July 9, 2018

Newport Police Respond to Single Car Crash

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Newport Police Department
Chief Seth C. DiSanto
222 Main St.
Newport VT 05855

For Immediate Release

Monday, July 9, 2018

News Media Contact: John Guilfoil
Phone: 617-993-0003
Email: [email protected]

Newport Police Respond to Single Car Crash

Newport Police are investigating a single-car crash that occurred Sunday night. (Courtesy Photo Newport Police)

NEWPORT, VERMONT — Chief Seth C. DiSanto reports that the Newport Police Department responded following a motor vehicle crash on Lake Road yesterday.

On Sunday, July 8, at 7:43 p.m., Newport Police responded to a report of a single car crash in the area of 579 Lake Road. Upon arrival, first responders observed a Chevy Silverado that had come to rest in a ditch alongside the road.

Newport Ambulance Service and the Newport Fire Department also responded to the scene.

The driver and lone occupant of the vehicle, Derick Lay, 28, of Newport, was not injured in the crash.

The cause of the crash remains under investigation by the Newport Police Department.

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June 28, 2018

Newport Police Announce Road Closures for Centennial Celebration

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Newport Police Department
Chief Seth C. DiSanto
222 Main St.
Newport VT 05855

For Immediate Release

Thursday, June 28, 2018

News Media Contact: John Guilfoil
Phone: 617-993-0003
Email: [email protected]

Newport Police Announce Road Closures for Centennial Celebration

Attendees Are Encouraged to Arrive Early to Avoid Traffic

This map depicts the parade route and accompanying road closures that will impact roads in Newport on Saturday. (Courtesy Photo)

The areas marked in red will be closed to boats for an air show and Naval battle reenactment on Saturday and Sunday. (Courtesy Photo)

NEWPORT, VERMONT — Chief Seth C. DiSanto announces that several roads in Newport will be closed Saturday to accommodate the Centennial Parade.

Motorists are encouraged to plan ahead and expect roads to become congested beginning at 8:30 a.m. on Saturday, June 30, as people begin arriving for the parade.

Areas of Lake Road and Third Street will be closed to through traffic beginning at 9 a.m., while Main Street and the Causeway will close from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Event parking and shuttles will be available on the eastern and western sides of the city at North Country High School and St. Mary’s Church.

The parade will begin at 11 a.m. from School Street and will end at the bottom of East Main Street. Anyone interested in watching the parade is strongly encouraged to arrive prior to 10 a.m.

“We’re expecting a great turnout, and I want everyone who plans to come to the celebration to be aware of these road closures so they have plenty of time to get to where they need to go,” Chief DiSanto said. “Public safety is our top concern throughout the weekend, and we are grateful for the coordination we’ve had with multiple agencies to ensure a seamless, fun birthday celebration for our city.”

In addition to road closures for Saturday’s parade, areas of the lake will be cordoned off from 1:45-2 p.m.on Saturday and from 12-12:15 p.m. Sunday for an air show. Naval battle reenactments will be held on the water in front of Prouty Beach from 1:30-2:15 p.m. Saturday and from 1-1:45 p.m. on Sunday.

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June 6, 2018

Newport Police Explorers Program Seeking Donations

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Newport Police Department
Chief Seth C. DiSanto
222 Main St.
Newport VT 05855

For Immediate Release

Wednesday, June 6, 2018

News Media Contact: John Guilfoil
Phone: 617-993-0003
Email: [email protected]

Newport Police’s Youth Program Seeking Donations

Far left: Officer Royce Lancaster, front row left to right: Jacob Abbott, Olivia Clogston and Colin Archer. Back row, left to right: Erika Tuller, Aaron Lepine and Dominic Hilliker. (Courtesy Photo Newport Police)

NEWPORT, VERMONT — Chief Seth C. DiSanto announces that the Newport Police Explorer Post 817 is currently conducting a fundraiser to support the Post and create a scholarship fund for graduating seniors.

Law Enforcement Explorer Posts are designed for individuals ages 14-20 who are interested in a career in law enforcement, and serve as a way to introduce young people to the field.

“The Youth Explorer Program is so important because it enriches the lives of participants by helping them build character while starting on the path to a meaningful and rewarding career,” Chief DiSanto said. “I hope that residents will support this invaluable program and so it can continue to serve as a resource for young adults in our community.”

The Post will host a barbecue and meet and greet on Sunday, Aug.12, at 11 a.m. at Prouty Beach in Newport as a thank you to those who contributed to the fundraiser. Explorers and area law enforcement will also be in attendance to talk to anyone interested in participating in the Youth Explorer program.

Volunteers are currently making phone calls and collecting donations, and 100 percent of the donations will be reinvested into the program. Donations can be made online by clicking here.

Donations may also be mailed to the Newport Explorers Post 817 at 222 Main St., Newport, Vermont 05855.

The Newport Police Explorer Post 817 has had more than 100 young adults go through its youth program since it started in 1994. Of those, 12 have gone on to pursue careers in law enforcement — including three who have become sworn officers with the Newport Police Department.

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May 29, 2018

Two Newport Police Officers Graduate from Vermont Police Academy

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Newport Police Department
Chief Seth C. DiSanto
222 Main St.
Newport VT 05855

For Immediate Release

Tuesday, May 29, 2018

News Media Contact: John Guilfoil
Phone: 617-993-0003
Email: [email protected]

Two Newport Police Officers Graduate from Vermont Police Academy

Officer Colin Sykes (left) and Officer Cody Smith (right) with Chief Seth DiSanto at their graduation from the Vermont Police Academy. (Courtesy photo Newport Police)

NEWPORT, VERMONT — Chief Seth C. DiSanto is pleased to announce that two Newport Police officers graduated from the Vermont Police Academy last week.

Officer Colin Sykes and Officer Cody Smith graduated from the Vermont Police Academy’s 105th Basic Training class on Friday, May 25. They were recognized at a ceremony at the Vermont Police Academy headquarters in Pittsford, Vermont.

Officer Sykes, a native of Derby, Vermont, was nominated to be the class president and gave the graduating class’s commencement speech.

Officer Smith, of Canaan, Vermont, was awarded the Academic Award. The award is given to the recruit who earned the highest GPA over the course of the training. He also received the Top Driving Award.

“Both officers have demonstrated outstanding work ethic and achievement and should be proud of their accomplishments while in the academy,” said Chief DiSanto. “The residents of Newport will be in good hands when Officer Sykes and Officer Smith are on-duty.”

In order to graduate, the two officers completed a 16-week basic training program. Both will be working the night shift at the Newport Police Department.

Thirty-seven graduates from the 105th Basic Training Class will join police departments across the state. Eleven of those graduates will join the ranks of the Vermont State Police and will be deployed to barracks throughout the state.

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