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Juvenile suspect charged with murder in death of Mount Vernon teen

by Bonnie Washuk and Kelley Bouchard July 23, 2022July 23, 2022

A close-knit town is awash in grief, confusion and a newfound sense of danger after Brooke McLaughlin, 14, was found dead in her home Monday.

Health, Nation & World

U.N. health agency chief declares monkeypox a global emergency

by MARIA CHENG Associated Press July 23, 2022July 23, 2022

The chief of the World Health Organization says the expanding monkeypox outbreak in more than 70 countries is an ‘extraordinary’ situation that now qualifies as a global emergency.

Community

Farmington church to host benefit cruise in/car hop July 31

July 23, 2022July 19, 2022

FARMINGTON — A Cruise In/Car Hop is planned for 4 p.m. Sunday, July 31, with an entertaining afternoon/evening filled with music and food while viewing classic cars and trucks at Fairbanks Union Church, 583 Fairbank Road. According to a news release from the church, a truck division has been added this year. Car and truck […]

Community, Kennebec Journal

Mount Vernon nonprofit revs up engines on its auction, finishes July 29

July 23, 2022July 25, 2022

MOUNT VERNON — Neighbors Driving Neighbors, a volunteer-based nonprofit that offers free rides to rural residents in its service area, is currently hosting its annual auction online. The auction began July 1, and the nonprofit is heading for a strong finish Friday, July 29. To place a bid on one-of-a-kind art, treats, and experiences, visit […]

Community, Kennebec Journal, Morning Sentinel

Jefferson church to host fair July 30

July 23, 2022July 21, 2022

St. Giles Church’s mascot, Giles the mouse, has been busily working with parishioners to prepare a fun day for kids at the church’s annual fair from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, July 30, at 72 Gardiner Road, Jefferson. A highlight of the kids’ activities will be a Hobby Horse Showjumping Competition, a timed event […]

Business, News