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Jessica Sacco worked at JGPR from 2015 to Sept. 2019.

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Andover Provides Resources for Residents Ahead of Anniversary of Gas Explosions

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Town of Andover
Department of Public Health
Thomas Carbone, Director of Public Health
36 Bartlet St.
Andover, MA 01810

townsealandoverFor Immediate Release

Wednesday, Sept. 11, 2019

Contact: John Guilfoil
Phone: 617-993-0003
Email: [email protected]

Andover Provides Resources for Residents Ahead of Anniversary of Gas Explosions

ANDOVER — Ahead of the anniversary of the gas disaster that affected homeowners, businesses and community members last September, Director of Public Health Thomas Carbone would like to provide several resources concerning behavioral health for those who may be in need.

“We know that the anniversaries for traumatic events can be difficult to relive,” Carbone said. “With everything that encompassed the gas explosions last year, we want to provide our community members with all the resources they may need to cope with negative or stressful emotions.”

The national @Distressline (call 1-800-985-5990 or text TalkWithUs to 66746) offers 24/7 emotional support.

Strength After is an initiative of @Distressline where anyone struggling after natural or human-caused disasters can read and  view stories of strength from other survivors and responders.

The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration offers the following tips to help those coping with stress after a disaster:

  • Remember you’re not alone. There are people who can help support you. Do not be afraid to ask for help.
  • Focus on the basics.  Remember to eat healthy foods, exercise and get good rest.
  • Take steps to reduce anxiety. Take media breaks — constantly checking social media or watching news about the disaster may cause you to feel anxious or overwhelmed.
    — Talk to children. They may feel sad, worried or scared. Let them know it’s OK to have these feelings.
    — Try to set a normal routine for yourself and family.
  • Be patient. There’s no one way to think, feel or respond to a disaster.
  • Reach out. Giving and receiving support is a positive action that can help you regain feelings of connection and safety.

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Reading Police Awarded Full State Re-Accreditation

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Reading Police Department
David Clark, Deputy Chief
15 Union St.
Reading, MA 01867

For Immediate Release

Tuesday, Sept. 10, 2019

Contact: John Guilfoil
Phone: 617-993-0003
Email: [email protected]

Reading Police Awarded Full State Re-Accreditation

Left to right: Accreditation Manager Lt. Christine Amendola, Deputy Chief David Clark, Lt. Detective Richard Abate and Vice President of MPAC Chelsea Chief Brian Kyes. (Courtesy Photo Reading Police)

READING — Deputy Chief David Clark is pleased to announce that the Reading Police Department earned its re-accreditation from the Massachusetts Police Accreditation Commission (MPAC) today.

This is the second time the Reading Police Department has earned re-accreditation through MPAC. They first earned accreditation in 2013. MPAC recognized the department for its achievement during a ceremony at the Connors Center in Dover today.

The accreditation process is long and vigorous. It involves both an internal self-review and an external assessment by the Commission’s team of experts. The process is a self-initiated evaluation by which police departments strive to meet and maintain the top standards of law enforcement. It is considered the best measure for a police department to compare itself against the established best practices around the country and region.

Under the leadership of Accreditation Manager Lt. Christine Amendola, with assistance from Lt. Detective Richard Abate and Lt. Kevin Brown, the Reading Police Department was assessed earlier this year by a team of commission-appointed assessors. The Assessment Team found the department to be in compliance with all applicable standards for accreditation.

“Earning re-accreditation for the second time illustrates that the Reading Police Department continues to maintain the highest standards of policing,” Deputy Chief Clark said. “I want to commend Lt. Amendola for taking the lead on this process and thank Lt. Detective Abate, and Lt. Brown for their hard work. I’m extremely proud of everything we’ve accomplished this year, and earning re-accreditation is a testament to that.”

The MPAC program requires that departments meet all 257 of their mandatory standards and 60 percent of the 125 optional requirements. These carefully selected measures include: Jurisdiction and Mutual Aid, Collection and Preservation of Evidence, Communications, Working Conditions, Crime Analysis, Community Involvement, Financial Management, Internal Affairs, Juvenile Operations, Patrol Administration, Public Information, Records, Traffic, Training, Drug Enforcement and Victim/Witness Assistance.

The Commission offers two program awards: certification and accreditation, with accreditation the higher of the two. Accreditation is granted for a period of three years. Participation in the program is strictly voluntary.

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Whittier Receives $400,000 Skills Capital Grant to Expand HVAC Program

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Whittier Tech
Maureen Lynch, Superintendent
115 Amesbury Line Road
Haverhill, MA 01830

For Immediate Release

Tuesday, Sept. 10, 2019

Contact: Jessica Sacco
Phone: 617-993-0003
Email: [email protected]

Whittier Receives $400,000 Skills Capital Grant to Expand HVAC Program

Whittier received a more than $400,000 Skills Capital grant to expand its HVAC program, which is lead by instructor Rich Gonsalves, pictured above. (Courtesy Photo Whittier)

HAVERHILL — Superintendent Maureen Lynch is pleased to announce that Whittier received a $409,225 Skills Capital Grant to expand its Heating, Ventilation, Air-Conditioning and Refrigeration program.

Skills Capital Grants, which are administered through Gov. Baker and Lt. Gov. Karyn Polito’s office, are designed to help high schools, colleges and other educational institutions invest in the most up-to-date training equipment to give their students an advantage when they continue in their chosen field or particular area of study. The awards cover a broad range of fields, from construction and engineering to healthcare and hospitality.

Whittier’s grant funding will be used to build a state-of-the-art lab with the latest HVAC and Refrigeration equipment used to work on residential, commercial and light commercial structures. Students will gain experience with gas and oil burner technologies, rooftop heating and cooling units, ice machines, refrigeration and freezer units, ductless high-efficiency heat pumps and air conditioning systems.

“This Skills Capital Grant will give students the opportunity to work on the latest energy efficient HVAC equipment,” HVAC Instructor Rich Gonsalves said. “With the addition of new equipment, we will be able to educate our students on the newest technology to increase the number of qualified technicians in our region. ”

Students will have opportunities to work both inside the classroom, in new student laboratories/workstations, and outside the building on real equipment used in the industry.

Construction on the new lab is set to begin in October, and is estimated to be completed by the end of the school year.

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Town of Rockport to Hold 9/11 Ceremony

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Town of Rockport
Director of Emergency Services Mark Schmink
34 Broadway
Rockport, MA 01966

For Immediate Release

Monday, Sept. 9, 2019

Contact: John Guilfoil
Phone: 617-993-0003
Email: [email protected]

Town of Rockport to Hold 9/11 Ceremony

ROCKPORT — Emergency Management Director Mark Schmink reports that Town of Rockport will hold a 9/11 ceremony this week and invites community members to attend.

WHEN:

Wednesday, Sept. 11 at 6:30 p.m.

WHERE:

Central Fire Station, 37 Broadway

WHAT:

Under the leadership and guidance of Schmink, who is also the Assistant Chief of the Rockport Police Department, and Fire Chief James Doyle, the town will hold a 9/11 ceremony to honor the lives lost on Sept. 11, 2001.

“The Rockport Fire Department has a long history and tradition of honoring fallen firefighters and gathering to support its membership and families of those in the service who were injured or lost,” Schmink said.

The schedule of events is as follows:

  • Opening remarks: Fire Chief James Doyle
  • Introduction of dignitaries: Town Administrator Mitchell Vieira
  • Invocation by clergy: Rev. Matthew Wigton
  • Moment of silence: Assistant Chief Kirk Keating
  • National Anthem: Cheryl Keating
  • Remarks by Board of Selectmen: Paul Murphy
  • Fire prayer: Lead by the Rockport Fire Department
  • Police prayer: Lead by the Rockport Police Department
  • EMS prayer: Lead by Rockport ambulance personnel
  • Closing remarks: Assistant Fire Chief Stephen Abell Jr.
  • Benediction by clergy: Pastor Derek Van Gulden
  • Striking of the Four Fives: Fireman’s Association
  • Taps: Firefighter Eric Beaulieu

“The fire service and its membership continue to show support for the community and each other,” Chief Doyle said. “This is just another example of how we honor the lives and memories of those who have given the ultimate sacrifice in service to others.”

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