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Sheriff celebrates employees, citizens academy graduates - and chili
The York County Sheriff's Office annual awards ceremony for 2024 was held Friday, March 21.
Tammy L Wells
14 hours ago5 min read


Old crimes revealed in 1890s, 1900s, York County Jail logbooks
A man who used 3 aliases was committed to the York County Jail June 15, 1893 for highway robbery. Read the rest of the story.
Tammy L Wells
16 hours ago5 min read


First County Foundation looks to fill needs at training and recovery centers
First County Foundation, the charitable arm of York County Government, is a nonprofit to support endeavors to strengthen communities.
Tammy L Wells
Feb 254 min read


York County Staff Spotlight: Sgt. Jason Drouin
Learn more about Sgt. Jason Drouin from the York County Jail and how he credits as the reason he comes to work every day.
Tammy L Wells
Feb 172 min read


Old Orchard Beach man sentenced to 20 years for robbing Biddeford cheese shop
An Old Orchard Beach man with a history of convictions for robbery has been sentenced to serve 20 years in state prison.
York County Maine Government
Feb 172 min read


Uncovering York County's Forgotten Past: A 1748 Deed and the Siege of Louisbourg
Our ongoing archive of historical records has unearthed a remarkable document, one with a direct link to colonial history.
Andrew O'Neill
Feb 132 min read


Homefront Peer Group Supports Significant Others of First Responders Meetings Commence Feb 23
Meetings are held on the last Sunday of each month and are designed to provide support and education significant others of first responders.
Tammy L Wells
Feb 123 min read


A Fire and a Bell; York County Recalls Anniversary of 1933 Courthouse Blaze
92 years ago, on Feb 8, 1933, the unthinkable happened. The wooden center portion of the stately York County Court House in Alfred burned.
Tammy L Wells
Feb 57 min read


Construction Update Jan 2025
Construction progress for the York County Training Center and Recovery Center.
Katherine Derby
Jan 201 min read


York County Commission Elects Chair, Vice Chair; Votes to Keep Fees at Present Levels
Longtime commissioner Richard Dutremble of Biddeford was unanimously elected Chair for 2025, and Commissioner Robert Andrews Vice-Chair.
Tammy L Wells
Jan 142 min read


York County Sheriff's Office to Launch Citizen Police Academy
'Recruits' to get first-hand look at patrol, corrections, K9 utilization - and a ride-along
Tammy L Wells
Jan 144 min read


With Price Guarantee Approved, York County Recovery Center Moves Forward
The recovery center will offer a full continuum of care, from detoxification, residential and outpatient programs, aftercare, and more.
Tammy L Wells
Jan 83 min read


York County Bids Farewell to Major Kathryn Mone, Strafford County's New Sheriff
York County Sheriff's Office bids farewell to Major Kathryn Moone, Strafford County's New Sheriff
Tammy L Wells
Jan 62 min read


Sheriff Taps Longtime Law Enforcement Officer for Major of Operations Role
Craig Sanford has been named Major of Operations at York County Sheriff's Office and will take up his new duties on January 6.
Tammy L Wells
Dec 27, 20242 min read


York County, Coastal Town, Forge Famework to Tackle Beach Restoration, Resilience
York County govt and coastal municipalities are forging a framework to work together to restore beaches and protect public infrastructure
Tammy L Wells
Dec 20, 20244 min read


They've Got the 'Spirit of America'
York County Commissioners bestowed 18 Spirit of America Foundation tributes, recognizing groups and individuals
Tammy L Wells
Dec 17, 20246 min read


York County is 'StormReady'
York County EMA has been named StormReady by the National Weather Service in Gray, ready and prepared when a storm strikes.
Tammy L Wells
Dec 12, 20243 min read


Area Residents View New My Place Teen Center
My Place Teen Center, the former St. Andre Church for 10 decades, will nurture young people from Biddeford and beyond.
Tammy L Wells
Dec 10, 20245 min read


NOTICE OF MEETING
December 10, 2024 at 8:30 am at the York County Government Building.
Katherine Derby
Dec 6, 20241 min read

York County Staff Spotlight: Debra Ham
Get to know the faces behind your county government. Learn more about Debra Ham, Paralegal at the York County Probate Court.
Tammy L Wells
Nov 26, 20242 min read
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