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Methuen Police Attend Grady’s Gladiators Fundraiser

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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, Aug. 29, 2019

Media Contact: Kelsey Bode
Phone: 617-993-0003
Email: [email protected]

Methuen Police Attend Grady’s Gladiators Fundraiser

Methuen Police Officer Jeff Smith, left, and his wife Jillian Smith organized Grady’s Gladiators Best Day Ever, a fundraiser this past weekend which raised funds for research into a rare genetic disorder their son Grady has. (Courtesy Photo Methuen Police Department)

METHUEN — Chief Joseph Solomon and Mayor James Jajuga are pleased to share that the Methuen Police Department attended a fundraiser this weekend that raised more than $37,000 to support research for a rare genetic disorder.

On Sunday, Aug. 25, Methuen Police Officer Paul Ramirez, Officer Tim Getchell and K9 Buddy attended the Touch a Truck portion of the Grady’s Gladiators Best Day Ever Fundraiser at Searles Castle in Windham, New Hampshire. Officer Ramirez brought the department’s breast cancer awareness themed pink police cruiser, ‘Hope,’ and Officer Getchell and K9 Buddy attended the event with their K9 cruiser.

The event was primarily organized by Methuen Police Officer Jeff Smith and his wife, Jillian Smith.

Officer Smith and his family have dedicated themselves to promoting Adrenoleukodystrophy (ALD) awareness and advocating for ALD screening for newborns ever since his son, Grady, 8, was diagnosed with ALD last August. ALD is a brain disorder that damages myelin, which acts as a barrier that protects and surrounds the brain’s neurons.

“This was a truly special event, organized by one of our own to raise money for a disease which has greatly impacted his family,” Chief Solomon said. “We’re incredibly proud of the work Officer Smith and his family have done to raise awareness and support research for ALD, and we were happy to have had an opportunity to support them this weekend.”

Funds raised at the event will support research for ALD and bone marrow transplants at the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute.

“Congratulations to Officer Smith and his family for successfully organizing such a significant event for ALD research and awareness, and a job well done to the Methuen Police Department for supporting this fundraiser and connecting with the community this weekend,” Mayor Jajuga said.

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Methuen Police Invite Public to Attend Grady’s Gladiators Fundraiser

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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

Wednesday, Aug. 21, 2019

Media Contact: Kelsey Bode
Phone: 617-993-0003
Email: [email protected]

Methuen Police Invite Public to Attend Grady’s Gladiators Fundraiser

Proceeds to Support Research at the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute

Grady Smith, 8, is the son of Methuen Police Officer Jeff Smith, and was diagnosed with ALD in 2018. A fundraiser to raise money to support research for ALD and bone marrow transplants at the Dane-Farber Cancer Institute will be held this weekend at Searles Castle in Windham. (Courtesy Photo Smith Family)

METHUEN — Chief Joseph Solomon and Mayor James Jajuga are inviting the public to attend a fundraiser this weekend that will raise money to support research for a rare genetic disorder, Adrenoleukodystrophy (ALD), and bone marrow transplants at the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute.

WHEN:

Sunday, Aug. 25 from 1-6 p.m.

WHERE:

Searles Castle, 21 Searles Road, Windham, New Hampshire

WHAT:

In August 2018, Grady Smith — the son of Methuen Police Officer Jeff Smith —  was diagnosed with ALD, a brain disorder that damages myelin, which acts as a barrier that protects and surrounds the brain’s neurons. At the time, Grady was 7-years-old.

There is no cure for ALD, but after an extended hospital stay, bone marrow transplant, continued testing and extensive, ongoing therapy, the progression of Grady’s disease is stable.

Since they learned of Grady’s condition, Officer Smith and his wife Jillian have dedicated themselves to promoting ALD awareness and advocating for ALD screening for newborns.

Sunday’s fundraiser, Grady’s Gladiators’ Best Day Ever, will raise money for the Grady’s Gladiators team at the 2019 Boston Marathon Jimmy Fund Walk and support research for ALD and bone marrow transplants at the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute.

The event will feature a Corn Hole Tournament, touch a truck event, silent auction, face painting, DJ, raffle, food vendors and cash bar.

Emergency vehicles from the Methuen Police Department, Salem Police Department, Salem Fire Department and Windham Fire Department will be on display at the event, as well as vehicles belonging to local landscaping companies.

“We encourage anyone who would like to join us in supporting the Smith family’s mission to raise awareness and support ALD research to attend this weekend’s fundraiser,” Chief Solomon said. “Officer Smith and his family have worked tremendously hard to organize this event in an effort to help others suffering from ALD, and the Methuen Police Department is honored and pleased to be able to join them in that mission this weekend.”

Tickets to the event are $25 per person, and children 12-years-old and younger will be admitted for free with an adult. Two-person cornhole teams must also register as a team, for a $20 fee. To purchase tickets and register a cornhole team, click here. Tickets will also be available for $35 per person at the door of the event, cash only.

“It’s remarkable to watch the community rally around the Smith family during this difficult time, and it’s commendable that they have taken it upon themselves to raise awareness and put together an event to support new research,” Mayor Jajuga said. “It’s wonderful to know the entire Methuen Police Department supports their work, and we wish them good fortune and a day of fun at Sunday’s event.”

Sponsors of the event include the New Hampshire NeuroSpine Institute, Mueskes Landscape and Snow Management, NER Construction, Searles Castle, Georgetown Insurance Agency, Access Tent LLC, DJ’s Custom Clothing, Aria Covey Foundation, Enterprise Bank, The Hype Agency, Ford Flower Co. LLC, Cabinet Outlet and CrossCountry Mortgage, Inc. Salem, New Hampshire.

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Methuen Police Host National Night Out

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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

Friday, Aug. 9, 2019

Media Contact: Kelsey Bode
Phone: 617-993-0003
Email: [email protected]

Methuen Police Host National Night Out

Methuen Police visited a block party at Twin Oaks Condos on Oak Street on Tuesday as part of the department’s celebrations for National Night Out. (Courtesy Photo)

METHUEN — Chief Joseph Solomon and Mayor James Jajuga are pleased to share that the Methuen Police Department hosted a National Night Out event earlier this week.

On Tuesday, Aug. 6, neighborhoods throughout Methuen participated in the National Night Out event with block parties and ice cream socials.  All National Night Out gatherings around the city were coordinated by the Methuen Police Department’s Community Outreach Bureau.

“National Night Out is always an engaging way for our officers to connect with neighborhoods throughout the city,” Chief Solomon said. “I’d like to thank our Community Outreach Bureau for putting this event together. It took a lot of work and coordination, and was a great community event for everyone.”

Held on the first Tuesday in August, National Night Out is a nationwide campaign designed to strengthen the relationship between police and fire officials and residents in order to foster partnerships and improve safety in neighborhoods.

“National Night Out is a wonderful initiative, and it allows our residents to meet and get to know members of the police department in a fun way,” Mayor Jajuga said. “It’s incredibly important for the community to feel connected to the police department, and this event is great at fostering that relationship and providing insight into the work our police officers do daily to protect and serve our city.”

Festivities kicked off on Tuesday in the Arlington Neighborhood. Methuen Police visited participating neighborhoods throughout the city from 6-8 p.m. Tuesday.

Several groups held block parties to celebrate National Night Out, including the Methuen Arlington Neighborhood on Tenney Street, 15 Emery Street, 24 Mystic Street, 945 Riverside Dr. Unit 27A, Rebecca Way, 4 Fox Run Lane, Franklin Avenue, Twin Oaks Condos on Oak Street and Senior Living at Merrimack Valley Apartments on Calumet Road. Ice cream socials were also held at elder housing at 222 Pelham St, Methuen Village at 4 Gleason St. and an ice cream stand was hosted at Mann’s Orchard on Pleasant Valley St.

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Methuen Police Investigating Armed Robbery of Pharmacy

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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

Tuesday, June 25, 2019

Media Contact: Jordan Mayblum
Phone: 617-993-0003
Email: [email protected]

Methuen Police Investigating Armed Robbery of Pharmacy

METHUEN – Mayor James P. Jajuga and Chief Joseph Solomon report that the Methuen Police Department is investigating following a reported armed robbery Monday night.

At 9:14 p.m., Methuen Police were dispatched to Rite Aid, 256 Pleasant St., for a report of a robbery. Upon arrival, officers initiated an on-scene investigation and learned that two female suspects had robbed the store.

One suspect allegedly made a purchase at the register before the second approached the counter and showed an employee a handgun inside of her bag. That suspect then forced her way behind the counter and subsequently stole an unknown amount of pills from the pharmacy. She then allegedly forced the clerk to the front of the store before exiting and fleeing on foot with the other woman.

The Methuen Police Department Patrol and Detective Divisions are actively investigating this incident. Any members of the public who believe they can identify either suspect are asked to call the Methuen Police Department at 978-983-8698.

 

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