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West Newbury Police and Fire Departments Respond to Equestrian Accident

October 24, 2024 by jgprrobert

WEST NEWBURY — Chief Michael Dwyer reports that the West Newbury Police and Fire Departments responded Thursday to an accident at a horse farm on Garden Street.

On Thursday, Oct. 24, at approximately 11:11 a.m., West Newbury Fire, Police and Atlantic Ambulance responded to 168 Garden St., the Indian Meadow Farm Boarding and Training Center, for a rider who was thrown from a horse and injured.

First responders arrived to find that a 34-year-old female was suffering serious injuries. The patient was treated on scene and transported to Cammett Park. From there, she was flown by Boston MedFlight to a regional trauma center.

The Groveland Fire Department provided mutual aid at the landing zone.

No additional information is available.

Filed Under: West Newbury Fire News, West Newbury Police News

West Newbury Police Department Holding a Free Car Seat Check

September 26, 2024 by Katelyn Goddard

West Newbury Police: Car Seat Check Event

Filed Under: West Newbury Police News

West Newbury Police and Fire Departments Respond to Vehicle Into Water

August 11, 2024 by jgprrobert

A pickup truck drifts several yards offshore in the Merrimack River after it drove into the water at the boat ramp near Bridge and Church streets on Sunday night. (Courtesy West Newbury Fire and Police Departments)

WEST NEWBURY — Chief Michael Dwyer reports that the West Newbury Police and Fire Departments responded Sunday night when a pickup truck drove into the Merrimack River at a boat ramp.

On Sunday, Aug. 11, at approximately 10:39 p.m., the West Newbury Police and Fire Departments were called to the boat ramp at Church and Bridge streets for a report of a truck that drove into the water. The truck’s driver was reportedly out of the vehicle at the time. 

A preliminary investigation determined that the truck’s driver parked at the boat ramp and forgot to put his vehicle into park before exiting it. The vehicle then entered the water and drifted several yards offshore. 

The West Newbury Police and Fire Departments were assisted at the scene by Merrimac Police, the West Newbury Harbormaster, the Haverhill Harbormaster, the U.S. Coast Guard and the Beverly Dive Team. 

There were no reported injuries.

Filed Under: West Newbury Fire News, West Newbury Police News

West Newbury Police and Fire Departments Share Tips for Staying Cool Amid Heat Advisory

June 17, 2024 by Camryn Langille

West Newbury Public Safety and the Council on Aging, SAGE Center wish to share tips for residents to stay safe, cool, and healthy with severe heat expected in the coming days.

The National Weather Service issued a heat advisory valid from noon on Tuesday, June 18, to 7 p.m. on Friday, June 21. During this time, heat index values are expected to climb as high as 104 degrees. In Massachusetts, temperatures may reach a high of 96 degrees during the day, with not much relief during the overnight hours, as heat indexes are only expected to drop into the 70s.

Cooling centers will be opened up if needed at the West Newbury Public Safety Building.

Even in short exposure periods, severe temperatures such as these can be extremely hazardous and at times fatal. According to the National Weather Service, approximately 1,220 people die each year from extreme heat. Despite the threat heat poses to the body, heat-related deaths and illnesses are preventable.

To stay healthy and safe during the heat advisory, the department would like to offer the following tips from the National Weather Service, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and the American Red Cross.

Heat Safety Tips:

  • Stay hydrated by drinking plenty of fluids. Replace salt and minerals with snacks or a sports drink.
  • KEEP COOL – Spend as much time as you can in cooler surroundings. Use air conditioners to cool the air. Do not rely on a fan as your primary cooling device during a heat advisory.
  • Check on family, friends and neighbors who do not have air conditioning, who spend much of their time alone or who are more likely to be affected by the heat
    • Factors that may impact a person’s ability to cool off during a heat wave include age, weight, dehydration, heart disease, poor circulation, sunburn, and prescription drug and alcohol use.
    • In particular, those over age 65 or under age two, people with chronic medical conditions, and pregnant women are those at the highest risk during an extreme heat event.
  • If someone doesn’t have air conditioning, they should seek relief from the heat during the warmest part of the day in places like libraries, theaters, malls, etc.
  • Protect yourself from the sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat, sunglasses, and by putting on sunscreen of SPF 15 or higher 30 minutes prior to going out.
  • Wear loose-fitting, lightweight, light-colored clothing. Avoid dark colors because they absorb the sun’s rays.
  • Slow down, stay indoors, and avoid strenuous exercise during the hottest part of the day, which is typically around 3 p.m.
  • Postpone or withdraw from outdoor games and activities if the temperature is too hot.
  • Use your stove less and try to cook your meals in the cooler part of the day.
  • Take frequent breaks if working outdoors. The CDC recommends workers performing heavy-duty work in 96-degree temperatures should work for 45 minutes and rest for 15.
  • Hot cars can be deadly. It is never safe to leave a child, disabled person, or pet in your vehicle. Cars can quickly reach 100-degree temperatures, leaving unattended passengers vulnerable to sudden heat-related illnesses.
    • Always leave your car locked when you are not using it, even in your own driveway.
  • Check on animals frequently to ensure that they are not suffering from the heat. Make sure they have plenty of cool water. Do not leave your animals outdoors unattended for more than 15 minutes.
  • Parents should limit playtime at peak sun exposure time and familiarize themselves with the signs of heat illnesses. Any playground equipment or outdoor toy that is hot to the touch is too hot for a child to safely use.

The departments also remind the community to remain vigilant for signs and symptoms of heat stroke, including:

  • A fever above 103 degrees
  • Hot, red, dry, or damp skin
  • Rapid, strong pulse
  • Headache
  • Dizziness
  • Fainting
  • Confusion
  • Nausea

In case of heat stroke, call 911 immediately. Move the person into a cool place. Attempt to cool the body down using wet cloths, fanning, misting, or a cool bath. Do not give the person anything to drink.

Also, be on the lookout for the following symptoms of heat exhaustion:

  • Heavy sweating
  • Cold, pale, and clammy skin
  • Fast, weak pulse
  • Nausea or vomiting
  • Muscle cramps
  • Tiredness or weakness
  • Fainting
  • Dizziness

For more information about heat stroke and heat exhaustion from the CDC, click here.

In case of heat exhaustion, move to a cool place, tighten any loose clothing, attempt to cool the body, and sip water slowly.  Seek medical help immediately if vomiting occurs, symptoms last longer than an hour or get worse, or if confusion develops.

Dial 911 in case of any severe illnesses or injuries.

The departments would like to remind the community that maintaining health and safety during a heat advisory is everyone’s responsibility. Stay vigilant and keep an eye on yourself and those around you. Although the hot weather may seem like a great opportunity to spend time outdoors, keep in mind that heat-related illnesses can affect anyone if not taken seriously.

Filed Under: West Newbury Fire News, West Newbury Police News

Police Department Hosts Pentucket Robotics Team Following Memorial Day Parade

May 23, 2024 by Tom Zuppa

The Town will hold its annual parade and memorial ceremony on Monday, May 27, stepping off at 10 a.m. from Town Square, and ends at Town Hall.

Following the event, the West Newbury Police Department is excited to host the Aluminum Panthers, the Pentucket Regional High School Robotics Team. Stop by, meet our officers, and see our students’ great creations!

Filed Under: West Newbury Police News

Pentucket Regional High School Students Experience Mock Crash Thanks to Local First Responders

April 29, 2024 by jgprrobert

Police from West Newbury, Groveland and Merrimac respond to a mock car crash in front of Pentucket Regional Middle High School on Tuesday afternoon. The event was organized by the high school’s chapter of Students Against Destructive Decisions. (Courtesy Pentucket Regional School District)

WEST NEWBURY — Superintendent Justin Bartholomew and Principal Brenda Erhardt share that Pentucket Regional High School students, thanks to support from the West Newbury, Groveland and Merrimac police and fire departments, experienced a mock car crash on Tuesday afternoon.

The high school student body viewed the aftermath of a multi-vehicle crash with a fatal injury and arrest, highlighting the dangers of driving while distracted or while under the influence.

Members of the West Newbury, Groveland, and Merrimac Police and Fire Departments used two vehicles donated by Salisbury Auto Salvage to stage the mock crash.

“We hope this experience will help drive home with students the importance of making good decisions this prom season,” said Superintendent Bartholomew. “Drinking and driving and driving distracted can have life-changing consequences, and we want all of our students to understand that sober reality.”

The event was organized by the Pentucket Regional High School’s chapter of Students Against Destructive Decisions (SADD), led by teacher John Honer, with student actors playing the roles of those involved in the crash. This was the first time since 2017 that a mock crash has been organized at Pentucket.

Students AnnaRose Bissett, Lily McIntyre, Fiona Moore, Narjis Musa, James Nightingale and Mason Skinner participated as actors while their classmates watched in silence.

First responders made the mock crash as realistic as possible. Police and firefighters responded to the high school, where two previously damaged vehicles had been set up in front of the school.

Student actors portrayed the drivers and passengers. A hearse from Rogers & Sons Family Funeral Home in Merrimac departed with the body of the student victim.

Cataldo and Atlantic Ambulance, which provide ambulance services to West Newbury, assisted with the event. Cataldo’s Director of Education Scott Meagher narrated the mock crash.

Following the mock crash, students from SADD led an assembly in the school’s auditorium to warn their classmates of the dangers of drinking and driving and driving distracted. The assembly was led by SADD student officers Lisibel Soto and James Nightingale, Kira Dolan, Lily McIntyre and Brie Brancato.

Superintendent Bartholomew and Principal Erhardt wish to recognize the SADD leaders for organizing the event, and first responders from the West Newbury, Groveland, and Merrimac police and fire departments.

A police officer checks on the occupants of a crashed car during a mock crash at Pentucket Regional High School. (Courtesy Pentucket Regional School District)
West Newbury firefighters tend to a student actor who portrayed being hurt in a mock crash at Pentucket Regional High School. (Courtesy Pentucket Regional School District)
A student actor, who portrayed a driver during a mock crash, takes a field sobriety test outside of Pentucket Regional High School. (Courtesy Pentucket Regional School District)
Firefighters from West Newbury, Groveland and Merrimac used hydraulic tools to cut the roof off of both cars involved in the mock crash in order to free passengers. (Courtesy Pentucket Regional School District)
Teacher John Honer, being comforted by a Groveland Police officer, portrayed a distraught parent who arrived at the crash scene to discover his daughter was dead. (Courtesy Pentucket Regional School District)

Filed Under: West Newbury Police News

Mock Crash at Pentucket Middle High School

April 23, 2024 by jgprrobert

WEST NEWBURY — The West Newbury Police and Fire Departments, as well as police and fire from Merrimac and Groveland and local ambulance companies, will be on hand at Pentucket Middle High School on the afternoon of Tuesday, April 23 for a mock crash that is being presented to students.

A large number of first responders will be at the Middle High School starting about noon to facilitate the mock crash, which is meant to give students a look at the risks associated with drinking and driving and distracted driving. The mock crash is being presented in the front of the school, between the school building and the school’s parking lot. Police and fire radio traffic will also be part of the drill, so those listening to scanners locally are also reminded that the incident is a drill. 

The mock crash will wrap up about 2 p.m. Residents are encouraged to not be alarmed if they see a large number of first responders at the Middle High School between noon and 2 p.m.

Filed Under: West Newbury Fire News, West Newbury Police News

West Newbury Fire Responds to Moulton Street Reservoir, Bystander Rescues Dog From Water

February 11, 2024 by jgprstaff

This afternoon West Newbury Fire responded to the Moulton Street Reservoir for a report of a dog in distress in the water.

Emergency personnel arrived to find that the dog had been rescued from the water by a bystander in a kayak.

“We are pleased to report that a bystander was able to rescue the dog from the water in a timely and safe manner,” said Chief Michael Dwyer.

Filed Under: West Newbury Fire News

West Newbury Police and Fire Departments Respond to Dump Truck Rollover

January 5, 2024 by jgprrobert

Firefighters work at the scene of a dump truck rollover on Turkey Hill Road in West Newbury on Friday afternoon. (Courtesy Michael Kent via West Newbury Fire Department)

WEST NEWBURY — Chief Michael Dwyer reports that the West Newbury Police and Fire Departments, with assistance from other town departments, responded to a dump truck rollover on Turkey Hill Road Friday.

West Newbury Police and Fire were called to the area of Turkey Hill Road near Rogers Street at about 12:40 p.m. for a report of a rollover crash.

First responders arrived on scene to discover a single-vehicle crash involving a 10-wheel dump truck that was traveling south on Turkey Hill Road when it left the roadway, rolled over and spilled a load of logs.

The driver of the truck was evaluated at the scene by Merrimac Ambulance, but declined to be transported to a hospital.

There were no hazardous materials spills, but West Newbury Police and Fire were assisted by West Newbury Conservation and West Newbury Department of Public Works as the scene was evaluated and cleaned up.

Merrimac and Newburyport police also assisted at the scene, and firefighters from Groveland covered calls in West Newbury while the scene was active.

Turkey Hill Road was closed while the scene was cleared.

The crash remains under investigation by West Newbury Police with assistance from Massachusetts State Police Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Section.

Firefighters work at the scene of a dump truck rollover on Turkey Hill Road in West Newbury on Friday afternoon. (Courtesy Michael Kent via West Newbury Fire Department)

Filed Under: West Newbury Fire News, West Newbury Police News

West Newbury Police and Fire Respond to Dump Truck Rollover

January 5, 2024 by jgprrobert

Chief Michael Dwyer reports that the West Newbury Police and Fire Departments, with assistance from other town departments, are responding to a dump truck rollover on Turkey Hill Road, and the departments are asking residents to avoid the area if possible.

West Newbury Police and Fire were called the area of Turkey Hill Road near Rogers Street about 12:40 p.m., for a report of a rollover crash.

They arrived on scene to discover a single-vehicle crash involving a 10-wheel dump truck that was traveling south on Turkey Hill Road when it left the roadway, rolled over and spilled a load of logs.

The driver of the truck was evaluated at the scene by Merrimac Ambulance, but declined to be transported to a hospital.

There are no hazardous materials spills at the scene, but West Newbury Police and Fire, assisted by West Newbury Conservation and West Newbury Department of Public Works, are at the scene and expect to be there for at least several hours while the scene is cleaned up.

Turkey Hill Road is closed in the area, with detours in place.

The crash remains under investigation by West Newbury Police with assistance from Massachusetts State Police.

Filed Under: West Newbury Fire News, West Newbury Police News

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Leave Fireworks to the Professionals!

As the Fourth of July holiday approaches quickly, we would like to remind residents that the recreational use of fireworks is illegal in Massachusetts.

According to the Massachusetts Department of Fire Services, there have been more than 550 fires and explosions involving illegal fireworks in Massachusetts in the past five years. Six firefighters were injured in these incidents, and damages were estimated at nearly $1 million.

Between 2019 and 2023, Massachusetts medical facilities treated more than 200 people for burns and other injuries associated with fireworks. Two dozen people were treated for severe burn injuries that covered 5% or more of the victim’s body.

The possession, use and sale of fireworks without a professional license is against the law in Massachusetts and punishable by confiscation, fine or imprisonment. Fines range from $100 to $1,000, and some violations could carry a one-year prison sentence.

Please leave fireworks to the professionals!

West Newbury Public Safety Shares Tips to Protect Pets and Livestock Amid Heat Wave

WEST NEWBURY — Chief Michael Dwyer and Animal Control Officer Kayla Provencher would like to provide tips for animal owners to keep their pets and livestock safe amid high temperatures. As temperatures climb this summer, it is increasingly important to be vigilant when it comes to animals, as they can easily suffer from heat-related illnesses […]

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