Mike Shildt stepped down from his role earlier this month, leaving two full years of his contract on the table. Although still owed money by the terms of the agreement, Shildt has revealed that he will no longer be receiving those remaining earnings.

The Town of Amsterdam will end its fire protection contract with the Fort Johnson Volunteer Fire Company at the end of the year. Local officials have not released further details, but the decision marks a shift in emergency service agreements in the area.