2022 Community Engagement Events
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Annual Holiday Luncheon and Winter Glove Giveaway- December, 2022
Warming hearts and hands at today’s annual holiday luncheon and winter glove giveaway in Brockton.Our thanks to Minister Rodney Dessesaure, the Lively Stones Christian Center Men’s Ministry, and Father Bills & Mainspring Shelter of Brockton for asking our office to take part.
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Plymouth County District Attorney’s Office Annual Holiday Party
Celebrating the season with our staff tonight.Wishing everyone the happiest of holidays!
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Adopt A Family Program-December 2022
It’s the season of giving and staffers pitched in to help make our 2022 Adopt-A-Family program a success.These “wish list”items will go to the domestic violence and sexual assault agencies our office partners with.
Hoping to make the holiday merry and bright for these families.
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West Bridgewater TRIAD’s Holiday Luncheon- December 2022
Decking the halls of the West Bridgewater Council on Aging today at their TRIAD Holiday Luncheon.Thank you to COA Director Marilyn Mather for organizing, and West Bridgewater Fire for their winter fire safety presentation.
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Southeastern Massachusetts Veterans’ Service Officers Association December 2022 meeting
The city of Brockton hosted the Southeastern Massachusetts Veterans’ Service Officers Association this morning.Thanks to all those who made sacrifices so that we have our freedom.
We owe all gratitude, dignity and respect. 🇺🇸
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Annual Plympton Carver TRIAD Holiday Luncheon- December 2022
It’s the most wonderful time of the year and everyone was of good cheer today at the Plymouth and Carver TRIAD Holiday Luncheon.Thanks to Janine Eaton for organizing, the Plympton and Carver Police & Fire Departments for providing the food, and the Plymouth North High School for their donation of a sweet cake for dessert!
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Plymouth Family Resource Center Free Family Market- December 2022
Raising awareness of Domestic Violence and Drug Endangered Children.Our office is at the Plymouth Family Resource Center Free Family Market today with resources and giveaways.
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Halifax Council on Aging Holiday Luncheon- December 2022
Ringing in the holidays today at the Halifax Council on Aging December Holiday Luncheon. ❄️ -
Community Reinvestment Program- Donation to Rochester Fire Department, December 2022
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Lively Stones Christian Men’s Ministry & Father Bill’s Mainspring Shelter Holiday Luncheon
It is the time of giving.
Our thanks to Minister Rodney Dessesaure, the Lively Stones Christian Center Men’s Ministry, and Father Bills & Mainspring Shelter of Brockton for asking our office to participate in their annual holiday luncheon on December 17.
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Homicide Victim Awareness Month- Brockton 2022
An indoor remembrance vigil to mark Survivors of Homicide Victim Awareness Month in Brockton this evening.We pause, we reflect and we remember those lost, and we remind family members left behind that they are not alone.
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Swearing In of 3 new Assistant District Attorneys
Swearing in of our newest group of Assistant District Attorneys.Meet ADA Samantha Bosco, ADA Steven Murphy, and ADA Shauna Souve.
Welcome to PCDAO!
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Back Together Again for the Holidays-Brockton 2022
Downtown Brockton transformed into a winter wonderland with today’s parade and theme, “Back together again for the holidays.”Thank you to the Downtown Brockton Association, the Campello Business Association, the Montello Business Association, and the City of Brockton for organizing the festive family fun!
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MarshVegas Turkey Trot 2022
Burning off some calories before the big feast today at the 2022 MarshVegas Turkey Trot.Happy Thanksgiving!
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New Assistant District Attorney Swearing In
Swearing in of Assistant District Attorney Joseph Presley, who is assigned to Brockton District Court.Welcome to PCDAO, ADA Presley!
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Governor’s Council to Address Sexual Assault & Domestic Violence- Prevention Subcommittee Meeting
Prevention Subcommittee meeting today of the Governor’s Council to Address Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence.
Proud to be a part of this group of people and agencies committed to the prevention of intimate partner violence.
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3rd Annual Brockton Turkey Giveaway
Despite frigid temps and a biting wind, there was a feeling of warmth all around at today’s 3rd Annual Brockton Turkey Giveaway.Our office is proud to help sponsor this event to kick off the holiday season and aid those in need.
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Battle of the Badges III- October 1, 2022
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3rd Annual First Responders Appreciation Day- September 28, 2022
45 School Street, Brockton, MA
We have the utmost respect for those who put the uniform and go to work so that we remain safe.Join us at the 3rd Annual First Responder Appreciation Day next week in Brockton.
Our office is proudly supporting Lady C&J Catering, who will provide meals for these everyday heroes
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CORI Friendly Career & Resource Fair- September 27, 2022
156 West Elm Street
On Tuesday, Sept. 27th please join
Plymouth County Sheriff Joe McDonald, Plymouth County District Attorney Tim Cruz and Mayor Bob Sullivan,
as they host a CORI Friendly Career Fair at the War Memorial Building in Brockton
The event will be held from 10 am – 1 pm.
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Regional Overdose Vigil- September 21, 2022
Middleboro, MA
Moving evening at the Regional Overdose Vigil in Middleborough, organized by Carver Cares, Middleborough Matters, Plymouth Youth Development Collaborative and Wareham Connects. -
Lakeville TRIAD 5th Anniversary Luncheon- August 2022
Singing in the rain today with Singing Trooper Sgt. Daniel Clark, as we celebrated 5 years of the Lakeville TRIAD.Special thanks to members of Lakeville Police and Fire who weathered the weather to get the grilling in, and Acting Director Lori Fahey for organizing today’s event!
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West Bridgewater Bicentennial Celebration- 1822-2022
The Plymouth County District Attorney and members of his staff were on hand to celebrate West Bridgewater’s Bicentennial. District Attorney Cruz took part in the formal recognition of the Bicentennial on February 16, 2022 and in he recreational recognition on August 20, 2022
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First Responder Jamboree- Brockton- August 2022
Thank you to Brockton Police for organizing today’s Jamboree at Brockton Fairgrounds.Supporting the idea of police/community partnerships and fostering neighborhood camaraderie.
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Discussing the Opioid Epidemic with WMEX Boston’s Tony LaGreca, host of “Courage to Hope”- August 2022
Since losing his son to a fatal drug overdose in 2014, WMEX Boston host Tony LaGreca has taken to the airwaves and made it his mission to support others in the throes of the opioid epidemic.Today, we sat down wit Tony to talk about what we are doing here in Plymouth County to build healthy, strong and safe communities.
Thanks for the opportunity and your “Courage to Hope” radio program.
Tune in this Thursday, August 11, at 6 pm, or next Monday, August 15 at 7 pm.
WMEX 1510 AM
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2nd Annual Purple Heart Luncheon- August 2022
Heroes living among us and those that have passed were honored today at the City of Brockton’s 2nd Annual Purple Heart Luncheon.Thank you all for your bravery and service.
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Trauma Informed Training with Tonier Cain- Day 2- August 2022- Stonehill College
Day 2 of events with Tonier Cain.Proud to help sponsor tonight’s gospel concert with the United Way of Greater Plymouth County and our community partners.
Thank you Pastor Michael Gilbert and wife Eva for helping to bring Tonier and her inspirational message to Plymouth County.
Got the chance to meet William Allen tonight.Making a difference in his community.
Our office supported, and Governor Baker commuted his sentence. #MLKthetimeisalwaysrighttodowhatisright
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Summer Fest Brockton Mid-Summer Celebration Music & Art Festival- August 2022
Great afternoon spent at 2022 Summer Fest BrocktonMid-Summer Celebration Music & Art Festival.So proud to sponsor this event and to have our office participate in this day of local culture. -
A Night at the Rox- August 2022
Play ball!Great night as the Brockton Rox took on the New Britain Bees.
Thanks to our Plymouth County Drug Abuse Task Force for purchasing tickets for some lucky youngsters.
A fun night was had by all, complete with a rainbow!
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Trauma Informed Training with Tonier Cain- Day 1- August 2022- Stonehill College
At Stonehill College for the first of several weekend events on trauma informed training with Tonier Cain.Our office sponsored these informative discussions with United Way of Greater Plymouth County, New Life Temple of Holiness, The Umbrella Project, PACC, and Choices4Teens.
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Haitian Community Partners host an Appreciation Day at Vincente’s Supermarket- August 2022
Beating the heat of the streets with some sweets today in Brockton.Thanks to Vincente’s Market and the Haitian Community Partners Foundation for the refreshing afternoon. 🍦
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Carver Night Out- August 2022
National Night Out in Carver tonight.Our thanks to the Carver Police Department and Chief Duphily for hosting this fun event for families and meeting with town residents.
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Vehicle Donation to PACC- August 2022
This vehicle was a forfeited car from a drug seizure by Rockland Police.Today, our office repurposed it to Jamal Gooding and People Affecting Community Change to help individuals who are re-establishing themselves after facing adversity get to and from work.
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Kingston Night Out- August 2022
Marking National Night Out with first responders in Kingston this evening.This night always enhances the relationships built between neighbors and law enforcement, and helps us rediscover our own communities.
Thank you to Chief Splaine, the Kingston Police Department and the Kingston Fire Department for keeping residents safe!
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28th Annual Cape Verdean Celebration- July 2022
Spent a beautiful Sunday afternoon at the 28th Annual Cape Verdean celebration in Brockton.
Proud to sponsor this event.
Day was complete with meeting Cape Verdean Mayor for the city of Maio, Miguel Silva Rosa.
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Press Conference-Opiate Suppression Initiative, Brockton- June 2022
Successful and safe Opiate Suppression Initiative by the Massachusetts State Police and the Brockton Police today.Drug dealers are plaguing some Brockton neighborhoods.
Law abiding citizens living here deserve better.
Thanks to all involved, Brockton is a safer place as a result of these efforts.
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Sprint Into Summer- June 2022
Thank you to Mayor Robert Sullivan, Brockton’s Wellness Trust Team, the schools, and Pinnacle Partnerships for bringing today’s Sprint Into Summer health and wellness event together. -
Hanover Days with Opry-Plymouth County Comfort Dogs- June 25, 2022
Dog days of summer are no match for Hingham Police comfort dog Opry who wowed the crowds at Hanover Day.Opry is our 1st Plymouth County Comfort Dog.
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Dedication of the Sgt. Michael C. Chesna Memorial Rink- Hanover, MA
Bittersweet moment under beautiful blue skies as we celebrated Hanover Day today and dedicated the hockey rink to Sgt. Michael C. Chesna, who dedicated himself to protecting public safety, and died doing so. -
Marshfield Senior Center- Open House- June 25, 2022
Full house at today’s open house at the Marshfield Council on Aging.Seniors and the community admiring the beautiful new expansion to their facility.
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Senior Safety Series- Crosby Gardens- June 2022
Continuing our Senior Safety Series at Crosby Gardens.Thank you to Tim Sullivan of Brockton Housing Authority and Tenant President Kevin Donovan for coordinating.
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Plymouth County DEC Alliance Meeting- June 2022
Good news to share today at the Plymouth County DEC Alliance meeting.We received a 4.48 million dollar COSSAP community grant to continue the work of our drug endangered children initiative.
Our office is also sponsoring a trauma-informed event with Tonier Cain at Massasoit this August.
Our work continues.
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Plympton Carver Spring Fling Anniversary- June 2022
Celebrating 16 years of the Plympton/Carver TRIAD with a nice cookout under the sun.Carver PD Chief Duphily and Fire Chief Weston got in on the grilling action!
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Plymouth County Difference Maker Interview Shoot- Marshfield Rib Cook Off 2022
Our thanks to Robert Kjellman and Stephen Halko-Sheehan who got fired up to stop by and chew the fat on the 14th annual Marshfield Community Rib Cook-Off.This truly is a labor of love and a love of barbecue, and all to benefit local charities.
September 10, 2022 at the Marshfield Fairgrounds.🔥
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PCO Quarterly Meeting- June 2022
Unfortunately overdose deaths are up statewide and nationally, but in Plymouth County we’ve seen a 15% decrease in 2022 compared to 2021.At the Plymouth County Outreach quarterly meeting.
Our office is sharing updates on Handle With Care and our Drug Endangered Children work.
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Sheriff’s Prayer Breakfast- June 2022
A promising morning spent at Plymouth County Sheriff Joe McDonald’s Prayer Breakfast with New Hope Correctional Ministry.Everyone in the room is doing their part to positively change the lives of those incarcerated.
Photo credits: Representative Matt Muratore
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Cape Cod League- Supporting Plymouth County’s Wareham Gatemen
Enjoying the boys of summer on this the first night of summer at Wareham Gateman collegiate baseball.After a year long hiatus, the Cape Cod Baseball League is back in full swing.
It was a beautiful night at Clem Spillane Field, rooting for the Wareham Gatemen!
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Senior Safety Series- Sullivan Towers- June 2022
Celebrating the first day of summer at our Senior Public Safety Lunch at Sullivan Towers in Brockton.Thank you to tenant President Cheryl Duren for helping to coordinate.
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Father’s Day Peace Walk 2022- Brockton, MA
Walking in harmony this morning at the annual Life After Death Father’s Day Peace Walk.Our office was proud to financially sponsor and participate in this yearly event.
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Retirement of Senior Chief Petty Officer Keith Jermyn- U.S. Navy
Honored to attend the U.S. Navy retirement ceremony of Senior Chief Petty Officer Keith Jermyn today at Hingham Town Hall.Congratulations and thank you for your service.
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African American Association of Brockton- 1st Annual Juneteenth Celebration
Beautiful blue skies for the inaugural Juneteenth celebration put together by the African American Association of Brockton at the fairgrounds.Thank you to Jamie and Jasmine Hodges and members of the AAA for the Certificate of Appreciation.
Myself and my office were both proud and pleased to be a part of the Juneteenth celebration.
Today we recognize the need to continue efforts to ensure racial freedom and equality.
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Sponsorship of Love Life Now Foundation’s Heel-A-Thon- May 2022
Please consider joining us and walk a mile in a survivor’s shoes at the Love Life Now Foundation’s Heel-A-Thon for domestic violence awareness.Proud to support Lovern Gordon and this fun event which benefits the very serious issue of domestic violence.
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Brockton Redevelopment Authority Meeting- May 2022
With the Brockton Redevelopment Authority today and listening to exciting details about the Brockton Business Assistance Program partnership with the Asian American Civic Association to bring the first Brockton Asian Business Technical Assistance Program here. -
Senior Safety Series- Duxbury Senior Center- May 2022
Each year millions of Americans fall victim to some type of financial fraud or internet scheme.Giving our Don’t Be $cammed presentation this morning so that folks at the Duxbury Senior Center can avoid the pitfalls of being taken advantage of.
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Plymouth County Difference Maker Interview Shoot- Pastor Michael & Eva Gilbert- May 2022
“Meet Our Plymouth County Community Difference Makers” taping today with Pastor Michael Gilbert and his wife Eva from New Life Temple of Holiness in Brockton.Tune in to hear about some of the great work the Gilberts are doing and how you can get involved.
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Sponsorship of Duxbury Gradnite 2022
Duxbury High is fortunate to have Duxbury Gradnite planning a memorable night where seniors can celebrate safely post graduation.Our office is proud to support party planning efforts and our thanks to Michelle Striebel and all the volunteers involved. Congrats Class of 2022!🎓
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Wellness Fair- Old Colony YMCA- Middleboro- May 2022
Beautiful day at Camp Yomechas in Middleboro for the Wellness Fair.Great to see so many of our community partners:
Old Colony YMCA
Plymouth County Sheriff’s Department
Plymouth County HUB
Balance Workshop
Plymouth Family Resource Center
Middleboro Library
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Vigil Against Hate- Brockton- May 2022
At the City of Brockton community vigil in support of victims of violence in our nation and unity in the face of hate.16 year-old Ayanna Blake, Brockton’s first Youth Poet Laureate, captured the audience reading her poem at the Vigil Against Hate.
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Kids Road Races- Spring 2022
For 45 years Dave and Judy Gorman have been organizing Kids Road Races here in Brockton.Our office is proud to support this spring rite of passage for thousands of kids over the years.
Lace up and beat feet before the heat tomorrow.
Swing by D.W. Field Park in Brockton at 9:30.
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Plymouth County DEC Alliance Meeting- May 2022
Plymouth County DEC Alliance meeting virtually this morning.Thank you to Jennifer Cantwell for facilitating and thank you to Emilee Pihl for updating the DEC Alliance on human trafficking.
Drug endangered children are at higher risk of being trafficked, and awareness is an important part of prevention.
Working together to make a difference.
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Raising of the Haitian Flag at Brockton City Hall
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Parent Night- “Not My Kid”- Furnace Brook Middle School- Marshfield- May 2022
Thank you Marshfield FACTS and Marshfield Public Schools for having Officer Nancy Leedberg, Brockton PD and Detective Chip Yeaton, Canton PD present the parent substance use prevention program, “Not My Kid.”Officer Leedberg a School Resource Officer, is well respected in her field and carries a wealth of experience working in both in the Brockton schools and the Brockton community. Officer Leedberg brought new comfort dog Bonnie along. Bonnie, a member of the Brockton Police Department, is one of our Plymouth County Comfort Dogs.
Detective Yeaton is a Special Advisor to the Massachusetts Task Force Report on School Safety and Security.
It was a pleasure to speak to the parents who came out to learn how to keep their kids safe.
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Wareham TRIAD meeting- May 2022
Our first Wareham TRIAD meeting was held at the Council on Aging today with Wareham Police Chief Correia and Deputy Dias.With TRIAD, we are giving our seniors “The Right Information And Direction” many topics were covered to help keep our seniors safe.
Our thanks to WCTV for broadcasting the event.
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Tour of the Carver Police Station- Carver COA- May 2022
Thanks to Chief Marc Duphily and the Carver Officers for opening their doors and giving the Carver Seniors a tour of their impressive new police station.It was great to see all of you and to bring you all up to speed on the latest scams that have surfaced around Plymouth County.
Congratulations to Carver town residents on this new facility for first responders.
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Senior Safety- Nook News- World Elder Abuse Awareness Day 2022
Taping a segment of Nook News on World Elder Abuse Awareness Day and our march planned for June.Our thanks to Beth Hadfield of Plymouth Center for Active Living and Terry Kourtz from Old Colony Elder Services.
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14th Annual Middleboro YMCA Gala- May 2022
It takes a community to support the community.At the 14th annual Middleboro YMCA Gala presented by the Old Colony YMCA.
Proud to partner with you so that you can continue your important work in Plymouth County.
Working together to make a difference in the communities of Plymouth County.
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Cyber Sense Presentation- Hanson Middle School- May 2022
Assistant District Attorney Amanda Fowle presenting our Cyber Sense program to Hanson Middle School today.Thank you, Principal William Trantor and SRO Derek Harrington for this opportunity to talk internet safety with your students.
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The 26th Annual MDAA Prosecutors Conference- Day 2- May 13, 2022
And the Spotlight Award goes to ADA Carolan Blackwood, supervisor of our Plymouth District Court.ADA Blackwood has mentored dozens of new ADAs and has also represented the office in our mental health, recovery and valor courts.
We are lucky to have her at PCDAO. Congratulations
Former Boston Police Commissioner Ed Davis delivered the keynote address on both the challenges and the opportunities within the criminal justice system.
A group of our staffers closed out the 26th Annual Massachusetts Prosecutors Conference.Our thanks to the Massachusetts District Attorneys Association for hosting.
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Wareham Community Resource Fair- May 2022
Thank you to the Wareham Police and all those who contributed to make today’s Wareham Resource Fair a huge success.Glad to sponsor this event.
The food truck was present today and many were able to sample the first fried dough of the season!
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Plymouth County TRIAD bids a fond farewell to Lakeville Senior Center’s Director Kelly Howley
Bittersweet goodbye today to Lakeville Senior Center’s Director Kelly Howley.Kelly embarks on a new career as the town of Barnstable’s Council on Aging Director.
Thank you for 10 years of service to seniors with the Lakeville TRIAD.
We wish you well on your new endeavor. We will miss you!
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The 26th Annual MDAA Prosecutors Conference- Day 1- May 12, 2022
The 26th Annual MDAA Prosecutors Conference.Thank you to Governor Charlie Baker for your leadership in pushing to improve the dangerousness statute and update the state wiretap law.
Lots on our agenda.
We are all working together to make a difference and keep our communities safe.
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Opry’s First Day of School- Plymouth County Comfort Dogs- 2022
Congratulations to SRO Tom Ford, as today is Opry’s first day at Hingham High School!Opry is our very first Comfort Dog.
She has successfully completed her training with flying colors!
We are proud to sponsor the Plymouth County Comfort Dogs, these dogs are truly amazing!
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Marshfield TRIAD Re-Commitment Ceremony- May 2022
Marshfield TRIAD renewed their commitment to the program today.Liam Rooney from Marshfield PD, Marshfield Fire Chief Jeff Simpson, Sheriff Joe McDonald, Marshfield COA Director Carol Hamilton and I all signed the Plymouth County TRIAD agreement.
Great to meet with Marshfield seniors at the newly renovated senior center.
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Human Trafficking Task Force Meeting- May 2022
We began in 2020 with a grant and a shared vision with Health Imperatives for a human trafficking task force.We now have 60 agencies – law enforcement, service providers, state agencies and other organizations on board.
Our efforts to combat Human Trafficking in Plymouth County are stronger because of all of you.
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South Shore Chamber of Commerce- May 2022
Coffee and conversation this morning with the South Shore Chamber of Commerce.Our thanks to The Arc of the South Shore and COO Abigail Parrilla for hosting.
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Cyber Sense Presentation- South Shore Educational Collaborative, Hingham- May 2022
ADA Amanda Fowle visited South Shore Educational Collaborative in Hingham this morning to present Cyber Sense.Thank you, Program Director Cheryl Jacques and SRO Terrance Low for inviting us in to talk about internet safety.
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Keep Brockton Beautiful Day 2022
Proud to particpate in “Keep Brockton Beautiful” Day 2022 with members of my DEI unit.Thanks to everyone for caring for our community.
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CAC Breakfast- May 2022
CDC data reports in 2021 more than 37% of high school students reported experiencing poor mental health during COVID-19.Our CAC breakfast gathered professionals to discuss childhood trauma and our work to intervene so that these teens move forward to live fulfilling lives.
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East Bridgewater TRIAD SALT Breakfast- May 2022
Hotcakes with a side of hot takes as we presented our office’s CyberSense online safety training to seniors at the East Bridgewater TRIAD’s annual S.A.L.T. breakfast.East Bridgewater’s own Police and Fire Departments as well as the District Attorney’s Office and the Sheriff’s Department were on hand to cook and serve a delicious breakfast of pancakes, sausage, bacon and eggs.
Immediately following the breakfast, District Attorney Tim Cruz and Assistant District Attorney, Amanda Fowle talked to the seniors about scams, safety and sensibility when interacting with the
Internet.ADA Fowle has been handling cyber crimes for over 5 years for the Plymouth County District Office.
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CORI Friendly Job Fair- May 2022
You’re hired! Our career & community resource fair today in Brockton was a success.Thanks to our partners at the Plymouth County Sheriff’s Department and the City of Brockton and to all of the great companies who turned out to connect people with quality employment opportunities.
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National Day of Prayer- 2022
People of all faiths praying for our nation in observance of National Day of Prayer this evening in Plymouth.Thank you to Rev. Paul Jehle for officiating over this moving service.
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Cinco de Make You Laugh O!- Hingham Cares 2022
Muchas gracias to Hingham CARES for throwing tonight’s alcohol-free fiesta for parents and teens.So proud to sponsor these types of worthwhile programs.
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International Fire Fighters Day- 2022
Hull Fire always ready for the call.On this International Firefighters Day we thank all those who choose to put the uniform on and protect us.
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Taylor’s Message- Carver High School- May 2022
Proud to sponsor Taylor’s Message with Kathi Sullivan at Carver High School. We spoke to students ahead of prom.There was a close call in town recently where students were involved in an accident. Thankfully, everyone was safe.
Good choices make it a night to remember, not a night to forget
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Health & Safety Fair- Plymouth North High School- April 2022
At Plymouth North High School this morning for the Health & Safety Fair.
Proud that my office could be part of this event. Thank you to Assistant District Attorney Amanda Fowle for presenting our Cyber Sense Program, and thank you to Jen Cantwell, our Community Engagement Coordinator for staffing a table with our resources.
Great to see so many families turn out and so many of our community partners step up to make today’s fair a success!
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Healthy Kids Day South Shore YMCA Emilson- Hanover- April 2022
My office was proud to participate in the Healthy Kids Day at the South Shore YMCA Emilson in Hanover.Thank you to Community Engagement Coordinator Christina Fitzgerald for staffing our resource table during the event.
Special thanks to Executive Director Dan Berry and all those who organized this fun day for South Shore families.
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Retirement of Joanne Murphy
Today we bid a fond farewell to admin extraordinaire Joanne Murphy, who for the past seven years has kept our Plymouth courthouse office in order.We wish Joanne the best in her retirement, enjoy the next chapter!
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Consequences of Youth Substance Use Panel Discussion- Hingham CARES- April 2022
Participating in a frank discussion today with Hingham school officials, police, and MIAA on the consequences of youth substance use.Thanks to Hingham CARES, Kristen Arute, for bringing together this panel to brainstorm how best to help teens steer clear of destructive decisions
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Commercial Sexual Exploitation of Children Task Force- April 2022
Our Commercial Sexual Exploitation of Children Task Force has been working now for 5 years.We have received 438 CSEC referrals since it’s inception.
The response to each CSEC case has been individual, and a collaborative effort with our law enforcement and community partners.
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National Drug Endangered Children’s (DEC) Awareness Day
Kicked off 1 of 3 Drug Endangered Children training sessions scheduled for today to mark National DEC Awareness Day.Thank you to our CAC Director Lisa Robinson and PCO’s Vicky Butler for facilitating this training and to all the community partners who came out to learn more.
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Old Colony Planning Council Meeting- April 2022
Speaking on senior scams and the positive Plymouth County crime statistics at Old Colony Planning Council.Our office is out in the community to listen, collaborate and act.
Thank you to Old Colony Planning Council’s Secretary- Commissioner Sandra Wright, and Executive Director Mary Waldron for the invitation to virtually present this information to council members.
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Pre-Prom Mock Crash Event-Whitman Hanson Regional High School- April 26, 2022
Prom/graduation season is here.Whitman Hanson Regional High School hosted their annual mock crash presentation.
Event organizers are hoping that this re-enactment on the impact of impaired driving will hit home with their students.
Thank you to the Whitman Hanson Regional School District for allowing this reenactment to take place.
Thank you to the Police Departments and Fire Departments of Whitman and Hanson, Richard MacKinnon of MacKinnon Funeral Home, and the MedFlight helicopter for coordinating their efforts to make this event happen.
A Special Thank you to Officer Derek Harrington-Hanson Police for all of your efforts putting this event together. Not a detail was spared!
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PACC Empowerment Center Re Entry Fair
PACC Empowerment Center hosted a re-entry fair for formerly incarcerated men, women and families.Thanks to PACC founder Jamal Gooding for offering this opportunity to overcome roadblocks to re-entry.
Our office is proud to support PACC in their endeavors to make Brockton better!
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Handle with Care- Training for Faith Leaders- Childhood Trauma Inititiative- 4.22.22
Our office along with Joel Ristuccia from Trauma & Learning Policy Initiative (TLPI) trained faith leaders on understanding the impact of trauma on a child’s behavior and ability to learn.Next step solution – addressing these with examples of trauma sensitive supports for all students and children.
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Youth Champions Day- City of Brockton- April 2022
School vacation this week but summer is around the corner.Thank you to Mayor Robert Sullivan for hosting today’s Youth Champions Day for kids and parents to learn about all of the great summer programs and activities that the City of Brockton has to offer.
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Boston Marathon 2022
This Marathon Eve we’re wishing all the best to the over 30,000 athletes who will make the 26.2 mile trek from Hopkinton to Boston.Special shout out to our victim witness advocate Danielle Smith, who will embark on her 13th Boston Marathon to benefit Cops For Kids for Cancer.
Go Danielle!
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Cyber Sense Presentation- Lillian Jacobs Elementary School, Hull- April 2022
Back in Hull with our Cyber Sense internet safety presentation, today at Lillian Jacobs Elementary School.Thanks to Counselor Maureen Rosenplanter for reaching out to our office.
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Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Virtual Panel Discussion and Resource Information- EBCOA- April 2022
Panel discussion to share resources and programming for grandparents and other kinship caregivers to assist in supporting them.Thanks to Nancy Hill and Susan Prendergast from East Bridgewater COA / TRIAD for organizing and East Bridgewater Community Access Media for taping this segment.
Stay tuned!
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Legislative Breakfast- April 2022
Thanks to Cranberry Country and Cape Cod Canal Region Chamber of Commerces for hosting this morning’s legislative breakfast.It was great to hear from our local legislators about important bills on Beacon Hill that will impact Plymouth County and the Southcoast region.
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Lunch & Learn- Rockland Council on Aging- April 2022
Presenting at Rockland Council on Aging’s Lunch and Learn series to discuss current financial fraud and scams that are circulating.Our thanks to Director Peggy Bryan for welcoming our office today.
