IPSWICH — Police Chief Paul Nikas and Fire Chief Paul Parisi report that the Ipswich Police and Fire Departments rescued kayakers from Ipswich Bay near Pavilion Beach earlier today.
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Town of Ipswich Shares Cooling Center Information Ahead of Weekend Heat
The Town of Ipswich would like to share cooling center information ahead of weekend heat.
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Town of Ipswich Reminds Residents of COVID-19 Vaccination Eligibility Guidelines
IPSWICH 一 Interim Town Manager Mary Gallivan and Director of Public Health Colleen Fermon would like to remind the community of COVID-19 vaccination eligibility guidelines. The current COVID-19 vaccination eligibility guidelines are as follows: Individuals ages 6 months and older should receive a COVID-19 primary series vaccination to prevent COVID-19. Individuals ages 5 years and […]
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Ipswich Police Department Shares Package Theft Prevention Tips During Holiday Season
IPSWICH —With the holiday season fast approaching and more people shopping for gifts, Chief Paul A. Nikas and the Ipswich Police Department would like to provide tips to prevent theft for residents expecting package deliveries in the coming weeks. According to the National Neighborhood Watch, nearly one in four adults in the United States […]
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Ipswich Fire Department Responds After Man Injured Following Fall From Roof
IPSWICH — Acting Chief Lee Prentiss reports that the Ipswich Fire Department responded today after a man suffered serious injuries following a fall. At 1:15 p.m., Ipswich Firefighters were dispatched to 64 Candlewood Road for a report of a fall. Upon arrival, first responders determined that the 53-year-old male victim had fallen approximately 20 feet […]
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Ipswich Police Respond to Fatal Crash Involving Bicyclist
IPSWICH — Chief Paul A. Nikas reports that the Ipswich Police Department responded to a fatal crash involving a bicyclist and a motor vehicle on Friday. At approximately 6:09 p.m., an Ipswich patrol officer witnessed a crash involving a truck and a bicyclist and began rendering first aid. The crash occurred on Route 1A across […]
Read moreIpswich Police Mourn Passing of Retired Officer Edward Rauscher Sr.
IPSWICH — Chief Paul A. Nikas and the Ipswich Police Department regretfully announce the passing of retired Officer Edward Rauscher, Sr. on Thursday, July 29. He was 86. Officer Rauscher served the Ipswich Police Department for 37 years, beginning his career in 1957. He served as a patrolman until his retirement in 1994. “We are […]
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Ipswich Police Investigating Following Drowning
IPSWICH — Chief Paul A. Nikas reports that the Ipswich Police Department is investigating after a male victim drowned today. At 1:51 p.m., a 911 caller reported an unresponsive male at the Little Neck Association Dock on the Ipswich River. The caller began resuscitation efforts while emergency crews responded, and a Harbor Patrol boat arrived […]
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Ipswich Police Department Offers Pedestrian, Bicycle and Motorcycle Safety Tips
IPSWICH — With the arrival of warmer weather, Chief Paul Nikas and the Ipswich Police Department wish to remind residents of important safety tips for pedestrians, bicyclists and motorcycle drivers. Pedestrian Safety The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration offers the following safety tips for pedestrians when walking in public places: Be predictable; follow the rules […]
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Ipswich Fire Department Offers Grilling Safety Tips
IPSWICH — Chief Andy Theriault would like to remind Ipswich residents to practice safe grilling habits while cooking outdoors this season. Each year Massachusetts fire departments respond to hundreds of fires involving grills, hibachis or barbecues, according to the Massachusetts Department of Fire Services. Chief Theriault would like to share the following safety tips provided by […]
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