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POLICE & FIRE LOCAL NEWS

Explore the latest in local safety with our Police & Fire news. Stay informed from the Massachusetts towns of Westborough, Northborough, Southborough, Marlborough, Shrewsbury, & Hudson updates, along with fire incidents in the area. Discover the latest police and fire local news, ensuring you’re in the know about police news and beyond.

Marlborough police log, April 5 edition

Marlborough Thursday, March 21 10:17 a.m. Countryside Village/BPRE. Suspicious activity. 2:12 p.m. Sawin St. Suspicious activity. 4:28 p.m. Union/Hudson Sts. MVA property damage only. 4:41 p.m. Violetwood Cir. Fraud/forgery. 4:44...

Shrewsbury police log, Sept. 29 edition

Shrewsbury Thursday, Sept. 14 8:50 a.m. Arrowwood Dr. Harassment. 10:58 a.m. O’Donnell Ave. Disturbance. 11:15 a.m. Sheridan Dr. Harassment. 11:29 a.m. Harrington Farms. Medical call. 12:04 p.m. Walnut Dr. Animal...

Grafton police log, Feb. 11 edition

Grafton Sunday, Jan. 16 12:48 a.m. Elizabeth St. Ambulance – medical. 5:06 a.m. Worcester St. Ambulance – medical. 11:48 a.m. Sampson St. Disturbance – neighbor. 3:11 p.m. Manning Ln....

Worcester man arrested following shoplifting at Tractor Supply Store

A Worcester man faces charges after he allegedly attempted to shoplift items from the Tractor Supply Store on Milk Street. 

Northborough police log, Aug. 27 edition

Northborough Thursday, Aug. 12 2:29 a.m. Belmont St. Vandalism. 4:19 a.m. Centre Dr. Disturbance. 11:50 a.m. Reservoir St. Dog complaint. 2:44 p.m. Green/Ball Sts. Animal calls. 9:32 p.m. Belmont St....

Child pornography charges brought against Shrewsbury robotics mentor

The U.S. Attorney’s Office announced on Monday that Brian Lingard was arrested on charges of possessing and transporting child pornography. 

Grafton police log, April 15 edition

Grafton Sunday, March 27 1:06 a.m. Shore Dr. Disturbance – general. 11:07 a.m. Logan Rd. Ambulance – medical. 2:17 p.m. Westboro Rd. Assist public. 5:49 p.m. Cross St. Disturbance...

Southborough police log, Oct. 13 edition

Southborough Monday, Sept. 25 12:48 a.m. Fairview Dr./Summit Rd. Motor vehicle stop. 2:47 a.m. Framingham/Boston Rds. Motor vehicle stop. 9:02 a.m. Boston Rd. Motor vehicle stop. 4:02 p.m. Marlboro...

Marlborough police log, June 2 edition

Marlborough Friday, May 19 8:05 a.m. Farm Rd./Cook Ln. MVA property damage only. 8:32 a.m. AVRTHS/Fitchburg St. Harassment. 9:02 a.m. Knight Way. Medical. 12:25 p.m. Stitch This Embroidery/B)PRW. Suspicious...

Southborough police log, Jan. 27 edition

Southborough Sunday, Jan. 1 9:59 a.m. Highland St. Community police services. 2:17 p.m. Oak Hill Rd. Motor vehicle accident. 7:54 p.m. Turnpike Rd. Erratic operator. 11:50 p.m. Turnpike Rd....
The Southborough Police department will soon have two new portable radios to help improve communication. (Photo/Dakota Antelman)

Police arrest four people after posing as escort services

Newash Ghishing, Joshua Young, Bryan Anderson, and Daniel Gebremichael have all been charged with sexual conduct for a fee.

Northborough selectmen appoint new fire chief

Northborough - Selectmen Jan. 11 voted to appoint David L. Parenti the town’s next fire chief. His appointment took effect the same day and capped an extensive search and screening process. Parenti replaces longtime chief Richard Durgin, who retired at the end of June.

Westborough Fire Department responds to Route 495 crash

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The Westborough Fire Department is currently responding to a crash on Route 495 prior to the Massachusetts Turnpike.

Westborough Board establishes search committee for new police chief

Westborough – Westborough Police Chief Alan Gordon has recently given written notice that he intends to retire Jan. 31, 2018. According to the Town Charter, the Board of Selectmen is required to establish a Search Committee to fill this position.

UPDATE: Shrewsbury police officer struck by vehicle

UPDATE: The officer who was struck by a vehicle, June 30, has been released from the hospital.  SHREWSBURY - A Shrewsbury police officer was injured,...

Northborough firefighters rescue woman, dog stuck in ice

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The Northborough Fire Department rescued a woman and her dog who were trapped in the mud and ice at Carney Park.

UPDATE: Southborough police chief details reported spike in package thefts

UPDATE: This post has been updated to include additional information from Police Chief Kenneth Paulhus on reported package thefts. SOUTHBOROUGH - Southborough police said Tuesday...

Two arrested in Marlborough for drug trafficking

Marlborough – Police Chief Mark Leonard released this statement today: In August 2016 the Marlborough Police Investigations Unit initiated an investigation into the distribution of...

Couple thanks Marlborough Police Department with donation

Marlborough – Cell phones are great for staying touch, but only if they are on. At the City Council’s June 13 meeting, Councilor Michael Ossing shared a letter from Police Chief David A. Giorgi regarding a recent issue of a phone not being charged.

Shrewsbury police log, March 10 edition

Shrewsbury Monday, Feb. 27 8:21 a.m. Bumblebee Cir. Medical call. 10:49 a.m. Walnut St. Identity theft. 1:12 p.m. Harriet Ave. Suspicious person/MV. 3:17 p.m. Memorial Dr. Larceny. 5:04 p.m. Main...