With the 2021 holiday season underway, Chief Robert Bongiorno would like to announce that the Bedford Police Department started it’s annual effort to increase police visibility and patrols around the town’s retail plazas in an effort to prevent crime and create a welcoming environment for holiday shoppers.
East Kingston Fire and Police Departments Respond to Fatal Crash
EAST KINGSTON – Fire Chief Ed Warren and Police Chief Mike LePage would like to extend their sincere condolences to those involved in a motor vehicle crash that resulted in a loss of a life on Sunday, and to offer gratitude to the mutual aid network that brought first responders from neighboring communities to assist.
Taunton Fire Department Shares Hot Weather Safety Tips
TAUNTON — With multiple 90-plus degree days already occurring in 2021, Fire Chief Timothy Bradshaw would like to remind Taunton residents to take safety precautions during activities during particularly hot days, especially those that take place outdoors.
Stoneham Fire Department Reminds Residents of Ice Safety Tips
STONEHAM — Chief Matthew Grafton wishes to remind residents to always be aware of the dangers of thin ice and to share tips for remaining safe on the ice.
Whitman Fire Department Reminds Residents to Check Smoke and CO Alarms During Daylight Saving Time
WHITMAN — Chief Timothy Grenno and the Whitman Fire Department encourage residents to test their smoke and carbon monoxide alarms when setting their clocks back for daylight saving time.
Holbrook Police Provide Update on Services Relating to COVID-19 Response
HOLBROOK — Chief of Police and Emergency Management Director William J. Smith wishes to convey to the residents and business owners of Holbrook the status of the Holbrook Police Department’s ongoing response to the COVID-19 public health crisis.
*JOINT RELEASE* Police Investigating After Hull Student Allegedly Shares Threatening Message on Snapchat
Superintendent Michael F. Devine and Deputy Chief Neil J. Reilly report that police and school officials are investigating after a Memorial Middle School student allegedly shared concerning and threatening photos on Snapchat earlier today. The two incidents are believed to have stemmed from an argument among multiple students at the school.
Reading Police Arrest Man After Standoff
Deputy Chief David Clark reports that a man was arrested in Reading Sunday after he barricaded himself inside of his home and refused to come out, prompting a response of a regional team of police officers and negotiators.
*Joint Release* Taunton Police and Fire Departments Free Teenager Trapped in Car
Police Chief Edward Walsh and Fire Chief Timothy Bradshaw report that the Taunton Police and Fire Departments responded to a local car wash after a teenager was pinned inside a vehicle by another vehicle yesterday.
Middleborough Police Respond to Fatal Motorcycle Crash
Chief Joseph Perkins reports that the Middleborough Police Department responded to a fatal crash involving a motorcycle this evening.