Car seat safety checkpoint Today (9/30) 3pm - 6:30pm Shaw's parking lot 160 Old Tower Hill Rd., Wakefield, RI He is responsible for all operational and administrative functions of the Cranston Police Department. Robert graduated from South Kingstown High Schooland then attended Johnson & Wales University where he earned a each comment to let us know of abusive posts. Be Nice. Tanzi's bill would make permanent COVID-19 programs that eliminated the need for students to pay for their own meals and, she says, would "encourage schools to purchase food from local farms, ask schools to engage with the community to cook culturally relevant meals and allow parents with means to pay for meals if they choose." I am disturbed that the councils refusal to pay state police detail would make our police officers feel unsupported and unappreciated, said Boudreau in a statemen to ABC 6 News. 22, of South Kingstown, Rhode Island. Matt covered potholes in his uniform, Manni said. High 49F. Vespia was named South Kingstown's police chief in 1981 and served for 35 years until his retirement in 2016. Keep it Clean. 34, South Kingstown, Narragansett) introduced legislation this week that would provide all students in Rhode Island with free break and lunch meals throughout the school year. Dan McKee said Wednesday morning, Susan and I are deeply saddened to learn of Vincents passing. But he also gave us the leeway for us to do what we needed to do. SOUTH KINGSTOWN, RI The South Kingstown Police Department officially has a new chief. or anything. NEW SHOREHAM, R.I. (WLNE) The chief of police on Block Island is leaving his post less than a week after the town council voted against funding state troopers on the island this summer. Improvement is always possible, and we can make the best even better.. Arts and Entertainment, Art Gallery 3.6 miles. Ewing-Chow got a warm send-off last week at the police station, joined by fellow officers and police staff. Administer traffic detail program for road projects, etc. Address 1790 Kingstown Road South Kingstown , Rhode Island , 02879 Phone 401-783-3321 South Kingstown Police Department Details Type Local Police Department Full Time Sworn Officers 53 Full Time Civilians 25 Part Time Civilians 3 Map of South Kingstown Police Department in South Kingstown, Rhode Island You have permission to edit this article. Enter the parking lot via the south entrance, and park in the front parking lot. Manni, then superintendent of the Rhode Island State Police, asked for volunteers for the work, and Moynihan was right there. What I want to do is say Were here, were regular people like you are, we have families, emotions. I also would run into him occasionally at the former River Bend Athletic Club. Perhaps even more importantly, said many, Vespia was also a role model for those aspiring to be law enforcement officers or just beginning their careers. SOUTH KINGSTOWN, R.I. Former South Kingstown Police Chief Vincent Vespia, 84, the town's longest-serving top cop, died Tuesday morning at South County Hospital. Joel Ewing-Chow, who would later replace Geaber as chief, said at the time, Its been a pleasure working with him. Dial 9-1-1 to report an emergency. Live Feeds - 7,485: . 1790 Kingstown Road Wakefield, RI 02879 Phone: (401) 783-3321 Fax: (401) 788-9775 Emergency: 911 TTY/TDD Dial 711 Matthew Moynihan Chief Alfred Bucco Deputy Chief Mark Sgalia Police Captain James Krajewski Acting Police Captain This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. New Starbucks line a curiosity, RISPCA has nearly 30 guinea pigs up for adoption, February vacation events around Southern New England, Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. The average Police Sergeant salary in Rhode Island is $85,556 as of January 26, 2023, but the range typically falls between $68,957 and $95,466. I will miss his calm and gentle manner and his careful counsel., State Police Col. James M. Manni, a South Kingstown resident, said Ive known Chief Geaber for most of my law enforcement career. Manni also was greatly impressed by Moynihans involvement in the Hope Initiative, the law enforcement-led outreach program for opioid abusers. It serves all of the fire, rescue & EMS agencies in the towns of Westerly, Hopkinton, and Richmond. The South Kingstown Town Council on Monday appointed Manni the town . Manni also recalled a similar experience involving a prisoner transfer. SOUTH KINGSTOWN, R.I. - Chief Joel Ewing-Chow closed the book this week on his 26-year career in law enforcement, retiring from the South Kingston Police Department. Rhode Island Public Safety all police and fire DPW On RISCON 800MhZ: Public Safety 36 : Online: South Kingstown Fire Dispatch (UFD & KFD) Union Fire District (UFD) and Kingston Fire District (KFD) dispatch channel. Chief Salisbury was a Police Officer on the South Kingstown Police Department for 29 years, serving as Chief for his last 13 years, retiring in 1981. - Manage notification subscriptions, save form progress and more. 1 2. Officers of the South Kingstown Police Department conduct their professional responsibilities in a disciplined manner pledging to uphold the laws of the Nation, State, Town Code, and Rules and Regulations of the South Kingstown Police Department. The decision comes six days after the New Shoreham Town Council shot down funding state police troopers for the summer season on a 4-1 vote. Please avoid obscene, vulgar, lewd, Notifications from this discussion will be disabled. Two of those young people later became superintendents of the Rhode Island State Police. Warwick Police Department 99 Veterans Memorial Drive Warwick, Rhode Island 02886. The North Kingstown Fire Department Administrative Secretary Hours are Monday-Friday from 8:30AM-3 . First Warden Andre Boudreau, who voted for the funding, criticized the other council members for voting against the funding. Ewing-Chow got a warm send-off last week at the police station, joined by fellow officers and police staff. Review and analyze the needs for police service and the efficiency of Departmental operations; promote enhanced administrative, technical and operational police practices. Moynihan is listed as a member of the RIPCA Executive Board. The Department is committed to delivering the highest level of police professionalism to the Citizens of South Kingstown in a sensitive and efficient manner within the rule of law which guarantees individual rights to all our citizens. During the meeting last week, Boudreau praised the chief for the work he had done and urged his council colleagues to support the chief by abiding by the chiefs request for additional troopers to help with the summer tourists. Its been a great career, Ewing-Chow said. Let us know in this week's poll question below. that is degrading to another person. Manni instructed Moynihans class when the latter was studying to become a federal immigration agent in 1997. Praising Geaber, Zarnetske said, he has served this community well. He was always there if you needed a question or help with anything., Capt. It has been a privilege to serve in New Shoreham and I hope our efforts over the past year have improved our public safety on the island, he added. Get the Android Weather app from Google Play, 2 North Kingstown high schoolers credited with saving, RI lobster trap tag washes ashore on Scotland beach, Retired New England sports legends among Mass. The primary responsibility of the South Kingstown Police Department is to provide a comprehensive public safety program. Identify, report, and remove a variety of public safety hazards and to provide assistance to ensure citizen safety at every opportunity. Business Services; Elections; Civics and Education; Open Government; South Kingstown Town Council. Chief Matthew C. Moynihan Official account of the South Kingstown Police Department. He had a 57-year career in law enforcement that included serving as the state police intelligence detective in organized crime. SOUTH KINGSTOWN, R.I. (WPRI) Family and friends gathered Monday to honor law enforcement legend Vincent Vespia Jr. after his passing. Chief Matthew Moynihan is leaving the post to take over as the next police chief in South Kingstown. SOUTH KINGSTOWN, R.I. Moments after taking the oath of office Monday, Matthew C. Moynihan said it was an honor to be named South Kingstowns new chief of police. Vespia was a person with a hand outstretched to the residents of this town, talking to them wherever they might meet, lending an ear to a complaint or acknowledging a suggestion that could improve the town and policing. I want to hear about our strengths and our weaknesses so we can determine the best direction for the department in the months to come, he said. Both he and Manni said they would return his salute. 314 or police@skpd.org with any information. Westerly Dispatch is the only regional dispatch center in Rhode Island. New details in arrest of Providence middle school teacher, Police: Man, 18, caught with illegal gun and drugs in Fall River, Senate committee set to discuss RIPTA concerns raised by Ruggerio, Driver seriously injured in crash on Route 24, Local schools closed or delayed because of winter weather, Rhode Island State Police arrest 2 in Providence after traffic stop, West Warwick man sentenced for role in unemployment fraud. Ewing-Chow has served South Kingstown for a quarter-century, starting his career as a civilian dispatcher in 1995 before becoming a police officer in 1999. They formed a secure unit there where these under-served people were treated with dignity and respect, and were also safeguarded from the general population where this nasty virus was spreading. Other promotions were Detective Lt. Montafix Houghton IV to captain, Detective Sgt. accounts, the history behind an article. Both were just barely 20 years old and came face-to-face with a law enforcement legend whose exploits with crime bosses were the stuff of lore as well as real news reports. In another way, Vespias death brings yet to two young boys the loss of a mentor and a reminder about the inevitable changes that come with the passing of time. Be Nice. Be Truthful. The primary responsibility of the South Kingstown Police Department is to provide a comprehensive public safety program. Community engagement means were visible, were active and were relevant to the people we serve. No racism, sexism or any sort of -ism As the new chief, Ewing-Chow will manage the day-to-day operations of the town's public safety divisions, reporting to the town manager. SOUTH KINGSTOWN, R.I. (WLNE) The South Kingstown Police Department shared they are mourning the loss of retired Chief Vincent Vespia Jr. Sorry, there are no recent results for popular videos. Copyright 2023 Nexstar Media Inc. All rights reserved. or anything. Vespia had reached the rank of lieutenant before leaving for South Kingstown Police Department.