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. He was on top of everything he needed to be on top of, said Geaber who would replace Vespia as chief. During his time here he reinvented public safety on the island and has put us on a good path for the future. 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. Allen has been with the South Kingstown force since 1986, spending t he last seven years as captain. Accountability, he said, allows officers to always show that they act in the best interest of the community. Police said that 56-year-old Robert Brown, of. 1 - 6 of 10 places. Winds could occasionally gust over 40 mph.. A few clouds. Winds N at 10 to 15 mph. That kind of work won also praise from Town Council President Abel Collins. As he spent his last week as chief saying goodbye and See you around town to fellow staff and residents, Ewing-Chow was also reflective. Moynihan was hired last month out of a pool of 15 applicants, five of whom had interviews. SOUTH KINGSTOWN, R.I. (WPRI) Three men suspected of physically and sexually assaulting a woman at a Wakefield home faced a judge on Monday. Vincent Vespia, former South Kingstown police chief, has passed away at age 84. Ewing-Chow got a warm send-off last week at the police station, joined by fellow officers and police staff. Matt was one that stood out. . Hes someone you can easily talk to. Alongside Providence police lieutenant Richard Tamburini, Vespia was known for investigating New England mob boss Raymond L.S. An Official Rhode Island State Website. The Rhode Island State Police Wickford Barracks, located in the Town of North Kingstown, has jurisdiction. Develop and submit recommended annual operating budget and 6-year capital improvement plan to the Town Manager. Rhode Island Department of State Gregg M. Amore Secretary of State Business Services . 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. South Kingstown School Committee - Transportation Subcommittee: 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. Prev. Vespia, who served as SKs Police Chief for 35 years, died Tuesday at the age of 84. But he also gave us the leeway for us to do what we needed to do. 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 You have permission to edit this article. Gov. In the short time I have known him, I have come to consider him a friend. University of Rhode Island (URI) Police Chief and Public Safety Director Michael Jagoda said hes honored to be a finalist., It would not be possible to accomplish all of our departments goals and objectives without the great team of co-workers at URI Public Safety, he continued. High near 40F. Moynihan is listed as a member of the RIPCA Executive Board. Create a Website Account - Manage notification subscriptions, save form progress and more. I would especially like to thank my wife, Debi, who has tolerated a cop for way too long. 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. No racism, sexism or any sort of -ism His longtime friend, the late controversial and popular Providence Mayor Vincent A. mayor buys Columbus statue for $50K, Change in law allows more to scrub their criminal, 109-year-old Bristol native shares secret to a long, Office chairs recalled due to fall, injury risk, Dont answer phone calls from these 5 area codes, Doctor: Lesion removed from Bidens chest was cancerous, Weather Alert: Snow/Sleet Changing To Rain Overnight;, CT shelter needs to find homes for 30+ animals, Olive oil in coffee? Hundreds pay respects at funeral of former South Kingstown police chief. That was one of the better classes Id seen, Manni said. Updated: Mar 3, 2023 / 11:45 AM EST. Embracing technology, building strong working . He presided over a swearing-in ceremony for Connor, a German Shepherd. Vespia had reached the rank of lieutenant before leaving for South Kingstown Police Department. A URI graduate, Jagoda returned to campus as a police major in 2015 after spending 22 years with the Connecticut State Police. 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. I want South Kingstown to be the destination department, known for our professionalism.. Winds N at 10 to 15 mph. that is degrading to another person. Be Nice. An Official Rhode Island State Website. 48, with the South Kingstown Police Department. June 17, 2022 . With the state police as well, Moynihan always raised his hand to volunteer for duties and assignments, Manni recalled. Let us know in this week's poll question below. He was always there if you needed a question or help with anything., Capt. Rhode Island Department of State Gregg M. Amore Secretary of State Business Services; Elections; Civics and Education; Open Government; South Kingstown School Committee . Some in police circles initially were skeptical of the purpose of having police care for opioid abusers not a typical law enforcement function. View 11 Fowler St, North Kingstown, RI 02852 property records for FREE including property ownership, deeds, mortgages, titles & sales history, current & historic tax assessments, legal, parcel & structure description, land use, zoning & more. 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. Do you believe schools have a responsibility to provide their students with universal, free breakfast and lunch? SK police chief set to retire after 45 year career with department, By Bill Seymour High near 40F. In military-style organizations, its a lasting tradition about a chain of command and historic order of cohesion and organization bred into recruits and veteran officers alike. He retired in 2016 after 35 years in the chiefs chair. Hes been a consummate professional, a class act and mentor to all those police officers junior him. Don't knowingly lie about anyone His history in South Kingstown goes back 26 years, however, to 1995. Ewing-Chow got a warm send-off last week at the police station, joined by fellow officers and police staff. I cant say enough good things about the chiefs command and control of the department, Alfred said when Vespia retired six years ago. Promote traffic safety initiatives through education and enforcement. 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Job Listings. How do I have a Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) check done? 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. 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." High 49F. The following reports were taken from the South Kingstown Police Department. Hes a very approachable person. Recruit and train police officers, and provide training and professional development to all Department personnel. Though there were tensions, the peaceful march ended with no arrests. Winds could occasionally gust over 40 mph.. A few clouds. 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. But I also found him to be a leader.. Jagoda is the only nominee from New England. 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 . Thats community engagement, thats accountability and professionalism, he said. 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. The retiring chief was replaced by his assistant, Deputy Chief Chase, who in turn retired in September of 1949. Land Records. Before joining the New Shoreham Police Department in 2021, Moynihan served with the Rhode Island State Police for 24 years in a variety of roles including serving in the detective bureau as assistant detective commander, as officer in charge of the Major Crimes Unit, on the High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area Task Force, in the Intelligence Unit, on the FBIs Joint Terrorism Task Force, and the FBIs Organized Crime Task Force. Vespia served in the U.S. Army and joined the Rhode Island State Police in 1959 where he developed his expertise in investigating organized crime. I think nobody expected things to get as serious as they did, he said in 2020. 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. Contact Us. 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. 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. 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." Call us at 401-783-3321, ext. EMERGENCY: 9-1-1. Impressions can last a lifetime, as these did. Winds NNE at 20 to 30 mph. Do you believe schools have a responsibility to provide their students with universal, free breakfast and lunch? Keep it Clean. person will not be tolerated. Sorry, there are no recent results for popular videos. accounts, the history behind an article. No racism, sexism or any sort of -ism Threats of harming another Rhode Island State Police 311 Danielson Pike North Scituate, RI 02857 Business Phone: Phone: (401) 444-1000 TTY (hearing impaired): Vespia remembered by colleagues for decorated career, love of community, By Bill Seymour chief of police south kingstown, ri. Winds could occasionally gust over 40 mph.. A few clouds. Deputy Chief Costa serves as the executive officer for the department and is the second in command. This week Santa's helpers at SKPD stuffed and shipped 97 stockings to Captain Montefix Houghton and his RI National Guard unit in Kuwait. Be Nice. Ive been chief for 30 years but the greater number of duties of a police chief are administrative and that was not my first interest, my first love. 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. Weve come a long way especially in the last few years, he said. 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. I just think the chief is a great person all-round, he said. The primary responsibility of the South Kingstown Police Department is to provide a comprehensive public safety program. each comment to let us know of abusive posts. shot down funding state police troopers for the summer season on a 4-1 vote. Captain Joel Ewing-Chow has been appointed interim police chief effective July 10th, said Town Manager Robert Zarnetske who made the selection. 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. just south of the RI State Police Wickford Barracks. Thank you, Chief Vespia, for your dedication and service to our town and this department. Robert graduated from South Kingstown High Schooland then attended Johnson & Wales University where he earned a Elmer Edwards served as North Kingstown's Police Chief until December of 1948. What I want to do is say Were here, were regular people like you are, we have families, emotions. Wakefield, RI 02879 Phone: 401-789-9744 The watch duties are taken over by colleagues in the sisterhood and brotherhood as police relationships are colloquially known among each other. Recruit and train police officers, and provide training and professional development to all Department personnel. Special to the Independent. It was one of the most humbling experiences I ever had, said Manni, with Doherty, who lives in Narragansett, agreeing. Get an email notification whenever someone contributes to the discussion. A brush with the law at 18 years old influenced his . The South Kingstown Police Department is seeking applicants for the position of police officer.