Glouster Fire Department

09/01/2026

INCREASED PATROL IN GLOUSTER

From August 26 through August 29, 2026, the Athens County Sheriff's Office conducted increased criminal patrol efforts in the Village of Glouster. Detectives and deputies conducted numerous traffic stops in the village, resulting in multiple arrests and the initiation of several drug investigations.

Sheriff Rodney Smith stated, “These increased patrol efforts are about being visible, proactive, and addressing criminal activity that impacts the quality of life in our communities. Our deputies and detectives will continue working to identify drug activity, apprehend wanted individuals, and keep Athens County communities safe.”

The following enforcement actions were taken:

August 26, 2026: Detectives conducted a traffic stop resulting in charges for tampering with evidence and possession of a controlled substance.

August 27, 2026: Detectives conducted two traffic stops resulting in citations for driving without a license, charges for possession of a controlled substance, and one arrest for an outstanding warrant.

August 29, 2026, detectives and deputies conducted a traffic stop that resulted in charges for possession of a controlled substance and an arrest directed by the Adult Parole Authority. Additionally, contact with a suspicious individual resulted in charges for tampering with evidence and possession of a controlled substance.

08/26/2026

Huge Thank You to Walmart in Athens for donating life vests to our department. Life jackets are critical for water rescues and for helping people evacuate from flooded areas.

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08/15/2026

No one turned away! 7 Smith St., New Lexington, 43764 (Detergent, pillow, personal care, baby care, cases of water, masks, clothes, non-perishable food)

08/14/2026

Relief Supplies:

To anyone needing cleaning supplies, clothes, diapers etc.

Both the Corning Fire Department and Corning Civic center just reached out and said they have several supplies available for anyone from our area that may need them.

Items are available for pickup at the Corning Civic Center until 8 PM tonight Friday August 8-14-2026 and they will also be available over the weekend.

Thank you to everyone from Corning for reaching out and providing these supplies.

08/14/2026

08/14/2026

Donations Needed:

Just spoke with Athens County EMA and we have multiple families in our area that are either displaced or needing items to clean up after the recent flooding.

HAPCAP in Glouster has agreed to be a drop off location for donations. They are asking for drop offs to be at the rear side of the building. Items will be accepted during normal business hours.

Items most needed at this time are any type of cleaning supplies. Non perishable foods or anything shelf stable. Gift cards will also be accepted.

Please no clothing at this time.

As I find out about additional needs I will try to come up with a better list.

Thank You

Glouster Fire