R.A.D. Women's Class (10/26/07)
The Monson Police Department completed a R.A.D. Women's class that was held November 8, 15, 23, 29, and December 6th from 6 p.m.to 9 p.m. at the Town Administration Gymnasium.
Please visit our R.A.D. Page for more information about R.A.D. and details on how to register for future classes.
Operation Yellow Blitz (10/26/07)
On Tuesday, October 23, 2007, the Monson Police Department and the Monson School Department participated in 'Operation Yellow Blitz'.
'Operation Yellow Blitz' is an appeal by the Massachusetts Registry of Motor Vehicles, in conjunction with local law enforcement and school transportation providers, to draw attention to the national problem of vehicles driving past school buses that are picking-up or discharging pupils.
The Monson Police Department was out specifically looking for motorists that failed to stop for school buses displaying red flashing lights and stop signs. Violators are subject to a $250 citation under Massachusetts General Law Chapter 90 Section 14. Subsequent offenses may also result in higher fines or a loss of license. We are happy to report that officers observed no violations during this initiative.
The Monson Police and School Departments are hoping that you will keep our children's safety in mind whenever you travel around our community.
Please stop for school buses that are displaying stop signs and flashing red lights. You could save a child's life.
Safety Awareness Program For Seniors (9/17/07)
The Monson Police Department, in cooperation with the Monson Council on Aging, is currently hosting a free ‘Safety Awareness Program for Seniors’.
This is a four-part program that began on Tuesday October 9th and will run each consecutive Tuesday in October. The program will run from 12:45 p.m. until 2:00 p.m. and will be held at the Monson Senior Center, 106 Main St, Monson.
The program agenda will be as follows:
On October 9th, a member of the Monson Police Department will speak about home safety, driver safety and crime prevention.
On October 16th, a guest speaker from the U. S. Postal Service will speak on mail fraud and the precautions that seniors can take to prevent it.
On October 23rd, a representative from the Monson Savings Bank will discuss social security and financial laws as well as financial exploitation awareness and prevention.
On October 30th, representatives from both the Massachusetts Attorney General’s Office and Greater Springfield Senior Services will provide information to participants about the programs and services that each of their agencies offer.
Participants that attend all four sessions will receive a Certificate of Completion.
Hampden County EMS Awards (5/16/07)
The Monson Police Department is proud to announce that the Western Massachusetts Emergency Medical Services Committee recently voted to honor five of our employees with 'Save Awards'. These awards were presented at the Hampden County EMS Awards Banquet which was held at the Elks Lodge in Springfield on May 15, 2007.
Off. Scott Lawrence and Disp. Rosalie McIntyre received awards for their actions during a 9-1-1 call for a choking infant on June 11, 2006. Upon receipt of the call, Disp. McIntyre immediately dispatched Ofc. Lawrence to the scene and coordinated the Monson Fire Department Ambulance's response. When Off. Lawrence arrived on the scene, he successfully cleared the infant's airway obstruction and restored his breathing. The infant was transported to a local hospital and was able to made a full recovery.
Sgt. James Boucher, Off. Donald Emerson, Off. Daryl Buley and Disp. Rosalie McIntyre received awards for their actions during a 9-1-1 call for an unconscious subject on July 24, 2006. Upon receipt of the call, Disp. McIntyre immediately dispatched Sgt. Boucher, Off. Emerson and Off. Buley to the scene and coordinated the Monson Fire Department Ambulance's response. When officers arrived on the scene and determined that the victim had no pulse, they immediately initiated CPR and Automatic Electronic Defibrilator (AED) procedures until EMT's arrived on the scene. The victim was transported to a local hospital and was able to make a full recovery.
The Monson Police Department and its dispatch center also received separate awards for our ongoing commitment to the emergency medical needs of the community.
Touch a Truck Event (4/27/07)
On May 12, 2007, the Palmer Monson Family Network along with the Monson and Palmer Police Departments, the Monson Schools and the Molly Bish Foundation, sponsored a Touch a Truck event at the Quarry Hill School.
Children and their parents were given a close up view of the various construction, police, fire and race vehicles that were on hand throughout the day. The Monson Police Department also conducted free car seat checks and the Molly Bish Foundation provided free child identification kits to those interested.
Neighborhood Watch Meeting (4/6/07)
The Monson Police Department, in cooperation with a number of residents and members of the downtown business community met to discuss establishing a Neighborhood Watch program in Monson.
Neighborhood Watch is a crime prevention program that is based upon the idea of citizens working with each other and with law enforcement agencies to reduce crime and victimization in the community. It involves:
1. Citizens protecting themselves and their property by using common sense crime prevention practices.
2. Neighbors getting to know each other, watching out for each other and reporting suspicious activities to the Monson Police Department.
3. Citizens working with groups, community leaders, and the Monson Police Department in an effort to promote safety and reduce crime in our community.
Please check back on this web site for further information about the progress of Monson's Neighborhood Watch program.
Employment Opportunities (3/26/07)
The Monson Police Department is currently seeking qualified individuals for Part-Time Police and Dispatcher positions. Further information about these job opportunities are available on the
The Town of Monson is an equal opportunity employer.
Make a Wish Chain Letter Scam (3/1/07)
The Monson Police Department was recently notified of a financial scam involving a chain letter/email being circulated under the name of Make-a-Wish of Massachusetts.
Make-a-Wish has advised that this letter is not authorized and has no ties to their agency.
Netsmartz Internet Safety Presentations (1/31/07)
The Monson Police Department is in the process of distributing the 'NetSmartz Workshop' to the Monson Free Library and the Monson Public Schools. The workshop is an interactive, educational safety resource from the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children and Boys and Girls Clubs of America that uses age appropriate, 3-D activities to teach children and teens how to be safer when using the internet.
What makes NetSmartz unique is its use of the latest technology and its availability to the public at no cost. NetSmartz materials provide a learning experience children will enjoy and understand. Parents, guardians, educators, government officials, law enforcement and youth organizers can access www.NetSmartz.org to get on and offline activities and ideas for teaching internet safety.
RAD Training Schedule (1/25/07)
Rape Aggression Defense (RAD), is a program of realistic, self defense tactics and techniques. The RAD system is a comprehensive course for women (ages 13+) that begins with awareness, prevention, risk reduction, and avoidance while progressing on to the basics of hands on defensive training. RAD is NOT a martial arts program.
The course is taught by certified RAD instructors and provides you with a workbook/reference manual. This manual outlines the entire physical defense program for reference and continuous growth. And better yet, the course is absolutely FREE!
Enrollment for the next scheduled class is now closed. New training dates will be posted as they become available.
For more information please contact: Ofc. Kristen M. Marciniec (267-5136)
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