RUMFORD — FEMA has opened a Damage Recovery Center at Rumford Falls Auditorium, daily from 8 a.m.-6 p.m. FEMA Assistance can be requested in the following methods: • In person at the Rumford Falls Auditorium, 145 Congress Street, Rumford, 8 a.m.-6 p.m., 7 days a week (please use entrance at 150 River Street from Monday-Friday […]
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Wilton Police to look for funds elsewhere for new hire
The Wilton Board of Selectpersons decided not to make a motion on Tuesday, Feb. 6, to use undesignated funds to buy out the contract for an experienced police officer to fill Wilton PD’s vacant position.
Wilton’s tip line is now active, goes right to on-duty officers
Vice-Chair Mike Wells stated at the Wilton Select Board meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 6, the tip is now active as part of the neighborhood watch program.
Children’s Festival set for Saturday at Mt. Blue High School in Farmington
Over 30 organizations are participating, along with law enforcement and fire service agencies.
Jay to have more repairs done on 2006 fire engine
The board also signed the Town Meeting warrant for April 23, certified ordinances and set a public hearing on proposed $6.1 million budget for March 11.
Two Rumford police officers presented with statewide awards
Police Sgt. Donald Miller received the Heroism Award and retired police Officer Douglas Maifeld received the Lifetime Achievement Award.
UMF to host FEMA Disaster Relief Center for people who received damage in December storm
The relief center will open Tuesday for seven days or until further notice in Room 001 at the Roberts Learning Center at 270 Main St. in Farmington.
Jay-based school district budget proposal up 6.3%
The $24.67 million spending plan is $1.46 million more than this fiscal year.
7 properties in Canton qualify for FEMA flood assistance
Canton is one of 81 communities in the state eligible for some of the $10 million awarded to the state by the Swift Current grant from the Federal Emergency Management Agency. The deadline to apply for the assistance program is March 15.
Wilton police looking for ’80s Oldsmobile reportedly involved in police officer impersonation
A person allegedly driving the burgundy vehicle was reported to be a white male approximately 5-foot, 6-inches tall with a skinny body build, wearing a new black uniform with an external vest but showing no badge.