By: Laura Soukkavong Photo Credit: Boston Police Department Boston - Officers from District D-4 visited South End Girl Scouts Troop #4629 to share important safety tips about making smart choices while out in their communities. During the visit, officers engaged with the scouts in conversation, offering guidance on staying aware and looking out for one … Continue reading Boston Police Inspire Young Scouts with Safety and Teamwork Lessons
Category: Community
District C-11 Joins Emotional Good Friday Walk Through Dorchester Streets
By: Laura Soukkavong Photo Credit: Boston Police Department Boston - Officers from District C-11 joined Father Conway and members of the Bowdoin and Geneva communities in Dorchester for the annual Good Friday Walk. The walk included several stops throughout the neighborhood to honor and remember those lost to violence, creating a powerful and reflective experience … Continue reading District C-11 Joins Emotional Good Friday Walk Through Dorchester Streets
Community Connection: GROW Christian Learning Center Visits the Station
By: Laura Soukkavong Photo Credit: Worcester Police Department Worcester - We were excited to welcome students from GROW Christian Learning Center to the station for a tour today! Officers Trevon Cooper and John Alers gave students a behind-the-scenes look at the station, answering questions and showing them what a day in policing looks like. The … Continue reading Community Connection: GROW Christian Learning Center Visits the Station
From Patrol to Play: Officers Join Students for Action-Packed Basketball Day
By: Laura Soukkavong Photo Credit: Boston Police Department Boston – District E-5 officers joined students and faculty at St. Theresa of Avila School for an exciting day of basketball and community connection. Officers hit the court with students from all grade levels, creating a fun and energetic atmosphere filled with friendly competition. The students brought … Continue reading From Patrol to Play: Officers Join Students for Action-Packed Basketball Day
District A-1 Officers Partner with Seniors for Annual Bunker Hill Easter Celebration
By: Laura Soukkavong Photo Credit: Boston Police Department Boston – Officers from the A-1 District, alongside the Bureau of Community Engagement, partnered with our friends at the Beverly Gibbons Center to prepare for the annual Easter Egg Hunt at the Bunker Hill Monument. Working alongside local seniors, officers helped fill nearly 5,000 eggs with stickers … Continue reading District A-1 Officers Partner with Seniors for Annual Bunker Hill Easter Celebration
BPD Connects With Students Through Literacy Initiative
By: Laura Soukkavong Photo Credit: Boston Police Department Boston - Officers from District D-4's Community Service Office recently partnered with local leaders to take part in the second annual Read Across Blackstone event at Blackstone School in the South End. During the event, officers spent time reading with students and encouraging a passion for books … Continue reading BPD Connects With Students Through Literacy Initiative
Building trust one story at a time
By: Laura Soukkavong Photo Credit: Boston Police Department BOSTON, MA — Officers from the Boston Police Department continued their community outreach efforts with a special visit to a local classroom. Members of the Bureau of Community Engagement spent time with a kindergarten class at the Blackstone School in the South End, joining visitors from across … Continue reading Building trust one story at a time
Officers trade badges for books at local preschool
By: Laura Soukkavong Photo Credit: Worcester Police Department Worcester - Officers from the Worcester Police Department made a special visit to a local preschool, bringing smiles and community connections to young students. Sergeant Michael Dowd, Officer John Alers, and Officer Angela Lookwhy visited St. Spyridon Preschool, where they read to children and engaged with the … Continue reading Officers trade badges for books at local preschool
A moment she’ll never forget – and neither will they
By: Laura Soukkavong Photo Credit: Worcester Police Department Worcester - A special birthday that came through in the best way possible for one local resident. Emma was surprised on her 23rd birthday by her favorite police officer, Officer Tom Hastings, creating a moment she won't soon forget. The two met years ago while Officer Hastings … Continue reading A moment she’ll never forget – and neither will they
Boston Police Learn to Skate Program Returns to the Ice
By: Laura Soukkavong - Boston – Boston Police District A-7 recently joined participants in the department’s Learn to Skate Program for another successful day on the ice at Tall Ship Boston. Following the recent snowfall across the region, the program provided an ideal opportunity for participants to spend extra time developing their skating abilities while … Continue reading Boston Police Learn to Skate Program Returns to the Ice
Community and Culture Shine at Dorchester Lunar New Year Celebration
By: Laura Soukkavong - Photo Credit: Boston Police Department Boston – The Bureau of Community Engagement and officers of District C-11 joined residents at Florian Hall in Dorchester to celebrate the Lunar New Year. The day offered a lively mix of cultural performances, traditional Lunar New Year foods, and hands-on activity tables, bringing families and … Continue reading Community and Culture Shine at Dorchester Lunar New Year Celebration
Officers and Community Roll Into a Night of Fun and Learning
By: Laura Soukkavong - Boston – Community Members of all ages joined officers of Districts B-2 and B-3 for an energetic night of music, roller skating, and friendly trivia competition. Between laps around the rink, participants tested their knowledge with themed trivia questions, bringing both running and learning together in one event. This highlighted positive … Continue reading Officers and Community Roll Into a Night of Fun and Learning
Youth and Police Unite to Serve at East Boston Soup Kitchen
By: Laura Soukkavong - Boston – During a week-long winter break, BPD Officers teamed up with members of District A-7 Youth Group to give back to their community at the East Boston Soup Kitchen. They spent the day helping serve meals and providing support to community members in need. It was more than just volunteering … Continue reading Youth and Police Unite to Serve at East Boston Soup Kitchen
From Snowed In to Safe and Warm: A Community Comes Together
By: Laura Soukkavong Photo Credit: Sturbridge Police Department Sturbridge – After a major snowstorm left more than 20 inches of snow on the ground, an elderly couple faced serious problems. Their walkway was completely buried, and the snow had covered the filler tube and vent for their home’s oil tank. With no safe access to … Continue reading From Snowed In to Safe and Warm: A Community Comes Together
Celebrating the Lunar New Year: Tradition, Family, and Festivities
By: Laura Soukkavong - One of the most celebrated holidays across Asia and among communities worldwide is the Lunar New Year, also known as the Chinese New Year. This marks the beginning of the lunar calendar, a vibrant festival that symbolizes renewal, family unity, and hope for a prosperous year ahead. Traditions vary by region … Continue reading Celebrating the Lunar New Year: Tradition, Family, and Festivities
Everyday Impact: WooSox Foundation Supports Sturbridge Softball Players, Delivers Roses To Seniors and Food To El Buen Samaritano
By Tiffany Williams - STURBRIDGE, Mass. — About 59 miles west of Boston sits the town of Sturbridge, population 9,867. It’s the kind of New England town known for its colonial roots, historic charm and the sort of Main Street where people still wave as they pass by. It’s also the kind of place where … Continue reading Everyday Impact: WooSox Foundation Supports Sturbridge Softball Players, Delivers Roses To Seniors and Food To El Buen Samaritano
National School Resource Officer Appreciation Day Recognizes Role in Student Safety
By Tiffany Williams - STURBRIDGE, Mass. — National School Resource Officer Appreciation Day is observed annually on Feb. 15 to recognize sworn law enforcement officers who serve in schools, acting as mentors, counselors and law educators while working to bridge the gap between youth and law enforcement. Established in 2022 by the National Association of … Continue reading National School Resource Officer Appreciation Day Recognizes Role in Student Safety
Thanksgiving in Hartford: Yard Goats Team Up With Jordan’s Furniture for Turkey Drive
By Tiffany Williams - The Hartford Yard Goats are stepping up in a big way this Thanksgiving, and they’ve brought Jordan’s Furniture along for the ride. On Thursday, November 20th, Dunkin’ Park will transform from a baseball field into a hub of holiday generosity as Jordan’s donates 300 turkeys to Connecticut Foodshare, sending meals to … Continue reading Thanksgiving in Hartford: Yard Goats Team Up With Jordan’s Furniture for Turkey Drive
WooSox Turn Polar Park into a Lifeline for the Hungry
By Tiffany Williams - The WooSox are swinging for the fences — not on the field, but in the fight against hunger. Starting Wednesday, November 5, the team’s charitable arm launches a week-long food drive blitz at Polar Park to help the Worcester County Food Bank feed families on the brink. From 10 a.m. to … Continue reading WooSox Turn Polar Park into a Lifeline for the Hungry
Suspect Fatally Shot In Shootout With Seekonk Police
By Caroline Davis - This morning at about 6:41 am, officers with the Seekonk PD responded to an alarm call at a business on route 6. At about 6:46 am, officers arrived on scene and observed that the business had been broken into. The suspect was seen leaving the area on foot however he eventually … Continue reading Suspect Fatally Shot In Shootout With Seekonk Police
Brockton Police Respond To Double Stabbing On Ash Street
By Tammie Mitchell - Just before midnight Sunday, officers with the Brockton Police Department responded to a report of a stabbing in the area of 374 Ash Street. Upon arrival officers located a juvenile female and an adult male who were both stabbed. Both were taken to an area hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. The adult … Continue reading Brockton Police Respond To Double Stabbing On Ash Street
Two Shot In Brockton, Including A Police Officer
By Josephine Turco - Earlier tonight Brockton Police responded to the area of Taber Ave for a report of shots fired. What we know right now is that two individuals have been shot. One of these individuals is a police officer with the Brockton Police Department. The officer was taken to Boston Medical Center with … Continue reading Two Shot In Brockton, Including A Police Officer