House fire ruled suspicious
MOUNT VERNON — The investigation into a house fire Tuesday on East Ohio Avenue has been called “suspicious in nature” by investigators from the Mount Vernon Fire Department. A joint investigation by the MVFD and Mount Vernon Police Department continues today.
Melissa Raines
MV police investigating alleged stabbing
MOUNT VERNON — Mount Vernon Police investigated an alleged stabbing incident last night at 103 Crook St. The victim, Cathy J. Faught, said she was home alone and asleep in her bedroom when an unknown person allegedly entered the room and attacked her. She could not describe to police the instruments used to attack her.
Bladensburg to look for fire chief
BLADENSBURG — The Bladensburg Volunteer Fire District Board of Trustees met for several hours last night, during which the discussion led to the decision to accept resumes for the chief’s position for the next two weeks. At that time, the board will meet to discuss what further procedures will be involved in that selection.
Melissa Raines
