Browsing: Local News

Ogden, UT – The Ogden Police Department has welcomed a new member to its ranks following a recent swearing-in ceremony. The department announced that one of its newest members was officially sworn in last week, marking the beginning of a new chapter with the Ogden Police Department. Police officials said they were excited to welcome the new member to the team and noted that the individual will continue their law enforcement career in Ogden. The department shared the swearing-in ceremony as a moment to recognize the newest addition and formally welcome them to the agency. “Welcome!” the department said in…

Ogden, UT – The Ogden City Fire Department reminded residents that a citywide ban on personal fireworks remained in effect as firefighters increased patrols across the city during the Fourth of July holiday weekend. According to the department, crews conducted enhanced patrols throughout Ogden, with additional attention focused on the foothill and east bench neighborhoods because of extremely dry conditions and an elevated wildfire risk. To help reduce fire hazards, parking lots at Beus Pond, 29th Street and 9th Street were closed after dark on Friday and Saturday during the holiday weekend. Officials also noted that the 22nd Street trail…