Daily Five: Visit Water Powered Up-Down Sawmill Saturday

1. Enjoy the sun today, if sunny is your preference, because this weekend is forecast to be rainy. Today will be sunny, with a high near 67, according to NOAA.gov with a chance of showers, mainly after 1 a.m. As the night progresses, clouds will move in and a low around 51.

2. Mayor John Rodolico said he made offers for both the Zoning Official and Highway Superintendent positions and hopes to hear back sometime next week.

3. The Water Powered Up-Down Sawmill has picked up operation for the spring. The historic mill is open from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturdays in April and May.

4. The trend toward regionalization is gaining speed. The town is seeking out the cost to contract emergency dispatch services from surrounding towns.

5. Newly elected executive officers for the are: Doug Hoge as foreman, Bob Heal as assistant foreman, Tom McCarthy as treasurer, Shannon McGuckin as secretary, Bill Pinckney as chairman of executive committee, Heidi Holyfield as member of executive committee, and Amy Renczkowski as member of executive committee.

The Gales Ferry Volunteer Fire Company responded to 645 calls last year, according to Fire Chief Tony Saccone.