The founder of the militia, when contacted by a reporter using the phone number on the flier, said the group is meant to help teach locals survival and weapons skills.
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Mount Vernon library to start STEM programs for youth Nov. 1
Farmington Cooperative Extension Service has planned a series of STEM activities mainly for children 8 and older, to be held at Dr. Shaw Memorial Library, 344 Pond Road in Mount Vernon. Younger children also are welcome to attend, with a parent in attendance. The series is set for 4-5 p.m. Wednesdays at the library, beginning […]
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Mt. Vernon Loon Lap set for Aug. 13
The 10th annual Mt. Vernon Loon Lap 5K is scheduled for 9 a.m. Sunday, Aug. 13, from the Mt. Vernon Community Center, 2 Main St. Participants in the event will run, walk or stroll around Minnehonk Lake in this family friendly, untimed event. Loon Lappers will trek alongside the lake over paved roads and scenic, […]
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In wake of high court ruling, generator outside Mount Vernon Community Center prompts questions about a double standard
Five years after a couple were ordered to remove a generator that was too close to Minnehonk Lake, the town has installed a generator even closer to the same lake.
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University of Rhode Island names local dean’s list students
KINGSTON, R.I. — The University of Rhode Island has named 11 local students to its 2023 spring dean’s list. They include Kora Martel of Auburn, Bella DeVivo of Bethel, Abby Richardson of Bowdoin, Kaila Godbey of Jay, Jazmine Fournier of Lewiston, Morgan Fenderson of Lisbon Falls and Paige Rice of Mount Vernon. Also, Ashley Childs […]
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Local students graduate from The University of Alabama
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. — Two local students were awarded degrees during The University of Alabama’s spring 2023 commencement at Coleman Coliseum. Kyle Mercier of New Gloucester received a Bachelor of Science degree in Commerce & Business Administration. Madison Smith of Mount Vernon received a Bachelor of Science degree in Commerce & Business Administration. Check out […]
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As concerns continue over water quality, group launches protection plan for Messalonskee Lake
The 7 Lakes Alliance has begun a two-year project to reduce erosion along roads and homes that could ultimately lead to algae blooms in the lake.
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Bicycle-fixing workshop set for Mt. Vernon, Readfield May 1
A Fix-A-Bike Workshop is scheduled to be held in both Mt. Vernon and Readfield Monday, May 1. The event is for those curious about bicycle mechanics, looking to maintain their bike or conduct long-overdue care, and perform a roadside repair. The two-hour hands-on workshop is open to teens and adults. They are asked to bring […]
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Mount Vernon committee, library to sponsor theater group program
The Marti Stevens Interactive Improvisational Theater group is scheduled to present a program at 4 p.m. Saturday, April 15, at the Mt. Vernon Community Center, 2 N Road. The theater group, together with Spectrum Generations of Central Maine, has been awarded an AARP Community Challenge grant to present scenarios and discussions about challenges Maine’s elder […]
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Mount Vernon knitting, crocheting, crafting group to resume March 1
MOUNT VERNON — The Knitting, Crocheting and Crafting Group is scheduled to resume Wednesday, March 1 at The Dr. Shaw Memorial Library, 344 Pond Road. The group will meet from 1-3 p.m. the first and third Wednesday of each month. Participants can bring a knitting or crocheting project to work on, or get help or […]