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Haz-mat, drone demonstrations, and more: Open House is April 26 at York County EMA
York County Emergency Management Agency Open House, complete with live demonstrations and more, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, April 26 at York County Emergency Management Agency, 149 Jordan Spring Road in Alfred.
Tammy L Wells
4 days ago2 min read

County budget committee to caucus, April 9, elect members
The York County Budget Committee will caucus April 9 to vote and fill vacancies.
Tammy L Wells
Apr 32 min read


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
Mar 315 min read


YCSO Deputies Now Have AEDs at the Ready, to Help Save Lives
The YCSO was awarded a grant from Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation to outfit 30 deputies with lifesaving AEDs.
Tammy L Wells
Mar 84 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


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


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


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


York County Government Breaks New Ground with Recovery and Training Centers
York County Government Breaks New Ground with Recovery and Training Centers
Tammy L Wells
Nov 24, 20244 min read


Biddeford Man to Serve Nine Years for Domestic Violence Strangulation
A 41-year-old Biddeford man convicted of Class A felony domestic violence aggravated assault has been sentenced to 16 years in prison.
Tammy L Wells
Nov 13, 20241 min read


Marks Named York County Jail Administrator
Major Lori J. Marks has been named Administrator of York County Jail.
Tammy L Wells
Nov 9, 20244 min read
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