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*Joint Release* Gloucester and Rockport Police Respond to Report of Armed Man Near Town Border

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Monday, July 9, 2018

For Immediate Release

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

*Joint Release*

Gloucester and Rockport Police Respond to Report of Armed Man Near Town Border

Man Taken Into Custody After Threatening to Do Harm

GLOUCESTER — Interim Gloucester Police Chief John McCarthy and Rockport Police Chief John Horvath report that a man was taken into custody following an incident near the border between the two communities earlier today.

At approximately 1:45 p.m., Gloucester Police were dispatched to the area of Eastern Avenue and Pond Road for a report of an armed man nearby. A preliminary investigation indicated that the man, who is known to police, had recently been involved in a dispute.

Gloucester Police initiated a search for the man, who contacted police on his own and informed dispatchers that he was armed. Gloucester Police initiated a joint incident command with Rockport Police, and located the suspect with the assistance of a Gloucester Police K-9 unit and a K-9 unit from the Essex County Sheriff’s Department.

The man appeared to be holding a firearm, and officers closed off the surrounding area and established a perimeter to keep the incident contained. Gloucester Police then successfully reached the man by phone and subsequently took him into custody after he surrendered peacefully. Following his surrender, police determined that the man had a toy gun in his possession.

“I am grateful for the work of our officers and those from our partner agencies, who helped ensure this situation came to a peaceful conclusion,” Chief McCarthy said.

“This was a potentially dangerous situation that officers handled with the utmost professionalism and patience,” Chief Horvath added.

After being taken into custody at approximately 4:40 p.m., the man was transported to an area hospital to undergo a mental health evaluation. No charges have been filed at this time.

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Two Gloucester Firefighters Graduate from Massachusetts Firefighting Academy

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Gloucester Fire Department
Eric Smith, Fire Chief
8 School St.
Gloucester, MA 01930

For Immediate Release

Monday, June 18, 2018

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

Two Gloucester Firefighters Graduate from Massachusetts Firefighting Academy

Matthew Aiello (left) and James Hannon (right) following their graduation from the Massachusetts Firefighting Academy. (Courtesy Photo)

GLOUCESTER —  Chief Eric Smith is pleased to announce that two Gloucester firefighters graduated from the Massachusetts Firefighting Academy last week, and are now following in their fathers’ footsteps by joining the Gloucester Fire Department.

On Friday, June 15, Matthew Aiello and James Hannon III were among the 35 firefighters from 22 fire departments to graduate from the academy’s 264th class. Graduates were recognized at a ceremony at the Department of Fire Services headquarters in Stow.

The 10-week program teaches the essentials of fire and non-fire conditions, life safety, search and rescue, ladder operations, water supply, pump operation and fire attack.

Both individuals are now certified at the level of Firefighter I and II and in hazardous material operation.

Firefighter and Paramedic Hannon, age 31, graduated from the University of Massachusetts, Amherst and attended Pro Center for Medics for his paramedic training. He is the son of Gloucester Firefighter James Hannon II.

Firefighter and Paramedic Aiello, age 31, graduated from the Northern Essex Community College paramedic program. He is the son of retired Assistant Chief Tom Aiello.

“Graduating from the academy is a significant accomplishment,” said Chief Smith. “It takes a lot of hard work to learn all the skills necessary to be a firefighter. I am proud of both of our graduates and look forward to having them a part of our department.”

The other 33 graduates represented the fire departments of Avon, Bridgewater, Burlington, Danvers, Devens, East Bridgewater, Gloucester, Hyannis, Marblehead, Milton, Nantucket, Natick, Newton, North Andover, Peabody, Sandwich, Seekonk, Somerville, Truro, Walpole, Watertown and Westminster.

The Massachusetts Firefighting Academy:

At the Massachusetts Firefighting Academy, firefighter recruits learn a wide range of skills in an intensive 10-week program. Certified and more experienced firefighters lead classroom instruction, physical fitness training, firefighter skills training and firefighting practice. Students are given training in public fire education, hazardous material incident mitigation, flammable liquids, stress management, confined space rescue techniques and rappelling. Upon successful completion of the Recruit Program, all students have met national standards of National Fire Protection Association 1001.

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*MEDIA ADVISORY* Gloucester Fire Department Invites Residents to Firefighters Memorial Service

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Gloucester Fire Department
Eric Smith, Fire Chief
8 School St.
Gloucester, MA 01930

For Immediate Release

Tuesday, June 5, 2018

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

*MEDIA ADVISORY*

Gloucester Fire Department Invites Residents to Firefighters Memorial Service

GLOUCESTER —  Chief Eric Smith invites the public to join the Gloucester Fire Department at its annual Firefighters Memorial service this weekend.

WHEN:

Sunday, June 10, at 9 a.m.

WHERE:

Cherry Hill Cemetery next to Addison Gilbert Hospital

WHO:

  • Gloucester Fire Department
  • Gloucester Fire Fighters Relief Association

WHAT:

The Gloucester Fire Department will hold a ceremony to honor the deceased firefighters who have served the Gloucester community.

A drum-led procession will march up Washington Street, from the Department of Public Works to the Firefighters Memorial Site at Cherry Hill Cemetery. Once there, the department will honor its fallen firefighters and will place wreaths and flags on their graves.

“It’s an honor to pay our respects to those who have come before us and sacrificed on behalf of the City of Gloucester,” Chief Smith said. “I hope residents will take the time to join us for this traditional tribute to the firefighters who served our community and dedicated their lives to keeping it safe.”

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*Media Advisory* Gloucester Invites Parents for Discussion on Marijuana, Addiction and Vaping

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Gloucester Police Department
Interim Police Chief John McCarthy
197 Main St.
Gloucester , MA 01930

For Immediate Release

Wednesday, May 23, 2018

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

*Media Advisory*

Gloucester Invites Parents for Discussion on Marijuana, Addiction and Vaping

GLOUCESTER — Interim Police Chief John McCarthy and Gloucester Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Richard Safier are pleased to announce that they will be hosting a discussion for parents about marijuana, addiction and vaping tomorrow.

WHERE:

Gloucester High School Lecture Hall, 32 Leslie O Johnson Road

WHEN:

Thursday, May 24, from 6-7 p.m.

WHO:

Dr. Ruth A. Potee, a board certified family physician and addiction medicine physician at Valley Medical Group

WHAT: 

Back by popular demand, Potee will be speaking with parents of students in grades five through 12 about marijuana, addiction, vaping and more.

Named Franklin County Doctor of the Year by the Massachusetts Medical Society in 2015, Potee is currently the medical director for the Franklin County House of Corrections, the Franklin Recovery and Treatment Center and the Pioneer Valley Regional School District.

Her visit is the result of a partnership between Gloucester Police’s Kops N Kids initiative and Gloucester Public Schools. The presentation is free to attend.

Potee last spoke in Gloucester on March 2, when she addressed middle school students and members of the community about similar topics.

“Dr. Potee made a tremendous impact on everyone who heard her presentations earlier this year, and we’re excited to have her back to address parents directly,” Chief McCarthy said. “This presentation is a must-see for parents of middle and high school aged kids, and I encourage all to attend.”

For questions, contact the Gloucester Police Department at 978- 283-1212 and ask to speak with Chief McCarthy or Lt. Jeremiah Nicastro.

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