FARMINGTON — Increased rural patrols were among the goals Sheriff Scott Nichols Sr. set out in his campaign for Franklin County sheriff. It has been accomplished. Nichols of New Sharon just completed his first year of a four-year term and has plans for the second year. That includes establishing an eight-week Citizens Police Academy with […]
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Sheriff looks to appoint priest as department chaplain
PARIS — Sheriff Wayne Gallant intends to ask county commissioners to appoint a Catholic priest as the department’s chaplain at its meeting Tuesday. If appointed, the Rev. Gregory Dube, 35, a recent transfer to the parishes in Rumford and Bethel, will be on call to provide support to officers, victims and families per diem. Duty […]
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Washout closes Route 108 in Livermore
LIVERMORE — A section of Route 108 was closed to traffic Wednesday night after water from the nearby river washed across the roadway. At about 10 p.m., Androscoggin County Sheriff’s officials said an area between South and River roads would likely remain closed overnight. It was not immediately clear if the road itself was damaged. […]