In February 2026, the Town of Amherst experienced a data breach that was discovered on March 9, 2026. The Town of Amherst, through counsel, reported this incident to the Maine Attorney General's office on April 1, 2026.
The breach involved names and other personal identifiers for an estimated 270 individuals. The specific types of "other personal identifiers" have not been publicly detailed. It remains unclear whether financial, medical, or Social Security number data was compromised.
Details about data breaches can emerge over time, and consumer notifications may be delayed.