no indication that foul play was involved in the fire at 24 Summit St. on Friday morning.
Reporting Aside: Mainers use terms that are wicked puzzling to others, and that’s just fine
Folks here have their own way of being in the world, which includes using seemingly odd turns of phrase, Amy Calder writes.
Brittney Griner recognized with WNBA moment of silence
Following Brittney Griner’s sentencing in Russia to nine years in prison Thursday, WNBA players, coaches and fans locked arms and tried to send the American basketball star strength during a moment of silence.