The Newport Police Department is hiring a community affairs specialist to work within the community and build relationships with residents. Barry Shields, who currently works in the code department, will fill the new role, which will be oriented toward community policing. Newport Police Chief Chris Fangman said the role will involve doing a lot of […]
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Newport police department considers adding more Teslas to fleet
Newport is considering adding two more Teslas to its police fleet, which have already saved the department $3,449 in fuel costs, and have had no maintenance costs.
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Tom Fromme reflects on a 44-year career
Tom Fromme, a third-generation resident of Newport, is set to retire after 44 years of service, having served as police chief and city manager and leaving a legacy of civic pride and successful development projects.
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Newport police provide update on shootings amid misinformation
Newport Assistant Police Chief Herschel Day updated the Newport Commission on the three shootings the city has experienced this year, stating that all three remain open and the police department is actively investigating each case.
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Police investigating fatal shooting in Newport
Officials are investigating following a fatal shooting in Newport Saturday afternoon. A 42-year-old man arrived at the Newport Fire Department at 3:30 p.m. with an unknown injury, according to a press release from the Newport Police Department. Paramedics began treating the man and discovered that he had been shot in the chest. Campbell County Police […]
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Newport city manager to retire after 44 years with the city
Newport City Manager Tom Fromme has announced his retirement at the end of the year after a 44-year career, during which he oversaw the development of several major projects and improvements to the city’s infrastructure.
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Newport’s World Peace Bell to be relocated this week
The World Peace Bell is being temporarily relocated to the Newport Public Works lot for storage due to the redevelopment of its site, with the move being facilitated by the Newport Police Department.
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Newport Police Department seeks grant for computer replacement
The Newport Police Department is applying for a grant to replace all computers within the department to include mobile data terminals in police cars, which is estimated to cost at least $40,000.
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Newport Police Department secures grant to expand citywide camera program
Newport Police Department has received an $81,000 Port Security Grant to expand its citywide camera program, which will be used to monitor traffic accidents and investigate crimes.
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Newport Police Department in process of adding Teslas to fleet
The Newport Police Department could be utilizing Teslas in the near future. The department is currently accepting sealed bids for three 2023 Tesla Model 3 rear-wheel drive vehicles. Newport Police Chief Chris Fangman said they are currently going through the procurement process of the Teslas with the idea of giving one to a shift lieutenant […]