Department Thanks First Responders and Public Safety Partners on National First Responders Day: National First Responders Day, observed Oct. 28,… stonehampdnews.com/2026/10/28/department-thanks-first-responders-and-public-safety-partners-on-national-first-responders-day/
Department Shares Severe Weather Safety Tips Ahead of Weekend Storm: With a storm expected to bring rain and strong winds to Massachusetts this weekend, the Department would like to remind residents to take steps now to prepare and stay safe. Before… stonehampdnews.com/2026/09/2…
Stoneham Police Lieutenant Christopher Apalakis Graduates from FBI National Academy: STONEHAM — Chief James O’Connor is pleased to report that Lt. Christopher Apalakis graduated from the FBI National Academy yesterday. On Thursday, Sept. 17, Lt. Apalakis… stonehampdnews.com/2026/09/1…
Stoneham Police Department Charges Lawrence Man in Connection with Elder Financial Scam: STONEHAM — Chief James O’Connor reports that the Stoneham Police Department arrested and charged a Lawrence man after a month-long investigation into a scam that… stonehampdnews.com/2026/09/0…
Stoneham Police Department Charges Four in Connection with Stabbing: STONEHAM — Chief James O’Connor reports that Stoneham Police Detectives have charged four individuals in connection with an October 2025 stabbing incident following an extensive,… stonehampdnews.com/2026/08/0…
The Sandlot Spartans and First Responders All Emerge as Winners of the Fourth-Annual Special Olympics Softball Game in Stoneham: STONEHAM — In a game where no one kept score and everyone emerged as winners, the Sandlot Spartans softball team took to the… stonehampdnews.com/2026/07/2…
Thank you to all those who made the fourth-annual Special Olympics Softball Game in Stoneham possible!
The Sandlot Spartans and the Stoneham Police Department invite the community to the 4th Annual Special Olympics Softball Game: The Sandlot Spartans and the Stoneham Police Department are proud to invite members of the community to attend the 4th Annual… stonehampdnews.com/2026/07/0…
Residents Reminded to Celebrate Safely, Fireworks are Illegal Statewide: As the Fourth of July holiday approaches, we would like to remind residents to celebrate safely and note that the recreational use of fireworks is illegal in Massachusetts. While… stonehampdnews.com/2026/06/2…
Stoneham Police Assist Law Enforcement Agencies in Search, No Danger to the Public: Chief James O’Connor is providing an update to the community regarding increased police activity on Lindenwood Road. On Friday, May 29, 11:20 a.m., Stoneham Police were… stonehampdnews.com/2026/05/2…
Stoneham Police Host Successful Community Safety Forum on Bikes and E-Bikes: STONEHAM — The Stoneham Police Department is pleased to share that the department hosted a successful community safety forum, where residents and community partners were able to… stonehampdnews.com/2026/04/0…
Stoneham Police Arrest and Charge Watertown Man with Open and Gross Lewdness Following Incident at Local Business: STONEHAM — Chief James O’Connor reports that the Stoneham Police Department arrested and charged a man with exposing himself during an… stonehampdnews.com/2026/03/2…
Merrimack Valley Police Departments to Host “Wish Upon a Wave” Fundraiser Benefiting Make-A-Wish: NAHANT — Several Merrimack Valley police departments will come together on Sunday, March 22, to host “Wish Upon a Wave,” a fundraising event benefiting… stonehampdnews.com/2026/03/0…
Stoneham Police Arrest and Charge Malden Teacher with Sexual Assault: The Middlesex District Attorney’s Office shares the following press release regarding an arrest in Stoneham: middlesexda.com/press-releas… stonehampdnews.com/2026/02/2…
Stoneham Police and Community Partners Conduct Coordinated Inspections at Body Works Establishments: STONEHAM — State and local code inspectors, with support from Stoneham Police and FBI Boston’s Child Exploitation and Human Trafficking Task Force,… stonehampdnews.com/2026/02/1…
Stoneham Police Department Recognizes SRO Rich Pacini on School Resource Officer Appreciation Day: National School Resource Officer Day is celebrated annually on Feb. 15 to show appreciation and support for the officers who maintain the safety of our… stonehampdnews.com/2026/02/1…
Stoneham Police Department Recognizes Officers, Staff for Exceptional Duty to Community: STONEHAM – Excellence in the Stoneham Police Department takes many forms. It can be seen through a successful response to a crime or incident, positive interactions… stonehampdnews.com/2026/02/0…
A Statement from Stoneham Police Chief James O’Connor:
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Middlesex District Attorney Marian Ryan and Stoneham Chief of Police James O’Connor have confirmed the ongoing investigation into a fatal crash that occurred today on Oak Street in Stoneham.
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