Crime & Safety

How New Milford Weathered the Storm

With no reported power outages, or emergencies, New Milford fared well.

Chief of Police Frank Papapietro, who is also the town's OEM Coordinator, said that with no storm-related power outages or emergencies, New Milford weathered the storm well.

Regarding emergency service calls, Papapietro said that there were no reported Police, Fire or EMS emergencies during the storm.

Concerning snow removal and clean-up efforts he said, "DPW crews worked all night and will continue their clean-up efforts today." 

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Papapietro advises residents that overnight parking is still prohibited while clean-up efforts are continuing.

"For the most part, New Milford roads are open, but icy," Papapietro said. Adding that residents should still avoid unnecessary travel.

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Also, Papapietro is asking residents to check on elderly neighbors to make sure they are okay.

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