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Melrose Police Raise $7,000 for Community Programs Through Golf Tournament Fundraiser

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Melrose Police Department
Michael L. Lyle, Chief
56 W. Foster St.
Melrose, MA 02176

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Monday, Oct. 30, 2017

Contact: John Guilfoil
Phone: 617-993-0003
Email: john@jgpr.net

Melrose Police Raise $7,000 for Community Programs Through Golf Tournament Fundraiser

Left to right: Medford Capt. Kevin Faller, Joe Maher and Melrose Lt. Tim Maher won the Melrose Police Department’s first golf tournament at Mount Hood. (Courtesy Photo Melrose Police Department)

MELROSE — Chief Michael L. Lyle is pleased to announce that the Melrose Police Department’s community golf tournament brought in $7,000 to support community programs.

On Oct. 16, 86 golfers hit Mount Hood, 100 Slayton Road for a friendly competition.

Lt. Tim Maher and his team took home first place, beating out more than 20 teams to claim the title.

The golf tournament served as the Melrose Police Department’s annual fundraiser. Money raised is used to support community programs like the Junior Police Academy, Rape Aggression Defense (R.A.D.) Program, the Melrose K-9 Program and the Melrose Police Scholarship Fund, which gives college scholarships to Melrose High School students pursuing an education in policing or criminal justice.

“Our first tournament was a great success,” Chief Lyle said. “All the golfers had a lot of fun, despite the cold weather, and we plan to make this an annual event.”

Melrose Police would like to thank all the volunteers for their work on this event and the generous tee and green sponsors:

Melrose Glass, Clean Sweeper Cleaning Services, Ward Insurance, Perella Jewelers, La Qchara, T’ahpas 529, Christian Hashem for Melrose Schools, Committee to Elect Mike Zwirko, Frank and Maura Goodhue, Iron Workers Local 7 Union, Vaughan Plumbing and Heating, Melrose United Soccer, Joseph M. Stanton, MST Certified Public Accountant, Karelas Family, Gately Funeral Home, Committee to Elect Jennifer Lemmerman, Melrose Elks Lodge 1031, Melrose Police Relief Corporation, Melrose Police Superior Officer’s Association, Melrose Police Patrolman’s Association, James Construction, Theo’s Pizzeria of Melrose, Buckalew’s General Store, the Pashoian family, the Forestell family, Michael and Eileen Lyle, Hugo’s Appliances, Massachusetts Fraternal Order of Police, Balanced Being Massage of Melrose and Diamond Management Group, Inc.

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Photo: Reading Police Help Make Challenger Division’s Season-Ending Baseball Game a Success

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Reading Police Department
Mark D. Segalla, Chief of Police
15 Union St.
Reading, MA 01867

For Immediate Release

Monday, June 19, 2017

Contact: John Guilfoil
Phone: 617-993-0003
Email: john@jgpr.net

Photo: Reading Police Help Make Challenger Division’s Season-Ending Baseball Game a Success

Members of the Reading Police Department, including Chief Mark Segalla, showed up to support the All-Star Challenger Division baseball game. (Courtesy Photo)

READING — Chief Mark D. Segalla is pleased to announce that he and other members of the Reading Police Department assisted with the North Reading/Reading Challenger Division’s final baseball game of the season last weekend.

Players gathered at Hunt Field on Sunday, June 11 for the event, along with several Reading police officers.

In 2014, North Reading/Reading Little League established its own Challenger Division, which is a branch of Little League Baseball that launched nationally in 1989 to give boys and girls with physical and mental disabilities the chance to participate in the sport.

The North Reading/Reading Challenger Division is open to residents, ages 4 to 18 (or up to 22 if still enrolled in high school). Each player is partnered with a buddy to assist on the field when needed. Reading Police Officers worked with buddies already in place to ensure the game went off without a hitch.

“We relish every opportunity to get out and participate in community events,” Chief Segalla said. “The Challenger Division is a special communtiy asset, and I am glad that we had a chance to get involved and do our part to make the game a special one for the players and their families.”

Chief Segalla and his team of officers would like to thank Chris and Andrea Hanson for their effort in planning the game as well as all the families who attended and participated in the game. They also wish to thank the Reading Recreation Department, which joined the police in assisting on game day.

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Rochester to Host Community Photography Show

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City of Rochester
Daniel Fitzpatrick, City Manager
31 Wakefield Street
Rochester, NH 03867

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Thursday, April 27, 2017

Media Contact: John Guilfoil
Phone: 617-993-0003
Email: john@jgpr.net

Rochester to Host Community Photography Show

ROCHESTER — Rochester Main Street and Rochester First United Methodist Church are teaming up to host a free community photography show and contest for local photographers next month.

Continuing the tradition started years ago with the Rochester Public Library Community Photography Show, the Rochester First United Methodist Church in partnership with Rochester Main Street are now sponsoring  the inaugural Community Photography Show for amateur photographers May 24 -June 13.

The public is invited to an opening reception on May 24 at 7 p.m., when the winners will be announced and prizes awarded. Refreshments and entertainment will follow.

A panel of professional photographers will be on-hand to discuss individual exhibitor’s work with those who wish to take advantage of this opportunity. This is a tremendous opportunity to showcase Rochester’s vibrant and thriving art community.

SCHEDULE:

Wednesday, May 24 at 7 p.m. — Photographers’ Reception

May 27 to June 12 — Photography Show Times Throughout the Exhibition:

  • Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 3-5 p.m. and 6-8 p.m.
  • Saturdays and Sundays from 1-3 p.m.
  • Special Showings: Friday, May 26, June 2 and June 9 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m

WHERE:

Rochester First United Methodist Church, 34 South Main St., Rochester

WHAT:

The event will kick off with an opening reception to announce winners and award prizes. A panel of professional photographers will discuss individual amateur exhibitor’s works and judge the photographs. First and second places ribbons will be awarded, and each judge will also award a “Judges Favorite” ribbon as well as “Best of Show” and “Special Merit” ribbons.

Photographers have been submitting their work over the past month. Please come out and support Rochester’s photographers.

For more information on the event or to become a sponsor contact coordinator CindyEdgerly at cindyedge@myfairpoint.net.

Rochester Main Street is a nonprofit organization focused on bringing together stakeholders in the downtown to aid in downtown revitalization. The organization is supported by a grant from the New Hampshire State Council on the Arts and the National Endowment for the Arts.

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Methuen Police Department Announces Promotions of Three Officers

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Methuen Police Department
Joseph Solomon, Chief of Police
Quinn Public Safety Building
90 Hampshire St.
Methuen, MA 01844

For Immediate Release

Thursday, March 9, 2017

Contact: John Guilfoil
Phone: 617-993-0003
Email: john@jgpr.net

Methuen Police Department Announces Promotions of Three Officers

METHUEN — Mayor Stephen Zanni and Police Chief Joseph E. Solomon are pleased to announce the promotions of three members of the Methuen Police Department.

Capt. Gregory Gallant, Lt. Christian Max and Sgt. Scott Lever were honored on March 7 during a ceremony at the police department, which highlighted and celebrated their work and contributions to Methuen over the years. The three officers have a combined 67 years of experience serving the community.

Left to right: Mayor Stephen Zanni, Sgt.Scott Lever, Capt. Gregory Gallant, Lt. Christian Max and Chief Joseph Solomon gathered in Sanborn Hall for the promotion ceremony. (Courtesy Photo Methuen Police Department)

“The three men being promoted are not only good officers who have risen in ranks, but they’ve also been good friends of mine,” Mayor Zanni said at the ceremony. “These individuals have served the police department in a number of ways and the new duties they are about to take on will allow them to guide the department in different areas and move our community forward. I congratulate all three and look forward to their work in future years to come.”

Capt. Gallant, a Methuen native and graduate of Franklin Pierce University, joined the Methuen police department in 1993. He has previously served as a patrol officer, Community Policing Officer, School Resource Supervisor, Patrol Platoon Commander and the Massachusetts Regional Response Team Platoon Commander. His extensive training includes SWAT tactics, hostage negotiation, emergency incident command and active shooter instruction. As captain, Gallant will be assigned as the Support Services Bureau Commander.

Sgt. Lever, also a native of Methuen, was appointed as a reserve police officer in May of 1993 and was promoted to full time the following year. He has worked in the patrol, community outreach and traffic divisions, and has contributed to the marine and motorcycle units. His experience also includes field training and first responder training. Sgt. Lever is currently assigned as the day shift patrol supervisor.

Lt. Max joined the Methuen Police Department in 1998 and was promoted to the rank of sergeant in 2005. As sergeant, he worked in the patrol division, community policing, drug and gang unit and most recently ran the training division. He continues to assist in the training of officers at recruit and veteran officer level.

“What really struck us about these three individuals was not just their service to Methuen, as each one has served in a multifaceted position, but their strong family ties. These officers have extended themselves, usually at the detriment of their families,” said Chief Solomon at the ceremony. “I want to thank the family members for sharing them with us. Now it’s our chance to give something back to them and something back to the family by recognizing them.”

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