FARMINGTON — Farmington’s first police chief, Raymond B. Orr Sr., was remembered Friday as a good person who was always willing to help. “Everybody says that, but he really did,” grandson, Jason Orr, said. “If you had a problem, he would help you find a solution.” Orr, 88, of Farmington, died Tuesday at Franklin Memorial […]
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Farmington police name employees of the year, quarter
FARMINGTON — For the second year in a row, police officer Michael Lyman has been named Farmington Police Department’s Employee of the Year. During the past year, Lyman took the responsibility of training coordinator for the department while also serving as the primary field training officer, Chief Jack Peck said in a news release. Lyman […]
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Farmington Police Department offers Citizen’s Police Academy
FARMINGTON — The Farmington Police Department is once again offering a Citizens’ Police Academy, free of charge. The academy will run from 6 to 9 p.m. every Wednesday for nine weeks starting Feb. 8. Applications are available at the department at 116 Franklin Ave. There are no tests or grades in the class, said Detective […]
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Truck driver in Farmington crash released from hospital
FARMINGTON — A Miami truck driver was about three-quarters of the way through a sharp curve during an ice storm Tuesday evening when the truck filled with water began to slide, he said Wednesday. Jimmy Jimenez Rojas said he thought a large snowbank would stop the tractor-trailer, but it plowed through, shearing off the porch […]
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Shopper struck by van in Wal-Mart parking lot dispute in Farmington
FARMINGTON — Police say a Norridgewock man struck another man with his van Tuesday during a confrontation in the Wal-Mart parking lot. Nicholas Smith, 34, was charged with driving to endanger. Smith got into an argument with another shopper around 2 p.m., according to a police report. It was unclear what started the argument, but […]
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Farmington Police warn of new computer scam
FARMINGTON — The Police Department is warning local residents of a new email scam. A Farmington resident brought to police three emails stating that his Mastercard or Visa was going to be charged a large amount “momentarily.” The email instructs the recipient to open an attachment for more details and provides a password for the […]
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Farmington chief serving with Maine Chiefs of Police Association
FARMINGTON — Police Chief Jack Peck was recently elected to serve as sergeant at arms for the Maine Chiefs of Police Association. “I’m humbled and proud to be considered and elected,” Peck said. The position starts three years of grooming to prepare Peck to be president of the association. After serving as sergeant at arms, […]
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Truck stolen in Farmington found in Rhode Island
FARMINGTON — A pickup truck reported stolen from Route 27 early Thursday morning was found overnight in Providence, Rhode Island. Two juveniles were apparently involved, said Detective Marc Bowering of the Farmington Police Department. A 2001 GMC Sierra pickup was reported missing by the owner before 7 a.m. Thursday, Bonnie Pomeroy, Farmington Police Department, read […]
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Farmington board hires policeman
FARMINGTON — The Board of Selectmen has approved hiring a new officer for the Farmington Police Department. Jesse A. Clement, 26, of New Portland started work Thursday. He fills a position held by William Tanner who left July 2 after seven years, Police Chief Jack Peck told the board. Clement was an officer with the […]
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Farmington police cruiser damaged in accident
FARMINGTON — A police cruiser was damaged Wednesday evening when an officer attempted to make a U-turn and didn’t see a vehicle traveling behind him, Police Chief Jack Peck said. Officer Kevin Lemay, 28, was driving west on U.S. Routes 2 and 4, also known as the Wilton Road, near Irving’s Big Stop at about 6 […]