Norton Police Release Security Photo of Everett Leonard Park Vandal

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Norton Police Department has released the photo of one of the suspects involved with the vandalism at Everett Leonard Park late October. The suspects littered the property with beer cans, then kicked in the wood window into the office. According to Norton Parks and Recreation chairwoman Sheri Cohen, they proceeded to go through everything in the office and use the fire extinguisher, which then then stole. The suspects also stole a lifeguard rescue tube for the pool and stole a new grill from the shed. While the vandals put tape over a security camera, one was caught on another. Police have been trying to identify the subject. Receive updates to this story and other breaking news in your inbox or smartphone by signing up for our newsletter …

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Eagle Scout Candidate Constructs Flagpole for Park

CJ Weber hopes to earn highest Scout rank and for park vandals to be caught.

Once again, an Eagle Scout candidate in Norton has shown that he will fulfill his oath of influencing citizens in his troop and community to follow in his footsteps of goodwill. Currently a Life Scout, 17-year-old CJ Weber recently installed a flag pole and garden at Everett Leonard Park. Bill Seaver provided the electrical work so the flag could be illuminated at night.  “I chose this for my project because I figured I would be able to visit it and it will be around for years,” Weber said. He invested almost $1,000 and 130 hours on the project. Over 30 of those hours were spent on planning and gathering materials alone. Donations were gathered from family and friends to defray the cost. Let Patch save you time. Get great local stories …

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ADL Praises Wheaton President and Police for Response to Anti-Semitic Vandalism

Town hall meeting to be held 3:30 p.m. Tuesday.

The Anti-Defamation League (ADL) yesterday condemned an act of anti-Semitism at the Jewish Life House at Wheaton College. Graffiti was found yesterday on the back door of the building where Jewish students congregate on Howard Street. ADL  released the following statement:  “ADL condemns this anti-Semitic incident, and commends Wheaton College President Ronald Crutcher for immediately making it clear to all that acts of hate will not be tolerated,” said Derrek L. Shulman, Regional Director of ADL New England, adding praise for Wheaton’s pre-existing protocols and “bias response team.”   “We commend Campus Police and Norton Police for responding swiftly and seriously to this apparent Hate Crime,” added Jeffrey Robbins, ADL New England …

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Police Trying to Identify Everett Leonard Park Vandals

Suspects caught on DVD.

Police are investigating the vandalization of Everett Leonard Park after members of Norton Parks and Recreation found the property in disarray last week. Though for the most part people respect the park, it was vandalized in the past. As a result, Norton Parks and Recreation installed new cameras a few months ago to keep an eye on the new basketball hoops. Though the suspects put tape over the camera in the pavillion, they were caught on another one. Norton Police Department is in the process of reviewing the DVD to see if any of the suspects can be identified. “I am really hopeful that we can find out who did this, and if it is a bunch of kids thinking it was something fun to do, that I can show them how their actions have affected others…

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Private Property Struck with Arrow, Pumpkin and Eggs in Norton Police Log: Sept. 29 - 30

The following information was supplied by Norton Police Department. Where arrests or charges are mentioned, it does not indicate a conviction.

Monday, Sept. 29 12:44 a.m.: Village Way, domestic disturbance. 9:40 a.m.: Reservoir/Elm Street, suspicious condition. Caller reports there is a male party ripping through the dumpster and making a mess at the area of the old day care.  Reports he's a picker and he will pick it all up when he's done. 10:32 a.m.: Kensington Road, general disturbance. Caller requests an officer, reports his residence just struck with an arrow. Situation has been resolved peacefully with the neighbors. 4:36 p.m.: S. Washington Street, general services. Caller reports there is a tree down in the road on S. Washington near Horizon Beverage, heading towards the Holiday Inn. Highway is needed to remove the tree.Tree removed. 8:50 p.m.: Taunton Avenue, suspicious …

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Car Theft, Breaking and Entering in Norton Police Log: Aug. 4 - 6

The following information was supplied by Norton Police Department. Where arrests or charges are mentioned, it does not indicate a conviction.

Saturday, Aug. 4 8:31 a.m.: Holmes Street, motor vehicle theft. Caller reports her vehicle was stolen some time this morning. White Kia Optima. 12:13 p.m.: Talbot Drive, breaking and entering of a motor vehicle. Party into station reporting car was rummaged through.  Items taken were two pairs of Oakley sunglasses and several gift cards. 5:08 p.m.: Dean Street, vandalism. Female reports graffiti on trash barrels and some coolers missing. 6:09 p.m.: Faith Way, trespassing. Walk-in requesting advice about issuing a trespass notice. 6:40 p.m.: Pleasant Street, domestic disturbance. 6:42 p.m.: W. Main Street, larceny. Employee reports a possible drive off. Vehicle was a mini van. Nothing found on registration number. Sunday, Aug. 5 2:05 a.m.: …

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Drug and Alcohol Arrests, Graffitied Cars in Norton Police Log: Aug. 1 - 3

The following information was supplied by Norton Police Department. Where arrests or charges are mentioned, it does not indicate a conviction.

Wednesday, Aug. 1 12:56 p.m.: W. Main Street, motor vehicle accident. Multiple calls for an accident. Female has wrist injury. Fluid leak cleaned up. 5:49 p.m.: W. Main Street, vandalism. Caller reports that overnight someone vandalized the pump that was just installed for a fountain at Tricentennial Park. It appears that they tried to steal it. He reports that they found a medical alert bracelet on the scene that may belong to someone involved. He states that someone will be in tomorrow with the bracelet and to file a report. 9:55 p.m.: Alder Road, suspicious condition. Caller reports teenagers in area causing trouble, parking their vehicle on conservation land as well as starting a bonfire and being disruptive. Patrolman Mahoney reports …

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Norton Police Looking for Vandalism Suspect

Suspect may have vandalized town property.

The Police Department is looking to identify this suspect for vandalism to the water department facility last week. The truck in the picture is also his. Call 508-285-3300 if you have any information.

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Norton Sees Increase in Vandals

Mailbox vandalism on the rise during the summer.

Norton has seen a rise in vandalism over the past couple of months, and police say it’s probably not a coincidence that it has coincided with school vacation.  “It’s more common during summer,” said Norton Police Lieutenant Todd Jackson, who noted the vandals are most likely area kids.  On July 30 on Newcomb Street, several area mailboxes were smashed. At another house on the street, a mailbox was pulled out of the ground and the resident’s car was painted. Just a few hours later, a report of another mailbox vandalism was filed on Lincoln Street. Earlier in the month homes on Pine Street and Danielle Street were struck with eggs while Oak Street was victim to more mailbox vandalism.  According to United States Postal Service, mailboxes are…

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