Historic headstone discovered in courthouse basement headed home to Rome

The discovery of a headstone in a disused part of the Kennebec County Courthouse sparked a search by Dan Brunelle, the county's facilities manager, to return it to its rightful place.

Fire damages century-old duplex home in Readfield

Firefighters from across the region spent about 10 hours knocking down the fire and putting out hot spots after the blaze was reported on Tallwood Drive.

Mount Vernon transportation service changes leadership

Massachusetts college names local president’s list honor students

UPS driver reports smoke after catching whiff of fire at Mt. Vernon home while making delivery

Nathan Allen called 911 on Monday when he smelled smoke at a residence where no one was home, and the local fire chief says he is grateful for the help.

Nichols College appoints Mount Vernon student to council

Fayette officials move forward with wireless contract negotiation for town-wide coverage

Project would bring internet to 825 locations in town, with the community contribution for each location estimated at $467.

Neighbors Driving Neighbors to hold volunteer orientation

Augusta man killed in Mount Vernon crash following 2 speeding incidents

Sheriff's Office: Mark Sousa, 44, died Saturday evening when thrown from his car after fleeing officers at high speed. Earlier in the day, Sousa fled officers while he was on a motorcycle.

Man pleads guilty to lesser charges in Mount Vernon child sexual assault case

If Anthony J. Mecham, initially charged with felony counts of gross sexual assault and visual sexual aggression against a child, complies with the terms of the agreement he may end up with lone charge of unlawful sexual contact.