Nov. 14 is National Seat Belt Day, which reminds people of the importance of buckling up when riding in or driving a vehicle. Seat belts are easy to take for granted, but they make a massive difference in the event of a motor vehicle crash. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, properly wearing…
Beverly Police is proud to be hosting the 28th Annual Sean R. Connolly Memorial Christmas Toy Drive. BPD will be collecting donations of new, unwrapped toys for children on Sunday, Dec. 15 between 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. at the North Beverly Plaza, 55 Dodge St. We hope to see you there!
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.
National First Responders Day honors all the men and women who respond to emergencies to ensure the public’s safety — paramedics, EMTs, firefighters, police officers, and 911 operators. These workers sacrifice their time and risk their personal safety to protect citizens, and National First Responders Day is an opportunity to recognize their bravery and heroism….
Beverly Police would like to share the following Domestic Violence PSA from the Massachusetts Chiefs of Police Association during Domestic Violence Awareness Month, which is recognized each October.
National Domestic Violence Awareness Month, recognized each October, aims to raise awareness for domestic abuse and help victims receive proper support. In partnership with the Domestic Violence Awareness Project (DVAP), the National Domestic Violence Hotline’s Domestic Violence Awareness Month theme for 2024 is HEAL, HOLD, and CENTER. As we work to end domestic violence this…
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.
Chief John LeLacheur would like to encourage the community to attend a virtual presentation about internet safety hosted by the U.S. Attorney’s Office as part of the Department of Justice’s Project Safe Childhood Initiative. The presentation, “Keeping Children Safe and Secure Online: A Project Safe Childhood Presentation for Parents,” educates parents on the dangers children…
September is National Emergency Preparedness Month, which encourages families to discuss safety plans under this year’s theme, “Start a conversation.” 🚨