Partly cloudy skies. Partly cloudy skies. Ewing-Chow got a warm send-off last week at the police station, joined by fellow officers and police staff. The first National Night Out involved 2.5 million residents across 400 communities in 23 states and has grown exponentially in the following years and spread into almost every state in the county. If you are suicidal or suffering from a mental health crisis, call or text 9-8-8 for 24/7 access to a trained counselor who can provide support. Interact cooperatively with the South Kingstown School Department, local institutional groups (URI, South County Hospital, and Fire Districts), neighboring police Departments, the RI State Police, multiple State and Federal agencies, and advocacy groups to form partnerships to make South Kingstown a safe community. The department also acquired its first photographic equipment in 1954 for the preservation of evidence found at accident sites and crime scenes. 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. Trevor Richmond to lieutenant, Detective Gary Marquis to sergeant and Patrolman Thomas Bouffard to detective. At night a patrolman would be responsible for checking the doors and windows of all business establishments on his beat. All the police work required in a town as large as North Kingstown could not have been accomplished with a department which, for nearly its first two decades, rarely exceeded ten men, without the help provided by the assistance of the auxiliary police, later to be known as the police reserve. There, the mayor introduced Vespia to President Gerald Ford, a friend of Ciancis, who was in town for the mayors fundraiser. I had shaken hands with [Town Mananger] Steve Alfred, and once that happened, that was the end of it.. Winds could occasionally gust over 40 mph.. Police operations are all fully encrypted, Fire, DPW and other operations are in the clear. This photo has been digitally altered to remove sensitive material. Cianci, twice elected mayor of Providence and radio show host, known as much for rebuilding Providence as his two felony convictions, died Jan. 28 at age 74, after complaining of stomach pains during a taping of his weekly television show. Police said a caller is claiming victims failed to answer a subpoena and must now pay a fine or go to jail. Some wonderful, wonderful changes have occurred.. Vespia has never thought much of the crime family. Cianci drew a line down the middle of the tablecloth with the pen that Vespia had given him as a Christmas present. South Kingstown Police Chief Vincent A. Vespia Jr., who will retire next month, is seen in the Dispatch area of the Public Safety Complex in Peace Dale. Phone: 401-294-3346, ext. 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. 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. Vespia believes there are fables to this day about Raymond L.S. Winds NNE at 25 to 35 mph. Capt. Chance of rain 90%. Alfred lauded Vespia for being instrumental in guiding South Kingstown Police during his tenure. So close in fact, each man stood alongside the other at the altar, as best man. Police said the vehicle involved in the crash was a blue Jeep Patriot, most likely a model year between 2007 and 2017. It was a time when troopers lived in barracks five days a week. That particular phrase, to him, made the players out to be something greater than a bunch of unintelligent, social misfits who thrived on fear. Hopkinton police uses the RISCON system for police communications. I had shaken hands with [Town Manager] Steve Alfred, and once that happened, that was the end of it., From day one, I missed hands-on detective work, Vespia said in 2012. Also: Amazon to open "4-Star" store in Providence mall | New developments in NK "fat test" controversy | more. SOUTH KINGSTOWN, R.I. (WPRI) Rhode Islands longest serving police chief is taking off his badge. In 1974, Cianci, then 33 and a Republican, narrowly defeated Doorley, in part with the help of Democrats unhappy with the mayor. He served a five-year suspended sentence, but no jail time, and after making a career as a radio show host, was re-elected in 1991 and served until 2002, when he was forced to resign after being found guilty of racketeering conspiracy. The drone located the injured woman in a deep and isolated part of the river in West Kingston. Townwide EMS/Rescue provided by Westerly Ambulance Corps on its own frequency, Please login with your Premium Subscriber Account, To learn more about our premium subscription program please see: RadioReference Premium Subscription, Rhode Island Statewide Communications Network (RISCON), Charlestown PD and EMS use the RISCON system for communications. He said he is certain it would have been the same had he taken the job as chief of police in Providence, and served during the years Cianci was accused of crimes. We kind of grew apart, Vespia said. Sworn Police Officers also work in the dispatch center, when needed. Mr. Edwards, in June of 1941, became North Kingstown's first Chief of Police presiding over a department consisting of one man. What I want to do is break that down, say Were here, were regular people like you are, we have families, emotions. Jul 18 9-8-8 is the new nationwide mental health crisis hotline. Cianci and Vespias parents knew each other, Vespia said, but it wasnt until the late 1960s that Vespia and Cianci became close friends. The friendship grew while Vespia was a Rhode Island State Police detective and Cianci, then a prosecutor in the state attorney generals office, worked together on cases. A member of the scam posed as a general in the U.S. military, feigning personal interest in his victims before asking for money. Chance of rain 90%. 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He said that idea came after visits to homes in which he didnt see books. After serving in the U.S. Army, Vespia began his career with the Rhode Island State Police in 1959, where he developed a reputation for investigating organized crime. Police Public Information Department News Police Log Police Log The media log of the North Kingstown Police Department represents a summary of those calls for service that are deemed to be a public record under Rhode Island General Law. 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. 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." He wasnt going to buy a skiff. Cianci turned to Vespia for help with this dilemma. In addition, they are planning an internship program for college-age individuals for both an initial look at a law enforcement career and opportunity for the department to recruit those interested. Please call the number below to make an appointment, general questions, or other information. Dispatch | South Kingstown, RI Ian Grant, 36, was arrested in Connecticut after leading police on a chase through Massachusetts, Connecticut and Rhode Island. 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. I would check with someone before you buy a digital scanner it is not an easy system to receive. South Kingstown police chief to retire after long and legendary career Ive always gotten along with him. Identify, report, and remove a variety of public safety hazards and to provide assistance to ensure citizen safety at every opportunity. Alfred said scrutiny into the now retired EMS Director William Howe, who was suspended last month without pay for failing to hold the necessary state paramedic license, was not a factor in Vespias decision to retire. Its a young mans job. Two people were taken to the hospital after a fight on a Block Island ferry forced police to jump onto the moving boat to break it up. One of the smartest moves Ive ever made was to resist going to Providence, Vespia said. Vincent Vespia, former South Kingstown police chief, dies at 84 County pages show all online feeds available that cover areas within that county. The Dispatch Center of South Kingstown Police Department is staffed 24 hours a day, with 2 dispatchers, from a roster of 8 full time dispatchers and 1 part-time dispatcher. He said his definition of friendship is one that is deep. All operations for both are fully encrypted. I know many people who have fallen in disfavor with the law, Vespia said. Amateur Radio 0 Online: North Kingstown Fire Department . Occasionaly I will hear one bit of info transmitting. He had the tenacity, he had the drive, he had the talent, he had the smarts, and he was a tough guy, Tamburini continued. I said, You did what? The victim was a commercial fisherman on a boat based in Point Judith. At the beginning of Chief Moon's tenure, the Department consisted of six men, including himself. I cant say enough good things about the chiefs command and control of the department, as well as his ability to interact with state agencies and to ensure that public health and safety in South Kingstown has always been at the top of his priority, Alfred said. Phoenix Police Listen Live - Phoenix, United States | Online Radio Box Patriarca was at the dinner table, in his pajamas. Also: Gas prices fall for second week in a row | RI welcomes new U.S. Attorney | more. In 1952, the N.K. Vespia oversaw the construction of the $5.9-million, 28,000-square-foot Public Safety Complex, 1790 Kingstown Road, Peace Dale, which also served the 17-member Emergency Medical Service Unit under his command. Westerly Dispatch is the only regional dispatch center in Rhode Island. Let us know in this week's poll question below. He reaches in the drawer and comes out with an application for him, and he hands me an application, he said. Cianci, the longest-serving mayor of Providence, died Jan. 28. Partly cloudy skies. Physical Address 1790 Kingstown Road Wakefield, RI 02879 Phone: (401) 783-3321 Emergency: 911 Directory Phone & Radio Department Phone Numbers Emergency: 911 Police Emergency: 401-783-3341 Fire Emergency: 401-783-2422 Police Routine: 401-783-3321 Automated: 401-783-3166 (0 for Dispatch) Fax: 401-788-9775 Radio Frequencies As a young motorcycle trooper out of Wickford, Vespia said he and his colleagues regularly worked 16-plus-hour days. Washington County, Rhode Island (RI) Scanner Frequencies and Radio Cianci married Sheila Bentley McKenna in 1973; they divorced in 1983. He served five years in Fort Dix, a federal prison in New Jersey, a time he later referred to as his vacation., I offered to drive him to Fort Dix, New Jersey, when he had to report to the federal prison there, said Vespia. He was eating peppers and sausage.. In the early 70s, Cianci was mulling a first run for mayor. A man from Cambridge, Massachusetts died in a New Year's Eve crash on Interstate 95 in Rhode Island, State Police said. Staff Directory South Kingstown, RI CivicEngage Freq PL/M Ty Input InpPL Channel Notes; 154.4075 . Chance of rain 90%. Vespia said the notion of leaving the job behind seemed to sneak up one day. This site is the official Facebook page for the South Kingstown Police Department. Rhode Island Live Audio Feeds - Broadcastify.com On the other side were the rough numbers hed spend to launch a political campaign. 453.450 Primary operations are in the clear. North Kingstown Scanner Frequencies (Washington County RI) Winds NNE at 25 to 35 mph. But Vespia hasnt just been in the business for an astounding six decades. He officially retires on Tuesday. He faces child porn charges. In 1959, Vespia was fresh out of the Army. Town Manager Stephen A. Alfred confirmed Vespias upcoming retirement. A placard meant, phone in ASAP., They were wonderful, wonderful people, Vespia said. Monte also pointed to programs that will continue such as Trunk or Treat that he and Lt. Francesco Capaldi, Jr, of the emergency medical services, helped to organize last year. The crash killed Alan Albergaria, 54, of South Kingstown, who was out on a walk on Middlebridge Road. Coast Guard officials said they set up a 1-mile safety zone around the explosive overnight until Navy officials could come and detonate it. And were in this job because we want to be public servants, we want to help out, said Ewing-Chow who was appointed last November. A 19-year veteran of the force, he rose through the ranks spending much time in the detective bureau. Fifty dollars to kill a human being. What a sport.. Department History | North Kingstown, RI Vespia turned him down. It was hard for him to draw the line between their association, but he said Cianci was always concerned for his reputation and understood the necessary boundaries. All operations are fully encrypted. It's okay to not be okay and now help is available at 9-8-8. 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. I want to see us do more outreach, whether its to underprivileged groups, neighborhood groups, whatever it may be. #ServingSK 1 I would never have allowed it to happen.. They also provide a strong foundation for a new incoming chief., Hes been there for so long and I appreciate the fact hes been able to survive in this business; its not an easy business, said Charlestown Police Chief Jeff Allen, who served 26 years in South Kingstown under Vespia. The pair would routinely meet for dinner a few nights a week, and this night, they met late after work at the Old Canteen on Federal Hill. It think they have switched over to the RISCON system. Patriarcas wife, Rita OToole, let them in. South Kingstown includesthe Kingston Fire District. Narragansett Police, Fire, DPW and other town services use RISCON. He was always there if you needed a question or help with anything.. After 26 years in law enforcement, SK Police Chief calls it a career I woke up one morning and I said to my wife, You know, I really dont want to go to work today, Vespia said. Our friendship never suffered, but I never went to visit him [in prison], Vespia said. It suffered [out] of necessity.. Rita put a handful of cigars in his inside pocket.. Buddy Cianci was one of his five, Vespia said. You have permission to edit this article. I didnt go to court with him.. Sorry, there are no recent results for popular videos. Vespia and Tamburini would use invaluable sources and undercover intelligence gathering to build two murder cases against the infamous and feared leader of La Cosa Nostra. 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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. According to a biography provided by South Kingstown Police, Vespia was a recognized expert in organized crime cases. There was no radio on the cycles, so wed have to stop every hour and youd use your own nickel to call the barracks., Troopers would find signs hanging from a network of homes along their routes. For instance, South Kingstown Police will join this year for the first time sponsoring on Aug. 3 a National Night Out, a community-building campaign that promotespolice-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie, Bucco and Monte said. 7201. South Kingstown Police Department | South Kingstown, RI Not hungry, Raymond, Vespia recalled saying to Patriarca. Vespia believes Cianci had great promise and national political prospects that he ultimately squandered. Now Im not saying he made up his mind that night, but if I only had the presence of mind to roll up that tablecloth and take it with me it would have been certainly a conversation piece, if not a relic, these days.. Develop and submit recommended annual operating budget and 6-year capital improvement plan to the Town Manager.
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