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Local fire and police report calls and staffing updates; township to hire two full‑time firefighters
Summary
Michiana fire volunteers responded to five calls in August; New Buffalo Township reported 41 calls in August and approved hiring two full‑time firefighters starting Sept. 22. Police reported 75 calls and 33 citations in August and are interviewing to fill an open position.
The Michiana Shores Volunteer Fire Department responded to five fire‑related calls in August, according to a report given on behalf of Gary Bendix. The department reminded residents of its annual pancake breakfast scheduled for Oct. 12 (7 a.m.–noon Central Time).
New Buffalo Township Fire Chief Jamie Flick reported the township had 41 calls in August (five in Michiana) and that year‑to‑date calls are 43 above last year’s average. The Township Board approved hiring two full‑time firefighters (Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–4 p.m.) who will start on Sept. 22. Police Chief Ryan Layman reported 75 calls for service in August and 33 citations issued; the department is working to fill an open position and has an interview scheduled for the following week.
