North Reading Police recently discovered several items from a local convenience store that could be used for marijuana or hash oil consumption. With these items being so readily available to local youths, the North Reading Police Department feels it is necessary to issue this awareness message so parents can stay informed. Most, if not all, parents […]
North Reading Police Issue Tips for Residents in Dealing with Foxes
North Reading Police Department Chief Michael P Murphy 150 Park St. North Reading, MA 01864 For Immediate Release Wednesday, Oct. 8, 2014 Contact: John Guilfoil Phone: 617-993-0003 North Reading Police Issue Tips for Residents in Dealing with Foxes NORTH READING — With a recent uptick in fox sightings in town, and the sad loss of […]
NEIGHBORHOOD ALERT: Lost cats located, looking for owners
The cat on the left was found on Erwin Road (Declawed). The cat on the right, also declawed was found on Whitcomb Way off Chestnut by Lynnfield line. If you recognize either of these house cats, please contact North Reading Animal Control.
Photo: 40-Year Veteran North Reading Police Officer Retires
North Reading Police Department Chief Michael P Murphy 150 Park St. North Reading, MA 01864 For Immediate Release Monday, Oct. 6, 2014 Contact: John Guilfoil Phone: 617-993-0003 Officer Roger Wulleman Retires After 40 Years of Dedicated Service Officer Roger Wulleman Retires After 40 Years of Dedicated Service NORTH READING — Police Chief Michael P. Murphy […]
North Reading Police Take Back 30 Pounds of Prescription Drugs
North Reading Police Department Chief Michael P Murphy 150 Park St. North Reading, MA 01864 For Immediate Release Wednesday, Oct. 1, 2014 Contact: John Guilfoil Phone: 617-993-0003 North Reading Police Take Back 30 Pounds of Prescription Drugs NORTH READING — Police Chief Michael P. Murphy announces the North Reading Police Department took in approximately 30 […]
SCAM ALERT: National Grid Electrical Phone Scam
SCAM ALERT: National Grid Electrical Phone Scam A resident reported that he received a call from a man with a Latino accent claiming to be from the collections department of National Grid. The caller stated that the resident’s power was going to be disconnected if he did not go to an appropriate store and make […]
Traffic Alert: Reading Police Reporting West Street Construction
The Reading Police Department has advised area communities to be aware that West Street construction is picking up again with installation of a new water main. This process is going to create commuter traffic issues for motorists using West Street to enter Woburn. Please see the attached link for updated information on the project and […]
NEIGHBORHOOD ALERT: Fox Attack on Resident’s Pet
At approximately 6:30 a.m. NRPD officers responded to the Park Street east area of North Reading by Angelwood Lane for a report of a fox that had attacked a resident’s small dog while it was outside and then taken the dog into the wood line. Officers responded and attempted to locate the injured dog but […]
Parent Alert: E-cigarettes and the Vaping Trend
Vaping is on the rise. What is vaping? Who is vaping? Why do people vape? All good questions, and If you are the parent of a teenager, questions you will want to know the answers to. What is Vape or Vaping? Answer: “Vapor/ Electronic cigarettes are also known as personal vaporizers, e-cigarettes or, PV’s. They […]
North Reading Police Taking Back Unwanted Prescription Drugs on Sept. 27 at Police Station
North Reading Police Department Chief Michael P Murphy 150 Park St. North Reading, MA 01864 For Immediate Release Tuesday, September 23, 2014 Contact: John Guilfoil Phone: 617-993-0003 North Reading Police Announce Participation in Prescription Drug Take-Back Day, Sept. 27, at Police Station NORTH READING — Police Chief Michael P. Murphy announces that, on September 27 […]