The Essex Police Department would like to wish Chief Paul Francis well as he retires today from a 30-year career in law enforcement. Thank you Chief!!!
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ESSEX — The Essex Board of Selectmen reports that Police Chief Paul Francis is retiring effective April 11, and he will be replaced by the promotion of an 18-year veteran of the Essex Police Department, Sgt. Tom Shamshak. Chief Francis, a lifelong resident of Gloucester, joined the Essex Police Department in 1995 as a reserve police officer, and joined the department full-time after graduating from the Lowell Police Academy in 1997. He was promoted to sergeant in 2007, and became chief in 2019. Chief Francis holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice from Curry College. Chief Francis is most proud
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Distracted Driving Awareness Month, observed every April, is an opportunity to remind drivers of the importance of focused and safe driving. The month aims to raise awareness of the dangers of distracted driving to everyone on the road, including drivers, pedestrians, and bicyclists.
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The Cape Ann Regional Emergency Planning Committee, which includes the communities of Ipswich, Essex, Manchester-by-the-Sea, Gloucester, and Rockport, will be sponsoring a regional Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Training.
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