City of Calais

10/30/2026

🚔💙 Meet Our Newest Officers: Officer George Perkins! 💙🚔

The City of Calais and the Calais Police Department would like to introduce you to Officer George Perkins!

George, 20, has spent much of his life between Maine and New Jersey. He graduated from Absegami High School in Galloway, New Jersey, in 2024, where he spent four years studying Homeland Security.

Having spent much of his free time in Maine over the years, George knew it was where he wanted to build his future. Just two weeks after graduating high school, he made the decision to move to Maine and pursue his lifelong dream of becoming a police officer.

George continued his education at Washington County Community College, where he studied Criminal Justice in preparation for a career in law enforcement.

Outside of work, George enjoys spending time outdoors, particularly hunting and fishing.

Please join us in giving Officer Perkins a warm welcome to Calais! We are excited to have him as part of our team and wish him a safe, successful, and rewarding career serving our community! 💙🚔

10/30/2026

🚔💙 Meet Our Newest Officers: Officer Amanda Kurz! 💙🚔

The City of Calais and the Calais Police Department would like to introduce you to Officer Amanda Kurz!

Originally from Galloway, New Jersey, Amanda graduated from Absegami High School in 2023, where she focused her studies on Homeland Security. During her high school years, she also served as a Police Cadet Lieutenant with the Galloway Township Police Department.

In 2024, Amanda relocated to Maine to pursue her dream of a career in law enforcement. She continued her education at Washington County Community College, earning an Associate of Science degree in Criminal Justice.

Officer Kurz is excited to begin her law enforcement career and become part of the Calais community!

Please join us in giving Officer Kurz a warm welcome to Calais! We are excited to have her as part of our team and wish her all the best as she begins this new chapter! 💙🚔

10/30/2026

🚔💙 Please Join Us in Welcoming Our Newest Police Officers! 💙🚔

The City of Calais is pleased to announce that George Perkins and Amanda Kurz were officially sworn in as members of the Calais Police Department on Monday, October 26, 2026.

We extend our heartfelt congratulations to both officers as they begin this new chapter in their law enforcement careers!

The City of Calais is honored to have you both serving our community. We wish you continued success, safety, and fulfillment throughout your careers with the Calais Police Department.

Congratulations, Officer Perkins and Officer Kurz, and welcome to the team! 👮‍♂️👮‍♀️💙

10/26/2026

🚧 PUBLIC NOTICE – WALKWAY CLOSURE 🚧

The City of Calais would like to notify the public that the waterfront walkway is temporarily closed beginning at the underpass.

The walkway will not be passable today, Monday, October 26, 2026.

For your safety, please respect the closure and avoid entering the restricted area. We will update when it is open.

We appreciate your patience and cooperation.

10/22/2026

10/08/2026

After the executive session tonight; a motion was made by Councilor Macdonald and Seconded by Councilor Foster to give the City Manager permission to sign the Purchase and Sale Agreement of the Armory. The motion passed 4-3. However, this does not obligate the city to purchase the armory. The armory purchase will be on the next meetings agenda to discuss publicly. In favor was Macdonald, Foster, Beale, and Rogers.

10/08/2026

10/05/2026

10/02/2026

Notice from MaineDOT to Temporarily Close the Ferry Point Bridge in Calais
10/01/2026 02:52 PM EDT

CALAIS - October 1, 2026 - Starting October 13, the Maine Department of Transportation (MaineDOT) will temporarily close the Ferry Point Bridge over the St. Croix River which connects Calais, Maine and St. Stephen, New Brunswick for six weeks for a bridge rehabilitation project.

The project work includes deck rehabilitation and bridge joint repair on the Maine side of this international border crossing. Work is expected to be completed by the end of November.

Motorists traveling between Calais and St. Stephen should use the Milltown International Bridge (8 AM to 4 PM ET) or the International Avenue Bridge/St. Stephen Third Bridge (24 hours). Commercial traffic must use the International Avenue Bridge, also known as Third Bridge.

Travelers should expect delays, plan extra travel time, and follow all posted signs and directions in the work area.

MaineDOT appreciates the public's patience as crews complete this work to maintain the safety and reliability of the Ferry Point Bridge.

09/26/2026

There is discolored water in the system due to a water main break on Union Street. Crews are working to fix the break, however, repairs are expected to take until the early morning hours of Sunday, 9/27.