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A statement from Dover Police Chief

A statement from Dover Police Chief
The following is a statement from Dover Police Chief Joseph Vinci: "In September 2024, the Dover Police Department was notified by the Dover-Sherborn Regional School District of a concerning incident involving the sharing of photographs of minors. "Upon receiving the report, the Dover Police Department immediately and thoroughly investigated this matter, including interviewing students and their...
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DPD resolves barricade standoff 

DPD resolves barricade standoff 

On Friday, November 29, the Dover Police Department (DPD) reported: “At 11:00 hours, Dover Officers responded to Claybrook Road for an unwanted person. Upon arrival, our Officers encountered a male subject armed with a knife, retreated and attempted to deescalate the situation. The subject barricaded himself in the house and mutual aid resources...

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Blizzard leaves Dover-Sherborn snowed over

Blizzard leaves Dover-Sherborn snowed over
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By Laura Drinan Hometown Weekly Reporter The weather outside was certainly frightful as a bomb cyclone brought fourteen inches of snow and frigid temperatures to Dover and Sherborn. Even knowing that there would be much cleanup to be done after the storm, residents still enjoyed the first snowfall of year. Despite the caroling season...
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Chief McGowan visits ‘Local Hero Storytime’

Chief McGowan visits ‘Local Hero Storytime’
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By Laura Drinan Hometown Weekly Reporter Superman and Batman have been two of the world’s most beloved superheroes for decades. Children have been fascinated with the two characters’ strength and bravery, and the Dover Town Library (DTL) frequently reminds their young patrons that while Metropolis and Gotham City may not be real places, there are...
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