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Stoneham Police Respond After Resident Locates Suspicious Device 

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Stoneham Police Department
Chief James McIntyre
47 Central Street
Stoneham, MA 02180-2044

For Immediate Release

Monday, July 15, 2019

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

Stoneham Police Respond After Resident Locates Suspicious Device 

Item Determined to be Harmless

STONEHAM — Chief James McIntyre reports that the Stoneham Police Department responded after a resident located a suspicious device near his home this afternoon.

Shortly after 2 p.m., an officer on patrol was flagged down by a resident on Chestnut Street who was performing yard work and found a suspicious looking item in bark mulch near his home.

The resident handed the item to the officer, who then immediately brought it to Recreation Park, which was the closest open area.

After an initial investigation, Stoneham Police requested the assistance of the Stoneham Fire Department, Massachusetts State Police Bomb Squad and Fire Marshal’s Office.

Out of an abundance of caution, the Boys and Girls Club of Stoneham and Wakefield, located near the park on Dale Court, was evacuated and children were taken to a nearby park while first responders investigated.

After an examination by the Bomb Squad, the item was deemed harmless and the children were allowed to return to the Boys and Girls Club.

“I would like to thank the members of the Stoneham Police Department, Stoneham Fire Department and Massachusetts State Police for the quick and professional manner in which this incident was resolved,” said Chief McIntyre. “The staff members of the Boys and Girls Club did a great job with relocating the children in a safe and timely manner.”

Access to Dale and Gerry Courts was temporarily restricted during the investigation. Police cleared the scene around 3:30 p.m.

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Stoneham Police Arrest Man on Multiple Drug Charges

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Stoneham Police Department
Chief James McIntyre
47 Central Street
Stoneham, MA 02180-2044

For Immediate Release

Tuesday, July 2, 2019

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

Stoneham Police Arrest Man on Multiple Drug Charges

STONEHAM — Chief James McIntyre reports that the Stoneham Police Department arrested a man on multiple drug charges over the weekend.

ANTHONY GAMBARDELLA, AGE 29, OF STONEHAM was arrested and charged with:

  • Selling Drug Paraphernalia to a Minor
  • Distribution of a Class D Drug (Marijuana)
  • Possession with Intent to Distribute a Class D Drug (Marijuana)
  • Attempt to Commit a Crime (Two Counts)
  • Resisting Arrest
  • Possession of a Class D Drug (Marijuana)

On Saturday, June 29, at approximately 7:50 p.m., a Stoneham Police officer and sergeant were conducting underage alcohol and drug enforcement in the area of Fallon Road in Stoneham. The officers observed a black pickup truck with multiple youths inside park their vehicle at the Mave apartment complex, 225 Fallon Road. An individual, later determined to be a minor, exited the truck and walked toward a second individual, GAMBARDELLA, who had exited an apartment building carrying a black backpack.

GAMBARDELLA was known to one of the officers conducting the surveillance as he had witnessed alleged hand-to-hand transactions multiple times in the same apartment complex involving GAMBARDELLA.

Due to the suspicious nature of the meetup, the officers believed they were witnessing a drug transaction. The officers approached the individuals and after talking with each, it was determined the minor was allegedly attempting to buy drugs from GAMBARDELLA.

When officers were speaking with GAMBARDELLA and asked him to remove his backpack, he attempted to walk away from the officers and enter the apartment building. He refused to comply with the officers’ request. GAMBARDELLA resisted and became combative until officers were eventually able to place him under arrest and remove his backpack.

While searching GAMBARDELLA’s backpack, officers found THC vaporizer cartridges containing THC oil concentrate, two bags of marijuana, a bag of marijuana joints packed in a way consistent with narcotics distribution and $320.45.

GAMBARDELLA was arrested and booked by the Stoneham Police Department. GAMBARDELLA was arraigned in Woburn District Court on Monday. The minor involved was issued a Civil Disposition Violation and released to family.

These are allegations. All suspects are considered innocent until proven guilty. 

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Stoneham Fire Department Welcomes New Member

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Stoneham Fire Department
Chief Matthew Grafton
25 Central Street
Stoneham, MA 02180-2044

For Immediate Release

Friday, June 28 , 2019

Contact: Jessica Sacco
Phone: 617-993-0003
Email: [email protected]

Stoneham Fire Department Welcomes New Member

Firefighter Mike Paone, left, was sworn into the Stoneham Fire Department this morning. (Courtesy Photo Stoneham Fire Department)

STONEHAM — Chief Matthew Grafton is pleased to announce that Firefighter Mike Paone was sworn into the Stoneham Fire Department this morning.

Firefighter Paone is a 2014 graduate of Stoneham High School and was officially sworn in during a ceremony at Town Hall by Town Clerk Maria Sagarino on Friday, June 28.

Following high school, Firefighter Paone entered the U.S. Marine Corps. He was deployed to the Middle East and Japan as an infantry rifleman aboard the U.S.S. Ashland from 2015-2016 and also spent eight months in Norway and Sweden from 2017-2018.

During his time in the military, Firefighter Paone completed the mountain communication course, where he became proficient in all aspects of mountain command and control communications. He also completed the designated marksman course, military operating urban training and team leader course. Upon his honorable discharge in September 2018, Firefighter Paone had achieved the rank of Corporal.

“We’re pleased to give Mike the opportunity to become a firefighter after honorably serving our country,” Chief Grafton said. “He brings a unique set of skills that I know will be beneficial to community members, and we look forward to him joining the ranks this fall after graduating from the fire academy.”

Firefighter Paone is currently enrolled in an EMT course and will enter the MetroFire Academy hosted by Boston Fire Department at Moon Island on July 8.

Chief Grafton would like to thank Boston Fire Commissioner Joseph Finn and the Boston Fire Department for hosting the MetroFire Academy in July.

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Stoneham Police Host 20th Annual Fishing Derby at Spot Pond

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Stoneham Police Department
Chief James McIntyre
47 Central Street
Stoneham, MA 02180-2044

For Immediate Release

Monday, June 17, 2019

Contact: Jessica Sacco
Phone: 617-993-0003
Email: [email protected]

Stoneham Police Host 20th Annual Fishing Derby at Spot Pond

STONEHAM — Residents of all ages came together at Spot Pond this month to enjoy the Stoneham Police Department’s 20th annual Fishing Derby.

Each year, the Stoneham Police Department’s Community Policing Unit, in collaboration with the Department of Conservation and Recreation and Massachusetts Anglers Education Program hosts the event for community members.

To commemorate the 20th anniversary, Stoneham Police added several activities to the June 8 event, which brought hundreds of community members together. On top of learning how to fish for free, attendees could also play skee-ball, try their hand at throwing a softball at a dunk tank and enjoy a barbecue lunch.

As part of the annual tradition, each child who participated in the derby received a free t-shirt, which Central Middle School fifth grade student Grace Newborn designed. The illustration featured a fish underwater exclaiming “go fish!” All kids were also entered into a raffle to receive a fishing rod and tackle box.

“As in years past, the Fishing Derby was a great success and we were thrilled to see so many residents come out for the event,” Chief James McIntyre said. “I want to commend Officer Kenneth Bowdidge for taking the lead on this event and bringing out some new activities for the kids to enjoy. We’re already looking forward to next year.”

The Stoneham Fire Department also used the Fishing Derby as an opportunity to launch their boat into Spot Pond, which is ready to provide assistance if needed.

The event wouldn’t be possible without the generosity of the following vendors:

Stop & Shop Supermarket, Stoneham, Piantedosi Baking Company, The Coca-Cola Company, Pepsi, Kayem Foods, Hood Ice Cream, J&B Butcher, Stoneham, CAP Electric, Stoneham Ford and Stoneham Towing.

Chief McIntyre would like to extend a special thanks to Chief Brian Kyes for allowing the Stoneham Police Department to borrow the Chelsea Police Department’s “Copsicle 1” ice cream truck, which was a popular stop for all attendees.

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