General Information Town hall address: 180 High Street South Kingstown, RI 02879 Phone: 401-789-9331 Fax: 401-789-5280 Form of Government: Manager/Council Meetings held: Council meetings held the 2nd & 4th Monday of each month. He was also the first-ever inductee into the Rhode Island Criminal Justice Hall of Fame. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his wife Judy and his daughters Robin and Renee. Chief Geaber is a very progressive law enforcement leader who cares deeply for all of the members of his department and the community. Investigate and prosecute all known criminal offenses. National Night Out started in 1984 as a way to connect police with the citizens in their communities. Chance of rain 100%. The winner of the Campus Safety Director of the Year award will be announced in July. He referenced the tradition of honor with The End of Watch CallorLast Radio Call at the time of an officers death. When he retired, South Kingstown officers commended Vespia for maintaining the departments integrity, increasing the force as a way to keep the crime rate in South Kingstown low, and for being fair to both those on the force and within the community. His work on the Hope Initiative earned him national recognition in Police Chief Magazine last year, but Moynihan is not one to rest on laurels. Share with Us. The university said Jagoda oversees a number of departments including the alarm division, emergency management, environmental health and safety, fire and life safety, transportation and parking, university police, campus security, and communications and technology. Do you believe schools have a responsibility to provide their students with universal, free breakfast and lunch? He touched more than just police officers, though. 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." South Kingstown Police Chief Vincent Vespia, is shown in the Dispatch area of the Public Safety Complex in Peace Dale in this 2016 file photo. SOUTH KINGSTOWN, R.I. (WPRI) Campus Safety Magazine has narrowed down the field for its Director of the Year award, and a local police chief has been named one of the finalists. Ewing-Chow got a warm send-off last week at the police station, joined by fellow officers and police staff. SOUTH KINGSTOWN, R.I. (WPRI) Campus Safety Magazine has narrowed down the field for its Director of the Year award, and a local police chief has been named . This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Notifications from this discussion will be disabled. South Kingstown Town Clerk Susan Flynn, left, swears in the towns new police chief Matthew C. Moynihan during a brief ceremony in the Town Council chambers Monday morning. Weve worked well together as a team for the town.. Arts and Entertainment, Art Gallery 3.9 miles. 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. 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Manni, then superintendent of the Rhode Island State Police, asked for volunteers for the work, and Moynihan was right there. SOUTH KINGSTOWN, R.I. This South County town unanimously voted to hire Col. James Manni, the head of the Rhode Island State Police for the last three years, as its new town manager. Rachel Nunes/Patch Former South Kingstown. 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. He is responsible for all operational and administrative functions of the Cranston Police Department. SOUTH KINGSTOWN, R.I. South Kingstown Police Chief Joseph P. Geaber will retire July 9 after more than 45 years in the same department he eventually led and brought through a rigorous process of policy changes to achieve state accreditation for its professionalism and standards. Review and analyze the needs for police service and the efficiency of Departmental operations; promote enhanced administrative, technical and operational police practices. Another defining moment in his career was a decision to remain rather than leave for another offer coming shortly after getting the top law enforcement job in South Kingstown. 1 - 6 of 10 places. He also said that the town management throughout the years, including the town council and various town departments, have helped him in a variety of ways both as chief and as he rose through the ranks with more responsibilities related to both law enforcement and administration. Manni in an interview said, He was a trooper through and through.. The South Kingstown Town Council on Monday appointed Manni the town . His longtime friend, the late controversial and popular Providence Mayor Vincent A. Bucco was promoted from captain of operations to deputy chief under his watch. Westerly Dispatch, is the primary dispatch center for . Police said that 56-year-old Robert Brown, of. "Not only because it's a great department, but very simply this is home," Moynihan said. The retiring chief was replaced by his assistant, Deputy Chief Chase, who in turn retired in September of 1949. Two of those young people later became superintendents of the Rhode Island State Police. Enter the parking lot via the south entrance, and park in the front parking lot. No racism, sexism or any sort of -ism Hes always been a fair boss; a fair chief.. Police Department's community policing philosophy and our commitment to maintain and elevate relationships throughout the community. Chief Of Police 2020 - Present3 years South Kingstown, Rhode Island, United States I was promoted to lead strategy development, ensuring vision, mission, and principles of the Police. Vespia died unexpectedly Tuesday morning at. 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. My wife and I raised our family here, and built our first house just a short distance from the police station., Working within ones own community of residence, a grateful Moynihan said, is a dream job.. He had to deal with some really vicious, vicious criminals and did it with the tenacity and skill a police detective could learn from today, Doherty said. 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. You have permission to edit this article. It serves all of the fire, rescue & EMS agencies in the towns of Westerly, Hopkinton, and Richmond. Be Nice. 1 2. Joe has always been a great family man, consummate professional, compassionate and always fair and he was all of that with a great sense of humor, he added. "It's been a great career," Ewing-Chow said. Ewing-Chow became chief of the 55-officer police department in November 2020, after serving as the interim since July of that year, when former chief Joseph Geaber retired. 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. Copyright 2023 Nexstar Media Inc. All rights reserved. Be Proactive. Saying Rhode Island "can't afford" to go back to pre-pandemic days where students were unable to eat at school because their parents couldn't afford to pay for them, Representative Teresa Tanzi (D-Dist. Contact Information. 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. Get an email notification whenever someone contributes to the discussion. Impressions can last a lifetime, as these did. Then Capt. Prepare Police Department Annual Report by calendar year to provide transparent reporting of Departmental statistics to the public. Chance of rain 100%. Joe was my training officer as a young rookie on the South Kingstown Police Department and to this day, I realize that his mentoring made me a much better cop, he said. These included investigations and prosecutions of crime boss Raymond Patriarca and the arrests of Gerald and Harold Tillinghast, brothers eventually convicted of murdering a mob loan shark. Call us at 401-783-3321, ext. Town Manager James Manni, who has a 25-year professional relationship with Moynihan, noted that the police chief on Block Island also pulls double duty as head of New Shorehams public works. We love the town and having the opportunity to join this department as chief is truly a dream job, said Moynihan in a statement. Vespia also served as president of the chiefs association and the knowledge and guidance Chief Vespia provided to our organization throughout the years proved invaluable, said Corrigan, Narragansetts chief. person will not be tolerated. Contact Person: Susan Flynn Phone: (401) 789-9331. 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. Do you believe schools have a responsibility to provide their students with universal, free breakfast and lunch? Vespia, who served as SKs Police Chief for 35 years, died Tuesday at the age of 84. South Kingstown School District is a proud Professional Learning Community built upon collaborative leadership and 21st-century deep learning competencies while developing a culture of equity, openness, and sharing of ideas. The Internet has become an extremely valuable law enforcement tool and affords us the opportunity to relay public service information to the community in a timely and contemporary fashion. 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. Rhode Island Department of State Gregg M. Amore Secretary of State Business Services; Elections; Civics and Education; Open Government; South Kingstown School Committee . Awaiting The Monday Night - Tuesday Storm Live Weather Cams - Providence, Rhode Island. According to a police report of the South Kingstown Police Department, shortly before 8 PM on Saturday, March 19, 2022, South Kingstown police officers were dispatched to the parking lot of the . I worked for him for more than 28 years. Everyone else had their name following the rank, he recalled, noting that on the summer day they met, Vespia took the time to talk to him. As chief, Ewing-Chow managed the day-to-day operations of the department, but also moved to increase the departments community outreach. 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." Live Feeds - 7,485: . This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Keep it Clean. . WATCH: 12 News looks back at Vespia's storied career ahead of his retirement Chief Moynihans passion for community policing helped us stamp out the anything goes reputation that has plagued Block Island for generations, said Boudreau. He will truly be missed.. Be Truthful. Vespia then served as South Kingstown's police chief from 1981 through his retirement in 2016. 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. Winds NNE at 20 to 30 mph. Manni also recalled a similar experience involving a prisoner transfer. Were so fortunate to have had Chief Ewing-Chow for that many years and to lead the department these last couple of years, Murphy said. They also dispatch the Pawcatuck, Connecticut Fire Dept. I worked to increase the size of the department, added new divisions and updated much of our equipment. I found him to be very focused, determined, and competitive. A Message from the Chief of Police Welcome to the Smithfield Police Department web site. Alfred Bucco III, deputy chief, is the interim head of the police department. Work in unison with Town Departments and multiple agencies on community emergency preparedness planning and administration; maintain state of readiness for emergency response; coordinate implementation of emergency evacuation shelters as needed. That connection to family is a trait that impressed James Tierney, now Narragansett town manager, who worked as a police officer with Geaber for 28 years. South Kingstown Town Manager James Manni said Moynihan will start with the town June 26, taking over for Joel Ewing-Chow, who retired in April. SOUTH KINGSTOWN, R.I. South Kingstown Police Chief Joseph P. Geaber will retire July 9 after more than 45 years in the same department he eventually led and brought through a rigorous process of policy changes to achieve state accreditation for its professionalism and standards. Various local and state law enforcement officials, as well as town government officials, praised Geaber for his dedication throughout his career. Administer traffic detail program for road projects, etc. 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. 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. Jeff Allen was named Chief of Police in Charlestown on Monday. Its been challenging to law enforcement and policing.. Moynihan has a bachelors degree in criminal justice from Northeastern University and a master of criminal justice in cybercrime investigation and cybersecurity from Boston University Metropolitan College. He holds a bachelor's degree in criminal justice from Roger Williams University and a master's degree in management from Salve Regina University. When COVID began, Manni said the state police were directed to use a Warwick hotel as an isolated shelter for people experiencing homelessness, who also were contracting COVID at a high rate. Police Emergencies: 911 Routine / Non-Emergencies: (401) 468-4200 For general information about the Warwick Police Department, please feel free to use our online form tool. Former South Kingstown police chief passes away. SOUTH KINGSTOWN, R.I. (WLNE) The South Kingstown Police Department shared they are mourning the loss of retired Chief Vincent Vespia Jr. Dispatch . South Kingstown fire protection is provided by the Union Fire District of South Kingstown, a volunteer department. In the short time I have known him, I have come to consider him a friend. Be Nice. Rhode Island Department of State Gregg M. Amore Secretary of State Business Services . Don't knowingly lie about anyone This week Santa's helpers at SKPD stuffed and shipped 97 stockings to Captain Montefix Houghton and his RI National Guard unit in Kuwait. that is degrading to another person. 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.. Chief Geaber has been a fixture in town for decades, and the police department wont be the same without his steady and humble leadership, he said. Washington County Rhode Island Live Audio Feeds. An Official Rhode Island State Website. Thank you, Chief Vespia, for your dedication and service to our town and this department. To apply, please submit an application, resume and cover letter with "Dispatcher" in the subject line to: [email protected] by 4:30 pm on Tuesday, June 6 th , 2017. EMERGENCY: 9-1-1. I was in the first group of recruits he hired, said Tierney. Winds could occasionally gust over 40 mph.. A few clouds. Although preservation of peace and protection of lives and property are the principle duties of a police officer, South Kingstown Public Safety Personnel, both sworn and civilian, also function as public service officers responsible for identifying and responding to service needs of all our citizens. 1998 - 2023 Nexstar Media Inc. | All Rights Reserved. Video / Jan 24, 2023 / 12:14 PM EST. 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His nearly six decades in this profession was truly remarkable, said Manni, who is South Kingstowns current town manager. We are investigating the theft of a red and black 2022 Kawasaki KRF1000 UTV that was stolen from a residence on Waites Corner Rd on 2/14 between 8:30 PM and 8:30 AM and may have taken on a flatbed trailer. I will miss everyone and would like to thank my family, friends and co-workers who have supported me throughout my career. South Kingstown is a wonderful community, and I am humbled to be selected to lead the South Kingstown Police Department. Recruit and train police officers, and provide training and professional development to all Department personnel. I commend him for seeing the department through to full accreditation and so capably filling the big shoes left by the retirement of Chief (Vincent) Vespia, he said. After that, I hope to help my son with his landscape construction business and practice law, he said.

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