Robert Mills

LOWELL — The power of giant but gentle creatures to provide focus and calm brought together Lowell Police and city youth at Strongwater Farm in Tewksbury.

The Chelmsford Police Department is pleased to welcome a 25-year Chelmsford resident, animal lover, and experienced veterinary professional to the role of Animal Control Officer.

Huddles, handoffs and passing plays on the grass of Cawley Memorial Stadium were a part of summer for about 75 Lowell boys and girls who participated in a three-day flag football camp organized by Lowell Police Youth Services.

LITTLETON — Littleton Police Deputy Chief Jeff Patterson grew up wanting to be a police officer and spent 27 years living his childhood dream of serving with commitment in a small community.

The Town of Maynard has temporarily banned outdoor water use and is asking residents and businesses to conserve water as the Department of Public Works responds to a major water main break that caused the Town's water storage tanks to lose approximately 33 percent of their stored water.

The Dracut Fire Department is inviting the community to join a 25th anniversary remembrance of the Sept. 11 Terrorist Attacks. The ceremony will be held at Dracut’s memorial featuring a piece of World Trade Center steel.

The Wenham Police Department appeared before the Select Board Tuesday night to swear in two new officers and a supervisor, to recognize a retiree, and to commend three officers who worked together to save a dog from a fire.

Old Orchard Beach Police, Fire, Department of Public Works and a local electrican all responded Thursday afternoon when a strong wind gust toppled a light pole onto a couple visiting town.

The Maynard Police and Fire Departments were assisted Thursday afternoon by the Massachusetts State Police Bomb Squad after a large, unexploded artillery shell was found in a Maynard home.

Manchester-by-the-Sea and Essex Police worked together to arrest and charge an 83-year-old man with lewd conduct in the Cathedral of the Pines recreation area and are continuing patrols in the area in response to community concerns.