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Brewster Firefighters attend NFPA Standard Rope Rescue Training »

BREWSTER – From Brewster Fire: Last week Brewster firefighters attended a three-day rope rescue training class presented by instructors from Rescue Products International, one of the country’s leading special operation training organizations. Funding for the instructional staff, rope rescue equipment,…

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ERO Boston arrests fugitive in Martha’s Vineyard wanted by Brazilian authorities for international drug trafficking »

OAK BLUFFS – Enforcement and Removal Operations Boston apprehended a fugitive in Martha’s Vineyard who is wanted by Brazilian authorities to serve more than 10 years in prison resulting from a conviction for international drug trafficking crimes. Officers with ERO Boston arrested the 36-year-old…

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ERO BOSTON ARRESTS FUGITIVE ON MARTHA’S VINEYARD WANTED BY BRAZILIAN AUTHORITIES FOR INTERNATIONAL DRUG TRAFFICKING »

OAK BLUFFS, MASSACHUSETTS — [MEDIA STATEMENT BOOKING PHOTO BLURRED BY ICE] – Enforcement and Removal Operations Boston apprehended a fugitive [on] Martha’s Vineyard who is wanted by Brazilian authorities to serve more than 10 years in prison resulting from a conviction for international drug…

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Vehicle rolls on its roof in Bourne »

BOURNE – A vehicle apparently lost control and rolled on its roof in Bourne around 10 PM Monday. The crash happened on Main Street just off the East Rotary. The driver appeared to have escaped any serious injury. Bourne Police are investigating the cause of the crash. The post Vehicle rolls on…

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Harwich Police announce passing of retired Lieutenant with 35 years of service »

HARWICH – From Harwich Police: It is with great sadness that we share with you this post regarding the passing of Lt. Barry Mitchell (ret.) Barry began his career here at HPD as a Special Police Officer on June 25, 1979, and was promoted to a full-time officer in September of 1979. Barry quickly…

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Traffic crash causes delays on Route 6 westbound in Harwich »

HARWICH – A two-vehicle crash was reported on Route 6 westbound between Route 137 and Route 124 shortly before 5 PM Monday. Both drivers were evaluated but appeared to have escaped any serious injuries. Mass State Police are investigating the crash which caused travel delays until the scene was…

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Deputy Chief, Eric Littmann Joins Eastham Fire Department »

EASTHAM – From Eastham Fire: The Eastham Fire Department is proud to welcome Deputy Chief, Eric Littmann, a seasoned professional with over 30 years of experience in fire service and fire education. Littmann brings an impressive breadth of knowledge, skills, and leadership that will greatly benefit…

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***  WATCH ***  TWO HURT AFTER VEHICLE ROLLS INTO UTILITY POLE, BURSTS INTO FLAMES IN EASTHAM »

EASTHAM, MASSACHUSETTS – [HN VIDEO NOTES] – As you will see in the following HN Video, a single vehicle (now completely unrecognizable) suddenly left the roadway, struck a tree and rolled over into a utility pole before bursting into flames last evening. At around 9:40 p.m., police and firefighters…

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Vehicle bursts into flames after colliding with utility pole in Eastham »

EASTHAM – A vehicle burst into flames after colliding with a utility pole in Eastham. The crash happened on Nauset Road north of Cable Road sometime after 9:30 PM Sunday. Two people were able to get out of the vehicle before the car caught fire. Both victims were transported to Cape Cod Hospital.…

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Major crash on Route 3 southbound in Plymouth »

PLYMOUTH – A major crash was reported on Route 3 in Plymouyh. It happened sometime before 8:30 PM Sunday around mile marker 4. Firefighters had to extricate a victim from a vehicle that reportedly overturned. A MedFlight helicopter was requested to respond and second helicopter was also being checked…

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