With some of the first snow accumulation of the season expected this weekend, residents are reminded of winter weather safety precautions. Stay Informed: While snow totals may continue to change, much of Massachusetts, Rhode Island and Connecticut can expect 6-12 inches with lower totals for cities and towns closer to the coast. Visit weather.gov to […]
Dighton Police Department Shares Guidance to Help Prevent Package Theft This Holiday Season
As the holiday season approaches and gifts begin to be shipped and delivered, Acting Chief George Nichols and the Dighton Police Department would like to provide tips to help community members prevent package theft. According to the National Neighborhood Watch, nearly 19% of Americans have had at least one package stolen in the past 12 […]
Taunton Police Arrest and Charge Woman with OUI Following Motor Vehicle Crash Involving Dighton Police Cruiser
TAUNTON — Taunton Police Chief Edward J. Walsh and Dighton Police Acting Chief George Nichols report that the Taunton Police Department has arrested a woman for alleged impaired driving following a motor vehicle crash involving a Dighton Police cruiser Monday night. MICHELLE SOUSA, AGE 30, OF TAUNTON, has been charged with: Marked Lanes Violation Negligent Operation […]
Dighton Officials Offer Safety Tips, Encourage Residents to Stay Alert as Hurricane Lee Projected to Track Toward New England
DIGHTON — Acting Police Chief George Nichols and Fire Chief Christopher Maguy are asking residents to remain alert and take necessary precautions as Hurricane Lee is expected to track toward New England in the coming days. According to the National Hurricane Center, Lee is moving toward the north-northwest and a turn toward the north is expected […]
Dighton Police and Fire Departments Offer Severe Weather and Tornado Safety Tips
DIGHTON – Acting Police Chief George Nichols and Fire Chief Christopher Maguy along with the Dighton Police and Fire Departments, would like to provide residents with safety tips during tornadoes and severe thunderstorms. With severe weather, including heavy rain and high winds, occurring regularly in Massachusetts this summer, the Dighton Police and Fire Departments would like to […]