FAIRFIELD — Police Chief John Emery is on leave as of Wednesday morning for personal reasons, according to Town Manager Josh Reny.

WATERVILLE — Music, Christmas cheer and three-quarters of a ton of food were all on hand at the Elks lodge for Christmas, as nearly a thousand people gathered to celebrate the holiday.

WATERVILLE — The holiday season would start for Ernest Verrill and his 12 brothers and sisters when his father brought home a $5 Christmas tree from a nearby lot.

During his years in World War II, Bill Joseph was a gunner and radar operator on a B-29 bomber; he spent much of his time fighting Japan’s military forces.

FAIRFIELD — The bottle redemption center next to the historic Gerald Hotel on Fairfield’s Main Street may not be a historical building, but that doesn’t mean it has no history.

FAIRFIELD — During the past 15 years, the culture of all-terrain vehicle riders has changed, leading to a more positive relationship with the broader community.

FAIRFIELD — For the sixth year in a row, Fairfield police officers will be wearing their uniforms, Santa Claus hats and wide smiles as they distribute presents to children in need throughout the community.

WATERVILLE — A local charity hopes to feed 1,000 people Christmas dinner this year at an annual event that continues to grow.