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OOB recognized for
floodplain efforts
Old Orchard Beach was recognized last week for “continued and increased excellence” in floodplain management efforts.
Kevin Merli, a division director in the federal insurance and mitigation division for the Federal Emergency Management Agency, presented Code Enforcement Officer Mike Nugent a plaque at a Jan. 7 ceremony at Old Orchard Beach Town Hall.
Old Orchard Beach is one of 19 towns in Maine participating in the Community Rating System through the Insurance Services Organization. During its last evaluation, the town was reclassified to a level 8, meaning homeowners receive a 10 percent discount on flood insurance premiums.
Nugent said the town was reclassified after refining processes and procedures. The major difference was the public works department’s commitment to storm drainage maintenance, he said.
“It’s a good day for us today. We’re very excited,” he said.
Merli said Old Orchard Beach is one of nine towns in Maine with a level 8 classification.
“This is a real positive. I’m really impressed with your community and all the work they put in,” he said. “I think you guys are doing a good job.”
Sue Baker, state coordinator for the National Flood Insurance Program, said she is “very proud” of the work Nugent and town employees have put into improving floodplain management efforts.
Rep. George Hogan of Old Orchard Beach said “this is just one other example of why I am so proud to be a representative for this community.”
Biddeford man plans
to run for Legislature
Bil Moriarty of Biddeford has announced his candidacy for state representative.
Moriarty, a Democrat, said he would like to fill the district 136 seat being vacated by Steve Beaudette because he cares about and understands the needs of people in Biddeford. He is running as a Clean Election candidate.
“Biddeford-Saco is the gateway to southern Maine. We need some real progressive representation in Augusta,” he said. “The district needs to be represented by someone who can commit 100 percent of their time in Augusta.”
Moriarty said residents are concerned about a variety of issues that need to be addressed on both local and state levels, including redevelopment, job creation and access to health care. He said he can relate to people because he receives disability, Maine Care and Medicare.
“I know these programs and I know the difficulty of living with these programs. I can make a difference because I’ve been there,” he said.
Moriarty, a political newcomer, has taken classes at the University of Maine and civic leadership classes. He is a volunteer coordinator at the In-A-Pinch Pantry and participates in the Biddeford Crime Watch. He lives on Center Street with his wife, Amberlee, and his three children.
Sheriff will seek another term
York County Sheriff Maurice Ouellette has announced his intentions to seek a second term.
“I believe that during these extreme financially difficult times it is important to have someone in the office that has the experience and background to move the department forward so that the safety of the public is minimally affected,” he said in a prepared statement.
Ouellette is a 37-year veteran law enforcement officer and lifelong resident of York County. He began his career as a Sanford police officer and later served with the Maine State Police.
Ouellette is a graduate of the Maine State Police Academy, FBI National Academy Executive Development Course and holds an executive certificate from the National Sheriffs Institute in Longmont, Colo. Ouellette and his wife, Bonnie, have five children and 10 grandchildren.
Man indicted for break-in
A Biddeford man accused of breaking into a house and car was indicted on seven charges by a York County Grand Jury last week.
Shawn Emerton, 23, is charged with robbery with a weapon, burglary of a dwelling, two counts of theft, burglary of a motor vehicle, assault and refusing to submit to arrest.
Emerton was arrested Oct. 28 after a Biddeford officer on routine patrol saw him standing near a car holding a bag allegedly taken from the vehicle. The bag included designer clothing, electronics, jewelry and two steak knives, according to police. After Emerton was handcuffed, police said he attempted to flee and spit in an officer’s face.
Emerton also is accused of breaking into a home on Bradbury Street and demanding money from the resident. He left the apartment with two steak knives after the woman refused to give him $4, according to police.
Police later found a pillow sham full of medication taken from the home and Emerton’s photo identification. The steak knives found in the bag stolen from the car belonged to the woman from Bradbury Street, according to police.
floodplain efforts
Old Orchard Beach was recognized last week for “continued and increased excellence” in floodplain management efforts.
Kevin Merli, a division director in the federal insurance and mitigation division for the Federal Emergency Management Agency, presented Code Enforcement Officer Mike Nugent a plaque at a Jan. 7 ceremony at Old Orchard Beach Town Hall.
Old Orchard Beach is one of 19 towns in Maine participating in the Community Rating System through the Insurance Services Organization. During its last evaluation, the town was reclassified to a level 8, meaning homeowners receive a 10 percent discount on flood insurance premiums.
Nugent said the town was reclassified after refining processes and procedures. The major difference was the public works department’s commitment to storm drainage maintenance, he said.
“It’s a good day for us today. We’re very excited,” he said.
Merli said Old Orchard Beach is one of nine towns in Maine with a level 8 classification.
“This is a real positive. I’m really impressed with your community and all the work they put in,” he said. “I think you guys are doing a good job.”
Sue Baker, state coordinator for the National Flood Insurance Program, said she is “very proud” of the work Nugent and town employees have put into improving floodplain management efforts.
Rep. George Hogan of Old Orchard Beach said “this is just one other example of why I am so proud to be a representative for this community.”
Biddeford man plans
to run for Legislature
Bil Moriarty of Biddeford has announced his candidacy for state representative.
Moriarty, a Democrat, said he would like to fill the district 136 seat being vacated by Steve Beaudette because he cares about and understands the needs of people in Biddeford. He is running as a Clean Election candidate.
“Biddeford-Saco is the gateway to southern Maine. We need some real progressive representation in Augusta,” he said. “The district needs to be represented by someone who can commit 100 percent of their time in Augusta.”
Moriarty said residents are concerned about a variety of issues that need to be addressed on both local and state levels, including redevelopment, job creation and access to health care. He said he can relate to people because he receives disability, Maine Care and Medicare.
“I know these programs and I know the difficulty of living with these programs. I can make a difference because I’ve been there,” he said.
Moriarty, a political newcomer, has taken classes at the University of Maine and civic leadership classes. He is a volunteer coordinator at the In-A-Pinch Pantry and participates in the Biddeford Crime Watch. He lives on Center Street with his wife, Amberlee, and his three children.
Sheriff will seek another term
York County Sheriff Maurice Ouellette has announced his intentions to seek a second term.
“I believe that during these extreme financially difficult times it is important to have someone in the office that has the experience and background to move the department forward so that the safety of the public is minimally affected,” he said in a prepared statement.
Ouellette is a 37-year veteran law enforcement officer and lifelong resident of York County. He began his career as a Sanford police officer and later served with the Maine State Police.
Ouellette is a graduate of the Maine State Police Academy, FBI National Academy Executive Development Course and holds an executive certificate from the National Sheriffs Institute in Longmont, Colo. Ouellette and his wife, Bonnie, have five children and 10 grandchildren.
Man indicted for break-in
A Biddeford man accused of breaking into a house and car was indicted on seven charges by a York County Grand Jury last week.
Shawn Emerton, 23, is charged with robbery with a weapon, burglary of a dwelling, two counts of theft, burglary of a motor vehicle, assault and refusing to submit to arrest.
Emerton was arrested Oct. 28 after a Biddeford officer on routine patrol saw him standing near a car holding a bag allegedly taken from the vehicle. The bag included designer clothing, electronics, jewelry and two steak knives, according to police. After Emerton was handcuffed, police said he attempted to flee and spit in an officer’s face.
Emerton also is accused of breaking into a home on Bradbury Street and demanding money from the resident. He left the apartment with two steak knives after the woman refused to give him $4, according to police.
Police later found a pillow sham full of medication taken from the home and Emerton’s photo identification. The steak knives found in the bag stolen from the car belonged to the woman from Bradbury Street, according to police.
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