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The night of Oct. 31 is quickly approaching. Children will be out trick-or-treating, and everyone should take precautions to keep Halloween a safe event. From wearing appropriate attire to checking your children’s candy to driving safely, everyone plays a role on this holiday.
Chief Brian Griffin is pleased to share that the Northborough Police Department has been awarded $21,334 in state grant funding to improve road safety. The Healey-Driscoll Administration awarded more than $12.4 million in funding through the Municipal Road Safety, State Agency Traffic Safety, and Underserved Communities Traffic Safety Grant Programs. The Northborough Police Department received funding through the Municipal Road Grant
This weekend, your travels may be impacted by Applefest Weekend events. Please plan accordingly: đźš— Saturday – Applefest Road Race: Kicks off at 9 AM from Zeh School on Howard Street. Roads affected include Howard St, Church St, Brewer St, Green St, Fay Ln, and Valentine Rd. Brief road closures will occur, with officers positioned throughout. The race should be
This week is Child Passenger Safety Week, and we would like to raise awareness about properly sized and correctly installed car seats. A study by the National Highway Traffic Safety Association found that while most parents and caregivers believe they know how to properly install their car seats, about half (48%) have installed their child’s car seat incorrectly. It is
September is National Emergency Preparedness Month, which encourages families to discuss safety plans under this year’s theme, “Start a conversation.” 🚨 According to FEMA, those who are informed about emergency preparedness are five times as likely to take action, protecting themselves, their families, and communities. Follow some of our tips to practice preparedness in the case of an emergency. Let’s
On this day we remember loved ones who have died from overdose and encourage support and recovery efforts for those impacted by substance use and overdose.
A new school year means kids will be out walking and biking to school, buses will be out on the roadways, and drivers should be more cautious when driving through our community. Parents, please talk to your children before the new school year starts about getting safely to and from school, including the importance of looking up from their phones.
Northborough Police Department’s new co-responder, Lynn Botsaris, LICSW. (Photo courtesy of the Northborough Police Department) Chief Brian Griffin is pleased to announce that the Northborough Police Department is welcoming Lynn Botsaris, LICSW, as their new Jail Diversion Co-Responder. The Northborough Police Department has utilized a Jail Diversion Co-Responder for the past four years, a concept widely adopted to assist public
Police Chief Brian Griffin and Fire Chief David Parenti with the Northborough Police and Fire Departments, wish to share several important safety tips and reminders as residents prepare to celebrate the Fourth of July holiday.