Orford Police Department

05/19/2026

For those asking about seeing an increase in patrol activities.

NEWS RELEASE: “JOIN THE NH CLIQUE”: INCREASED SEAT BELT ENFORCEMENT PATROLS BEGIN

CONCORD, N.H. – Beginning this week and continuing through May 31, state and local law enforcement agencies across the nation are stepping up their enforcement efforts for drivers and their passengers who are not wearing their seat belts.

In New Hampshire, 121 law enforcement agencies are scheduled to participate in the “Join the NH Clique” campaign, utilizing funding provided by the New Hampshire Office of Highway Safety (NHOHS). State law requires anyone under the age of 18 to be secured by either a seat belt or a child safety seat. It is a driver’s responsibility to ensure that all child passengers are properly restrained.

While seat belt use in the state is among the lowest in the United States, wearing a seat belt is the single most effective decision a person can make to protect themselves and others in the event of a crash, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

“We urge all drivers and passengers to wear their seat belts on every trip, without exception,” said New Hampshire State Police Capt. Vincent Grieco, Enforcement Liaison to the NHOHS. “Sadly, choosing not to buckle up continues to result in preventable tragedies across our state. Through this campaign, we aim to save lives.”

In 2025, about 25% of victims of deadly vehicle crashes on New Hampshire roads were not wearing seat belts.

Six unbelted occupants, including drivers and passengers, have been killed in vehicle crashes to date in 2026. In 2025, 34 people who were not wearing a seat belt were killed. In 2024, 38 unbelted people were killed.

05/19/2026

Route 5 in Fairlee to open today!

05/18/2026

FYI from Fairlee Pd

05/04/2026

FYI

05/01/2026

On Monday, May 4th, at approximately 9:00 AM, Austin Construction will close the bridge on Archertown Road to begin dismantling.

All through traffic should follow the posted detour. Local residential and business traffic will be permitted to pass through the area, though periodic delays should be expected for safety reasons.

Please note that "Road Closed to Thru Traffic" means you should only proceed past the barrier if your destination—such as your home or business—is located within the restricted area and cannot be accessed by another route. If your destination is outside this area, please use the designated detour.

Thank you for your cooperation.

Best regards,

Kevin Follensbee
Town of Orford
Selectboard

04/15/2026

Construction on the Archertown bridge crossing Jacob's Brook is scheduled to begin soon. Austin Construction has provided a project timeline, and the following key dates have been established:

- April 20: Equipment mobilization begins (approximately 3 days).
- Following mobilization: Project and detour signs will be installed to limit traffic near the construction site.
- May 4: The bridge will close, and dismantling will begin (approximately 16 days).
- Following dismantling: Abutment replacement will start on the westerly side of the bridge.

Please note that these dates are approximate and subject to change based on project conditions.

03/12/2026

Update on Route 5…

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03/10/2026

Route 5 between Fairlee and Bradford in the ledges section is closed until further notice. Hopefully not for more than a few days. Plan accordingly and share.

Route 5 in Fairlee, VT closed due to rock slide. Travel through the area is difficult or impassable. State Police and officials are on the scene.

03/03/2026

Effective Thursday, March 5, 2026, the Orford Town Roads will be posted for a 6-ton weight limit until further notice. (NH RSA 231:191)

03/03/2026

FYI. I got this notice three times today via text. DELETE AND DO NOT OPEN

People in the area have been receiving this notice. This is a scam do not click on the link.