Dighton Police Department

*Traffic Advisory* Excavation Work to Impact Traffic on Center Street in Dighton This Weekend

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Tuesday, Sept. 17, 2019

For Immediate Release

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

*Traffic Advisory* Excavation Work to Impact Traffic on Center Street in Dighton This Weekend

Center Street Will be Down to One Lane from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 21

DIGHTON — Police Chief Robert MacDonald and Fire Chief Christopher Maguy would like to notify Dighton residents that road work will impact traffic on Center Street on Saturday, Sept. 21.

The excavation contractor will be conducting work near Bristol County Agricultural High School, installing a new water line from the north side of campus to the south side. The section of Center Street around the area of the school will be reduced to one lane from approximately 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Dighton Police will have officers in place to assist with traffic flow, but motorists are encouraged to use an alternative route, if possible.

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Dighton Police and Fire Departments Remind National Grid Customers to Stay Informed with Personalized Alerts

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Friday, Aug. 23, 2019

For Immediate Release

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

Dighton Police and Fire Departments Remind National Grid Customers to Stay Informed with Personalized Alerts

DIGHTON — Fire Chief Christopher Maguy and Police Chief Robert MacDonald would like to remind Dighton residents who are National Grid customers that they can sign up to receive alerts from the company.

National Grid can send alerts by text, email or phone call when an outage is detected on your property, when restoration estimates and updates are available or when weather warnings are issued in your neighborhood.

If you sign up to receive National Grid text alerts, you can also participate in two-way communication with the company by texting to report outages or to check on the progress of your outage restoration.

You will need your 10-digit electric account number to enroll in text alerts.

To start texting with National Grid, use any of the below commands:

  • Text REG to 64743 to sign up for text alerts.
  • Text OUT to 64743 to report an outage.
  • Text SUM to 64743 followed by your town, county, or state to get a summary of outages in your area. *You do not need to be registered for text alerts to use this function.*

You can also text HELP to 64743 for the full list of commands.

To learn more about National Grid digital alerts visit the company’s Stay Connected page.

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Three Dighton Police Officers Honored for Saving Man’s Life in June

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Thursday, Aug. 22, 2019

For Immediate Release

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

Three Dighton Police Officers Honored for Saving Man’s Life in June

DIGHTON — Police Chief Robert MacDonald and Town Administrator Mallory Aronstein are pleased to announce that three Dighton Police officers were honored by the Dighton Board of Selectmen last night for their efforts in helping to save a man from drowning in the Taunton River earlier this year.

On June 17, Dighton Police responded to the area of 2595 Pleasant St. for a report of a suicidal party in the Taunton River. A caller told police that the man had waded into the river and was threatening to harm himself and also told police that the man did not know how to swim.

Sgt. Shawn Cronin, Officer James McGovern and Officer Gregory Steele responded to the scene where they located the man about 100 yards offshore in the river.

Without hesitation, Officer Steele jumped into the river and pulled the man to safety while fending off his attempts at resisting.

Officer McGovern helped by securing Officer Steele’s firearm and gear in a safe area while Sgt. Cronin gave verbal commands to help deescalate the situation. The officers then helped to pull the man from the water where he continued to be combative. The man was detained and brought to Morton Hospital for evaluation.

On Wednesday, Aug. 21, the members of the Dighton Board of Selectmen presented the three officers with letters of commendation for their response to the incident and efforts in helping to save the man’s life.

“Certainly, the quick thinking and courageous actions of these officers saved this man’s life, even while he was actively fighting against them,” Town Administrator Aronstein said. “Risking their own safety to help save another is a rare and distinct quality that makes all of us proud that Sgt. Cronin, Officer McGovern and Officer Steele are members of the Dighton Police Department.”

Chief MacDonald said, “This is a great example of the type of officers we have here at Dighton PD and I am happy to see them recognized for their efforts. I am also glad that this man was okay and that we were able to help him during a time of need.”

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Dighton Police and Fire Departments Remind Residents of Pool Safety Precautions

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Friday, July 5, 2019

For Immediate Release

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

Dighton Police and Fire Departments Remind Residents of Pool Safety Precautions

DIGHTON — With summer now here, Police Chief Robert MacDonald and Fire Chief Christopher Maguy would like to remind Dighton residents to take the proper precautions and adhere to state regulations regarding swimming pools.

The American Red Cross reports that more than 200 children drown in swimming pools each year. Additionally, drowning is the number one cause of accidental death for children between the ages of 1 and 4, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, so the Dighton Police and Fire Departments consider pool safety to be a top priority.

Factors to consider when installing a pool include zoning requirements, electrical clearances, utility easements and contacting your insurance agency as pools require additional liability coverage.

The Dighton Police and Fire Departments remind residents to follow these safety regulations and recommended precautions:

  • Per Massachusetts law, pools should be surrounded by a 4-foot-high barrier that encloses the pool and has an access gate that self-closes, locks and opens outward from the swimming area (even if you don’t have children).
  • Fasten a safety cover over the pool when it is not in use, and remove ladders to further prevent access into the pool. Pool alarms are required whenever a house door leads directly to a pool deck.
  • Never leave children unattended while they are in or near a pool, and make sure they have an adult to accompany them into the water. Young or inexperienced swimmers should always wear a life jacket or inflatable arm flotation devices.
  • Make sure children stay away from pool drains, pipes or any other openings to avoid getting trapped or hurt.
  • Set safety instructions and share them with family, friends, neighbors and anyone else who is near or uses the pool. Advise children to stay away from pool deep ends, and to always walk, never run near the pool.
  • Never use the pool if the chemical levels are not correct, or if the water is cloudy and you can’t see the bottom.
  • Take a CPR course for adults and children to be prepared if an emergency situation occurs. Update skills regularly.
  • Watch the local weather reports and do not swim if thunderstorms are in the forecast.
  • Those who are 21 and older should drink responsibly if they choose to consume alcoholic beverages when by the pool. Overindulging increases the risk for injuries or accidental drowning.
  • Avoid using glass containers by the pool. They could break and leave glass around the pool or in the water.

For a complete listing of Massachusetts building code regulations regarding swimming pools, click here.

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