Simple Defense Concepts

06/14/2026

Coming soon! We'll be adding a kickboxing class in the near future. Just waiting to finalize a couple of things. It will be Monday nights from 5:30 pm until 7:00 pm.

05/17/2026

Officials are unveiling Maine's first "Safe Haven Baby Box" at the Rumford Fire Department Tuesday, saying it will offer a safe, anonymous way for mothers in crisis to surrender their newborn. FULL STORY ⬇️

05/16/2026

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05/13/2026

If you are in the Oakland area , this is a great opportunity.

ITS TIME!!! Our first summer day camp!!! Register now to reserve your spot. The link is in the bio. We will be working with all skill levels. This will be an amazing time check out bjj and if you’re already a strong competitor we will have specific classes to take you to the next level.

05/09/2026

Last Thursday night at the Board of Selectpersons meeting, we had the honor of witnessing something truly powerful.

A member of our community, Bethany McInnis, showed incredible courage by publicly recognizing several of our officers for the role they played during a very difficult and dangerous domestic violence situation. Her words — that they made her “feel heard and feel safe” — are among the highest compliments a police officer can receive.

What made this recognition especially meaningful was that it wasn’t just about the initial response. These officers were singled out for their consistent compassion, their follow-up, and their willingness to check in — day and night — to make sure she was safe and supported. They didn’t just take enforcement action, write a report, and move on to the next call. They stayed engaged. They showed up. They cared.

Domestic violence calls are some of the most challenging we respond to. Behind every call is a person who may be scared, isolated, and searching for someone to listen. This recognition was not about arrests or statistics — it was about compassion, dignity, and doing the right thing when it matters most.

I could not be more proud of Detective Sergeant Donald Miller, Sergeant Lawrence Winson, Sergeant Robert Haseltine, and Detective Lawrence Briggs. They represent the very best of what policing should be.

Most importantly, we hope this moment sends a message to others who may be suffering in silence: you are not alone. There are people who care, and there is help.

Thank you, Bethany, for your strength, your courage, and for reminding all of us why this work matters.

~Chief Tony Milligan - Rumford Police Dept.

05/01/2026

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