A young man checks out a Tyngsborough Police Department cruiser during the Health and Safety Fair. (Courtesy Tyngsborough Police) 
The Massachusetts State Police Airwing participated in the Health and Safety Fair, landing one of their helicopters at the Tyngsborough Elementary School so residents could check it out. (Courtesy Tyngsborough Police) 
A member of the Northeastern Massachusetts Law Enforcement Council SWAT Team shows a young man some of his equipment. (Courtesy Tyngsborough Police) 
Residents young and old were able to check out Tyngsborough Police Department motorcycles. (Courtesy Tyngsborough Police) 
Tyngsborough Police and other local agencies provided safety information to residents during the event. (Courtesy Tyngsborough Police) 
Two boys check out the back of a Boston MedFlight ambulance. (Courtesy Tyngsborough Police) 
Children were able to check out the Tyngsborough Fire Department’s marine unit during the Health and Safety Fair. (Courtesy Tyngsborough Police)
TYNGSBOROUGH — Police Chief Richard Howe, Fire Chief Wes Russell, and Health Director Kerri Oun would like to share that the Tyngsborough Police, Fire and Health departments teamed up to offer the community a Health and Safety Fair on Sept. 30.
Held at the Tyngsborough Elementary School, the Health and Safety Fair featured opportunities to touch public safety vehicles from Tyngsborough Police and Fire, as well as a chance to see the Massachusetts State Police Airwing, and the Northeastern Massachusetts Law Enforcement Council SWAT truck.
Numerous informational booths provided information to residents on health and safety issues, and the Massachusetts National Guard provided a large bouncy house and slide for children to enjoy.
Families and residents were also able to meet and greet Tyngsborough’s first responders, as well as mutual aid partners from around the region.
The Health Department also provided free health check ups, flu shots, and opportunities to donate blood. Face painting, balloon animals, snacks, drinks, music, games and giveaways were also part of the event.
“I want to thank everyone who came out to our Health and Safety Day this year,” said Police Chief Richard Howe. “We believe in being open and transparent with our community, and in building relationships, and this event was a great opportunity to let community members see our equipment, meet members of our public safety team, and get to know our department and all those we work with hand in hand.”