Residents in Old Friarsgate experienced an unexpected and impressive water feature along Charing Cross Rd. on Monday, as workers burying fiber optic cable accidentally broke a water line in two separate locations along the street. This incident prompted a boil water alert for the neighborhood. The mishap occurred when workersContinue Reading
By Al Dozier Two candidates have filed for the Irmo Council seat to be filled in a special election February 27. Gabriel Penfield and George Frazier have officially filed for the seat, left vacant by Bill Danielson, who was elected mayor in November. Both candidates made unsuccessful efforts to winContinue Reading
Chief Bobby Dale is announcing the termination of an Irmo Police Officer. An investigation was opened by IPD’s Internal Affairs this morning after receiving information that Officer Lee Haley was involved in removing political signs that were recently reported as stolen this week by candidate Gabriel Penfield. The investigation determinedContinue Reading
By Al Dozier The Irmo Town Council heard a special presentation at the January 16 meeting honoring the town’s past police chiefs. A framed picture showing headshots of all of the town’s past police chiefs was presented to the council by Brian Penna, a long-time local businessman who had closeContinue Reading
In a solemn gathering at Irmo Village Apartments on Thursday, January 4, the community came together to express heartfelt recognition and gratitude for Senior Corporal Chris Kaderly of the Irmo Police Department. The event, marked by a poignant ceremony and a symbolic balloon release, honored Officer Kaderly’s selfless attempt toContinue Reading
By Al Dozier The Irmo Town Council recently adopted a proclamation honoring the Irmo Police Department for its outstanding services to the Irmo community. The Department Criminal Investigations Division, led by Sergeant Kelly Mountzouros, was singled out for its work on criminal investigations that caught the notice of the FBI.Continue Reading
In a recent statement addressing the courageous actions of Senior Corporal Christopher Kaderly, Chief Dale of the Irmo Police Department expressed pride and admiration for the officer’s exemplary response to an apartment fire at Irmo Village Apartments. Chief Dale began by acknowledging the multifaceted role that police officers play withinContinue Reading
In a surprise at Town Hall, Councilman Erik Sickinger paid a visit to honor the exceptional holiday lights decorating Irmo. Public Works Director Whitt Cline received a well-deserved certificate recognizing his outstanding efforts in orchestrating the dazzling holiday displays throughout the town. Whitt Cline, along with the dedicated Public WorksContinue Reading
On Tuesday, December 19th, the Irmo Town Council took the opportunity to recognize the outstanding contributions of the Irmo Police Department’s Criminal Investigations Division and the exemplary leadership of Sergeant Kelly Mountzouros during their December 2023 Council Meeting. The Criminal Investigations Division received a commendation for its unwavering dedication toContinue Reading
Gabriel Penfield, a prominent local businessman known for his entrepreneurial ventures, has officially thrown his hat into the ring for the Irmo Town Council once again. With a proven track record spanning over 20 years, Penfield brings a unique blend of business acumen and community dedication to the forefront ofContinue Reading
In the spirit of holiday giving, the Irmo Police Department Community Foundation successfully hosted its annual Shop With A Cop event at the Walmart in Ballentine on December 12 and 14. This heartwarming initiative provided a special opportunity for thirty families each day to shop for gifts alongside Irmo policeContinue Reading