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Portland firefighters get grant for training, PPE

August 3, 2020

PORTLAND — The Portland Fire Department has received more than $215,000 in federal funding to improve safety within the department. The department was awarded $216,600 through the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program, which helps provide funding for training, emergency response equipment, personal protective equipment and emergency vehicles. Departments in Old Orchard […]

Maine

Augusta firefighter tests positive for COVID-19, prompting quarantine of others

by Keith Edwards May 7, 2020May 7, 2020

The Augusta city emergency services worker is now resting at home, while five others have been placed on a 14-day quarantine, according to the fire chief.

Editorials, Opinion

Our View: Benefits should reflect sacrifices of Maine’s crime analysts

by The Editorial Board February 28, 2020February 27, 2020

To ensure justice for others, they deal with disturbing evidence of the ugliest crimes our state sees.

Northern Forecaster

Falmouth told to close fire station, hire more firefighters

by Kate Irish Collins February 11, 2020February 11, 2020

A consultant says the town has immediate staffing needs that must be addressed.

Northern Forecaster

Falmouth businesses evacuated due to power issues

February 10, 2020February 10, 2020

FALMOUTH — Walmart and Flagship Cinema on Route 1 were cleared of customers and staff and were temporarily closed for about two hours Monday morning, Feb. 10, after employees at the theater noticed power fluctuation issues and a burning smell, according to Fire Chief Howard Rice. Central Maine Power also responded to the scene, and […]