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Dedham Police Remind Residents to Lock Their Car Doors at Night During National Vehicle Theft Prevention Month

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Dedham Police Department
Michael J. D’Entremont
Chief of Police
600 High St.
Dedham, MA 02026

For Immediate Release

Friday, July 12, 2019

Contact: Benjamin Paulin
Phone: 781-742-3922
Email: [email protected]

Dedham Police Remind Residents to Lock Their Car Doors at Night During National Vehicle Theft Prevention Month

DEDHAM – Chief Michael D’Entremont and the Dedham Police Department would like to remind residents to properly secure their vehicles to prevent break-ins and avoid being easy targets for thieves.

The summer season is most popular for vehicle thefts and break-ins and July is recognized by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) as National Vehicle Theft Prevention Month.

“Many vehicle break-ins happen because valuables are left in plain sight or vehicle doors are left unlocked,” Chief D’Entremont said. “Locking your doors, removing your valuables and being smart about where you park can help prevent vehicle damage or the costly replacement of stolen possessions.”

The NHTSA and Dedham Police remind vehicle owners to use common sense when parking and exiting your vehicle.

  • Take your keys. Don’t leave them in your vehicle.
  • Close all windows and lock all doors.
  • Never leave valuables in your vehicle. Anything stored inside your vehicle should be out of sight or in the trunk.
  • Never leave credit cards/debit cards, cash or your wallet or purse inside of your vehicle overnight.
  • Park in well-lit areas or preferably inside a garage, if possible. Park in visible areas where your vehicle is not hidden by foliage or larger vehicles. Install lights with motion sensors near where you park your vehicle.
  • Get in the routine of double-checking that your vehicle is locked and secure each night around 9 p.m. This is known as the 9 p.m. Routine.

If your vehicle has been stolen or broken into, follow these steps:

  • Call the police to report a theft or break-in.  A copy of the police report and/or a case number will be needed to provide to your insurance company.
  • Contact your insurance company to file a claim within 24 hours of when you discovered your vehicle was stolen or broken into.

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Dedham Police Department Offers Summer Road Safety Tips

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Dedham Police Department
Michael J. D’Entremont
Chief of Police
600 High St.
Dedham, MA 02026

For Immediate Release

Tuesday, June 25, 2019

Contact: Benjamin Paulin
Phone: 781-742-3922
Email: [email protected]

Dedham Police Department Offers Summer Road Safety Tips

DEDHAM — As summer begins and with school now out of session, Chief Michael D’Entremont would like to remind drivers to share the road and remain attentive while driving.

As people enjoy their summer activities, more bicyclists, motorcyclists and pedestrians will be outside. In addition, with many schools out for the summer, kids are playing outside and near the roadways.

To prevent accidents and injuries, the Dedham Police Department recommends the following safety tips:

Driving Safety Tips:

  • Watch for pedestrians everywhere, at all times of the day.
  • Avoid distracted driving and never use your cell phone or mobile device while driving.
  • Yield to bicyclists as you would to a motor vehicle. Do not underestimate their speed, especially when making a turn that crosses their path.
  • Be cautious at parking lots, stop signs, when backing up and when parking. Watch for other vehicles, pedestrians and bicyclists at these times.
  • Be cautious at night and during inclement weather when visibility may be poor.
  • Be cautious at crosswalks. Slow down and prepare to stop when turning or nearing a crosswalk. Yield to pedestrians in crosswalks. Stop a safe distance away from the crosswalk to give other vehicles ample time to see the pedestrians that are crossing so that they can also stop. Do not pass vehicles stopped at a crosswalk.
  • Follow slower speed limits in neighborhoods with signage that children are present.
  • Drivers turning right on red need to look to the right and behind to avoid hitting a bicyclist that may be approaching from the right rear. Stop completely, look left-right-left and behind, and then turn right on red.
  • Give cyclists extra space. Do not pass them too closely.
  • Bicycles and motorcycles can be difficult to spot because of their smaller profiles and because drivers are conditioned to look for other cars, not cyclists.
  • Remember that motorcyclists have the same privileges as other drivers. Be sure to give riders a full lane of travel, and always keep a close watch for motorcyclists — especially at intersections and on highways. Sport utility vehicles, delivery vans, and large trucks may block motorcyclists from your view.
  • Anticipate a motorcyclist’s maneuvers. A piece of road debris that poses no threat to a car may be deadly for a motorcyclist. Predict evasive moves a motorcyclist might take by always being aware of your surroundings. Also, don’t follow motorcycles too closely. Allow enough room for the motorcyclist to take evasive actions.
  • Drivers must always be aware of their surroundings. Remember: Check twice, save a life.

Motorcycle and Bicycle Safety:

Motorcyclists and bicyclists are also reminded to take safety precautions. These include:

  • Making your presence known to drivers by wearing an appropriate helmet and contrasting clothing or reflective gear
  • Avoiding riding in a driver’s blind spot
  • Being cautious of cars entering or exiting driveways, or backing up in a parking lot
  • Using proper turn signals
  • Always following the rules of the road.

As always, the Dedham Police Department hopes everyone has a safe, healthy and happy summertime!

 

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Statement of Dedham Police Chief Michael D’Entremont

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Dedham Police Department
Michael J. D’Entremont
Chief of Police
600 High St.
Dedham, MA 02026

For Immediate Release

Wednesday, April 24, 2019

Contact: Benjamin Paulin
Phone: 781-742-3922
Email: [email protected]

Statement of Dedham Police Chief Michael D’Entremont Regarding Conviction of  Former Police Officer

DEDHAM — Chief Michael D’Entremont offers the following statement in regards to today’s news that a former Dedham police officer was convicted of accessory before the fact to the kidnapping of James Robertson, the Avon father kidnapped from his family home on New Year’s Day 2014 and found murdered in the woods of Upton, Mass., about two years later, according to Norfolk District Attorney Michael W. Morrissey.

“I would like to extend my sincere gratitude to the detectives and prosecutors who ensured justice was properly administered in this case,” said Dedham Police Chief Michael J. D’Entremont. “Schoener has been found guilty of abusing the sacred trust placed by the citizens of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts in police officers and the municipal police badge. His actions jeopardized that trust, and there is no room for individuals who engage in this type of conduct in the profession of policing.”

The former officer has resigned from the Dedham Police Department. Two other men were convicted October 11, 2018, in the kidnapping and murder of Robertson. A Norfolk County District Attorney press release from that conviction with additional information can be reviewed here.

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Medfield Superintendent Names Holli Caulfield New Principal at Wheelock School

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Medfield Public Schools
Jeffrey J. Marsden, Superintendent
459 Main St., Unit 3,
Medfield, MA 02052

For Immediate Release

Wednesday, April 17, 2019

Media Contact: Benjamin Paulin
Phone: 781-428-3299
Email: [email protected]

Medfield Superintendent Names Holli Caulfield New Principal at Wheelock School

MEDFIELD — Superintendent Jeffrey Marsden is pleased to announce that he selected Holli Caulfield to be the new principal of the Wheelock School.

Caulfield, of Walpole, is currently the principal of the Oakdale Elementary School in Dedham, a position she has held since 2005. She formally accepted her new position on Thursday, April 11.

“We are thrilled that Holli has accepted the position to become the new principal at the Wheelock School,” Superintendent Marsden said. “Holli has served as an elementary school principal in Dedham for nearly 15 years. That type of experience is invaluable and we are all excited to see all that her wealth of knowledge as an educational leader will bring to our students, faculty and staff.”

Caulfield will begin her new role on July 1 and will be replacing current Wheelock School Principal Donna Olsen, who will be retiring at the end of the school year.

“Principal Olsen has been a tremendous asset to the Wheelock School and Medfield Public Schools since she came to the district in 2012. She retires after over 30 years in education and we wish her all the best in her retirement, knowing that she will always be a part of the MPS family,” Superintendent Marsden said. “We had a number of well-qualified candidates to serve as Donna’s replacement and we believe Holli will do great to fill that role.”

Caulfield began her teaching career in 1990 as a kindergarten teacher at the Old Post Road School in Walpole. She held the position for one year before working as a second grade teacher at the school for the next 10 years. In 2000, she received the Milken Family Foundation National Educator Award.

From 2002-2005, Caulfield was the Assistant Principal at Walpole’s Fisher Elementary School and Elm Street School.

She leaves Dedham with a heavy heart, but also with excitement to start a new chapter in her educational career in Medfield.

“I’ve loved my time in Dedham and I love everyone at the Oakdale School,” Caulfield said. “For me personally, after 15 years leading the Oakdale School, it’s time for a change and Medfield is a really good fit for me. The school district’s philosophy on education is precisely what I am looking for and when I walked into the Wheelock School it just felt like home. As a former second grade teacher I have always held a passion for teaching middle elementary school education and I am really eager to get started and meet all of the students and staff.”

Caulfield describes her style as a principal as someone who is an excellent listener who is able to easily connect with both students and faculty.

Caulfield holds a bachelor’s degree in early childhood education from Salem State University, a master’s degree in education from Lesley University and an advanced certificate in Pre-K-12 educational leadership from Boston University.

She lives in Walpole with her husband and four children, ages 16, 15, 12 and 11. She loves to travel and spend time with her family and her new job in Medfield will bring her closer to home.

Superintendent Marsden would like to thank the 33 candidates who applied for the job and the search committee made up of parents, teachers, school committee members, administrators and community members.

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