Town of Camden, Maine

08/31/2026

Driving the speed limit is safer for everyone, especially for children walking and riding bikes to school and crossing roads. Please use caution as our littlest community members head back to school. Have a great school year, kids!

Schools begin classes this week. Students will be walking to school and there will be more traffic during the morning drop-off and afternoon pick-up times.

Watch for and stop for busses, reduce distractions by putting phones away, yield to pedestrians and expect delays.

Slow down for back to school.

08/29/2026

https://www.penbaypilot.com/article/maine-ems-celebrates-midcoast-paramedics-emts-honoring-excellence-and-embracing-resilience

On Aug. 28, the Friends of EMS for Maine gathered with clinicians and partners at the Maine Capitol in Augusta for a Memorial and Remembrance Ceremony, followed by awards of EMS staff around the state for their outstanding work.

08/26/2026

"We are still in a drought situation, and this fire could have cropped up earlier in the morning than it was discovered by a mountain biker, meaning it could have been a whole lot worse given conditions and location," said Camden Fire Chief Chris Farley.

Farley also credited excellent coordination between the Fire Department and Parks and Recreation staff at the Snow Bowl for efficiently getting water and resources to the fire to put it out.

CAMDEN -- A fire spreading near the top of Ragged Mountain in the early morning, Aug. 26, was discovered by a biker riding the trails. He called 911, Knox Regional Communications Center dispatch, as the smoke rose above the rocks and flames began to grow.. With the Midcoast in a severe drought and M...

08/25/2026

Camden and Rockport police officers sworn in to fill open shifts in each other's towns. https://www.camdenmaine.gov/news_detail_T50_R283.php

08/25/2026

Effective: Sept. 22
By vote of the MCSWC Board of Directors, the new rate for weighed trash is $270 per ton ($0.135 per pound).

New P.A.Y.T. Yellow Bag Prices
• Large 30-gallon bag — $4 per bag; sold in packs of five at $20 per pack
• Small 13-gallon bag — $2.75 per bag; sold in packs of 10 at $27.50 per pack
• Contractor-size bag — $8 each to dispose

NOTICE: MSW Disposal Rate and Yellow Bag Fee Increase Mid-Coast Solid Waste Corporation, serving the towns of Camden, Hope, Lincolnville, and Rockport, gives notice that the per-ton disposal rate for Municipal Solid Waste (MSW) and the Pay-As-You-Throw (P.A.Y.T.) yellow bag prices will increase on S...

08/25/2026

🚔 WE’RE HIRING — POLICE SERGEANT
The Town of Camden, Maine is seeking an experienced and motivated law enforcement professional to join the Camden Police Department as a full-time Police Sergeant.
This is an opportunity to take the next step in your career, lead and mentor officers, and make a meaningful difference in the Camden community.

https://www.camdenmaine.gov/employment_listings/index.php

💰 COMPENSATION
$45.25 – $51.37 per hour
Competitive wage and benefits package.
• Night Shift Stipend

• Education Stipend

• Specialty Stipend

🚔 SCHEDULE
• Four-day, 10-hour shifts
• Four days off

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education
• Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent required.
• Two-year college degree in criminal justice, law enforcement, public administration, or a related field preferred.
• Additional college education, specialized training, or professional development related to law enforcement or supervision preferred.
Experience
• Minimum of five years of experience as a certified full-time law enforcement officer.
• Demonstrated ability to perform the essential functions of a police officer.
• Demonstrated leadership ability, professional conduct, sound judgment, and effective interaction with the public.
• Prior supervisory experience preferred.
Certification & Licensing
• Valid Maine driver's license.
• All certifications required by the Maine Criminal Justice Academy and applicable law.
• Maintain fi****ms qualification and other mandatory law enforcement certifications required by the department.
Physical & Mental Requirements
Applicants must successfully meet the physical and mental requirements established by the Maine Criminal Justice Academy and the Camden Police Department.

📋 HOW TO APPLY
Submit an application, resume, cover letter, and a minimum of five work-related references to:
Police Lieutenant Michael Geary
Camden Police Department
P.O. Box 1207
Camden, Maine 04843
[email protected]
207-236-7953
Please mark the envelope or email: POLICE SERGEANT
Job applications are available at www.camdenmaine.gov

https://www.camdenmaine.gov/employment_listings/index.php

The Town of Camden is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
LEAD. MENTOR. MAKE AN IMPACT.

Join the Camden Police Department and help us continue to provide professional, community-focused law enforcement to the Town of Camden.

08/24/2026

Local artists, maritime exhibitors, food vendors, children's activities, live music, lobster crate race and more! Your port of call for an unforgettable Labor Day Weekend.