October

Newburyport Police Department Hosts Quilt of Hope for Breast Cancer Awareness Month

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Newburyport Police Department
Mark Murray, City Marshal
4 Green St.
Newburyport, MA 01950

For Immediate Release

Wednesday, Oct. 9, 2019

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

Newburyport Police Department Hosts Quilt of Hope for Breast Cancer Awareness Month

NEWBURYPORT — City Marshal Mark Murray is pleased to announce that the Tough Warrior Princesses’ Quilt of Hope is on display at the Newburyport Police Department, as both a sign of support for women battling breast cancer and in an effort to spread awareness.

The quilt travels throughout the region to be displayed by various organizations, and is being showcased at the Newburyport Police Department on Green Street through the month of October, breast cancer awareness month.

“We’re honored and proud to be able to showcase the Quilt of Hope this month, and stand in solidarity with all those impacted by breast cancer,” City Marshal Murray said. “Spreading awareness is incredibly important, and we felt hosting the quilt was the perfect way to participate in breast cancer awareness month.”

Tough Warrior Princesses, a nonprofit based out of Amesbury, works to raise funds for cancer research, educate the public, spreads awareness about the need for a cure and supports women with cancer and their families. Brenda Haskell, a Tough Warrior Princess board member and 31 year, three time cancer survivor, crafted the Quilt of Hope in an effort to spread hope and love to those suffering from breast cancer and to honor those who have died from the disease.

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Gloucester Police Join Pink Patch Project to Support Breast Cancer Research

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Gloucester Police Department
Chief Edward Conley
197 Main St.
Gloucester , MA 01930

For Immediate Release

Wednesday, Oct. 2, 2019

Media Contact: Kelsey Bode
Phone: 617-990-0003
Email: [email protected]

Gloucester Police Join Pink Patch Project to Support Breast Cancer Research

Gloucester Police will wear pink patches on their uniforms throughout the month of October. (Courtesy Image Gloucester Police Department)

GLOUCESTER — Chief Edward Conley is pleased to announce that the Gloucester Police Department is participating in the Pink Patch Project this month.

The Pink Patch Project is a collaborative effort among public safety agencies nationwide to bring attention to the fight against breast cancer and to support cancer research organizations.

October is Breast Cancer Awareness month, and beginning this week, the Gloucester Police Department is selling a limited number of pink patches. Patches cost $10 each, with all proceeds benefiting the ESSCO-MGH Breast Cancer Research Fund, an organization that supports the advancement of breast cancer research and treatment at Massachusetts General Hospital.

Additionally, many officers will be wearing the pink patch throughout October. Members of the department will also raise awareness about the initiative on social media using the hashtag #PinkPatchProject.

“The Pink Patch Project is an incredible initiative, allowing public safety officials the opportunity each year to help raise awareness about breast cancer and funds for research,” Chief Conley said. “We’re proud to take part, and encourage community members who wish to support our efforts to purchase a patch.”

Residents can also stop by the police department at 197 Main St. to purchase a patch for $10, or can reach out to members of the department through the Gloucester Police Patrol Association’s Instagram at @gpdpatrolunion.

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Wenham Police Wear Pink Shirts During October to Support Breast Cancer

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Wenham Police Department
Thomas Perkins, Chief of Police
1 Friend Court
PO Box 536
Wenham, MA 01984

For Immediate Release

Tuesday Oct. 10, 2017

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

Wenham Police Wear Pink Shirts During October to Support Breast Cancer

The Wenham Police Department is wearing pink shirts throughout October as part of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Left to right: Detective Shane Kavanagh, Officer William Carney, Capt. Kevin DiNapoli, Chief Thomas Perkins and Sgt. Jon Gray. (Courtesy Photo Wenham Police Department)

WENHAM — Chief Thomas Perkins announces that the Wenham Police Department is wearing pink t-shirts throughout October to support Breast Cancer Awareness Month (BCAM).

BCAM, which occurs each October, is an international health campaign meant to increase awareness about the disease and raise money to support research, prevention efforts, diagnosis, treatments and the search for a cure.

To support the cause, Wenham Police will be wearing pink shirts every Monday and Friday throughout October. The Wenham Police Relief Association donated the cost to make the shirts and will also donate to the American Cancer Society.

“We’re honored to be able to join in the effort to promote breast cancer awareness during October and contribute to an organization that is working to find a cure,” Chief Perkins said.

Those who would like to make a donation in support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month can do so here.

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Dedham Fire Department Announces Fire Prevention Month Events

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Dedham Fire Department
William F. Spillane
Chief of Department, CFO
436 Washington St.
Dedham, MA 02026

For Immediate Release

Monday, Oct. 2, 2017

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

Dedham Fire Department Announces Fire Prevention Month Events

DEDHAM — Fire Chief William F. Spillane and the Dedham Fire Department are pleased to announce the department’s programs for National Fire Safety Month in October.

The department has several fire safety initiatives scheduled, including an Open House and visits to every elementary school in town to teach children vital fire safety and fire prevention techniques.

OPEN HOUSE DATE:

Saturday, Oct. 14 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

WHERE:

Dedham Fire Headquarters, 436 Washington St.

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The Open House, sponsored by Papa Gino’s, is aimed at teaching fire safety and prevention practices to families. Firefighters will demonstrate the “stop, drop, and roll” method, teach adults to plan escape routes out of their home, and how to safely crawl through a smoke-filled room.

The fire department will also hand out colorful safety brochures on smoke detectors, carbon monoxide detectors, and fire prevention.

Papa Gino’s will provide free pizza and children’s fire safety coloring books.

As part of National Fire Safety Month, the Dedham Fire Department will also visit every elementary and preschool in town during the month of October to visit and education children.

Part of this effort includes a demonstration of firefighters’ equipment and protective gear. If children see firefighters in full gear at school, they should be more comfortable and less afraid if they see a firefighter in gear during an emergency.

Children will also be given a tour of the fire trucks and fire prevention activity books to take home.

The department expects to visit over 1,200 children during the month.

“October is a very important month for fire departments across the nation, and the members of the Dedham Fire Department look forward to working with kids every year to show them how to stay safe,” Chief Spillane said. “I encourage all families to stop by the open house event and engage their children in an honest and open dialog on fire safety.”

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