public safety

Published
March 13, 2023

Passersby rescue ATV riders who broke through ice at Litchfield pond

Officials say quick action by two men, one of whom broke through the ice at Pleasant Pond during rescue efforts himself, could have been lifesaving.
Published
March 8, 2023

Security stepped up at old Kennebec County courthouse after threats, safety concerns

Visitors to the historic building that houses Kennebec County District Attorney's Office and Probate Court office are now being screened by security.
Published
March 1, 2023

Work to begin soon on replacing bridge that provides main access to downtown Augusta

Construction on the bridge to replace the Rines Hill Bridge on Water Street, between the Augusta Fire Department headquarters and downtown, is expected to start this month and take about a year.
Published
February 24, 2023

Legislature considers big hike in fines for distracted driving

A proposal would hike penalty for drivers using mobile phones from $50 to $500 for a first offense.
Published
February 21, 2023

Somerset County cuts 911 answering service for Kennebec County, citing staffing challenges

Kennebec County officials are now considering what steps they can take to fill the gap in emergency communications after Somerset County commissioners voted to not renew contracts with 16 communities across northern and western Kennebec County.
Published
February 12, 2023

Brunswick’s new fire station brings key comforts, safety upgrades

After more than 100 years at Town Hall Place, the Brunswick Fire Department is adjusting to its new station, designed with firefighters' comfort and safety in mind.
Published
December 11, 2022

Augusta City Council expresses concerns about short-term housing rentals

Officials question whether the city's ongoing housing shortage could be worsened if more housing were converted into short-term vacation rentals.
Published
May 18, 2021

Yarmouth opens new $8.5 million public safety building

The new headquarters will help Fire-Rescue units get to emergencies quicker as calls for service have increased in recent years.
Published
January 24, 2021

Portland Racial Equity Steering Committee accepting written comments
Published
August 3, 2020

Portland firefighters get grant for training, PPE