Police/Fire

Middlesex Sheriff’s Office Welcomes New Police Dog

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The Middlesex Sheriff’s Office announced it has officially welcomed the newest member of its K-9 Unit to the department. K-9 Dali, a two-year-old Belgian Malinois from Georgia, began work at the end of November.  Dali, who is partnered with Lieutenant Mike Kelley, was obtained through a grant from Dogs for Law Enforcement. Dali is a dual purpose K-9, having completed courses with the MBTA Transit Police K-9 Training Unit for patrol and explosives detection. Dali joins Pebbles and Elmo as members of the MSO’s K-9 Unit. In addition to providing security at the Middlesex Jail & House of Correction, members of the unit provide direct support to local law enforcement, as well as through the Northeastern Massachusetts Law Enforcement Council (NEMLEC).

MIddlesex Sheriff's Office

Middlesex Sheriff’s Office Accepting Registrations for Correctional Officer Exam

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The Middlesex Sheriff’s Office announced it seeks people interested in becoming correctional officers. The MSO sent out the following information:

Are you interested in a career with one of the nation’s oldest law enforcement agencies? The Middlesex Sheriff’s Office – this year celebrating its 325th anniversary – is now accepting registrations for the upcoming Correction Officer exam. Registration is open until 1 p.m. on Monday, February 13, 2017 and there is no charge for the exam. “This is an exciting time for the Middlesex Sheriff’s Office and we are seeking qualified, motivated men and women interested in careers in corrections for our 41st Basic Training Academy,” said Sheriff Peter J. Koutoujian.

Around Town

Summer Camp Openings Still Available for Watertown Residents

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Space is still available for Watertown residents in summer programs run by the Watertown Recreation Department and the Middlesex Sheriff’s Office. Watertown Recreation Camps
Parents can still sign up their children for summer programs run by the Watertown Recreation Department. All paperwork is due by Tuesday, June 30 for all participants regardless of the week your child is attending. The Recreation Office in Town hall is open Monday until 5 p.m. and Tuesday until 7 p.m.

Full payment for week one is today and 10 days before the day your child starts the program. For more information and to register for the following programs click here. Camp Pequosette

The Pequossette Summer program will be offering your children a variety of activities that will help promote physical well being as well as a good sense of self esteem.