With some of the first snow accumulation of the season expected this weekend, residents are reminded of winter weather safety precautions.
With some of the first snow accumulation of the season expected this weekend, residents are reminded of winter weather safety precautions.
DIGHTON —During Fire Prevention Week, which is being recognized this year from Oct. 8 to 14, Chief Christopher Maguy and the Dighton Fire Department are sharing important cooking safety tips to help keep residents safe. Fire Prevention Week is organized by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA). The goal of Fire Prevention Week is to educate the public about simple …
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 offer safety tips from the Massachusetts …
Town Administrator Michael Mullen, Jr. and Board of Selectmen Chairman Peter D. Caron report that the Dighton Board of Selectmen met in emergency session on Thursday, facing circumstances that could not be reasonably anticipated.
According to the National Weather Service and Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency (MEMA), a potentially strong storm is expected to arrive in our area late Thursday, and remain until early Saturday. Possible impacts include damaging winds up to 65 mph and heavy rainfall. Power outages are also possible as a result of high winds. MEMA is recommending that residents secure outdoor …
DIGHTON – As the holiday season approaches, Chief Shawn Cronin and the Dighton Police Department would like to provide tips to prevent theft for residents expecting package deliveries within the coming weeks. According to the National Neighborhood Watch, nearly one in four adults in the United States has reported having a package stolen at least once. The Dighton Police Department wishes …
DIGHTON — Chief Christopher Maguy and the Dighton Fire Department wish to share safety tips with community members planning to cook, bake and enjoy holiday meals over the coming days and weeks. According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), Thanksgiving and Christmas are peak days for home cooking fires, followed by the day before Thanksgiving and Easter, and Christmas Eve. …
Police Chief Robert MacDonald and Fire Chief Christopher Maguy are pleased to announce that the Dighton Police and Fire Departments have partnered together once again to host a toy drive to collect gifts for Dighton families in need this holiday season.
Town Administrator Michael Mullen, Police Chief Robert MacDonald, Fire Chief Christopher Maguy and Highway Superintendent Thomas Ferry would like to provide an update on the Town's efforts following the Nor'easter storm.
Town Administrator Michael Mullen, Police Chief Robert MacDonald, Fire Chief Christopher Maguy and Highway Superintendent Thomas Ferry report that town officials, employees and emergency personnel are actively responding to calls for service during the Nor'easter storm.