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A recap of the week that was in Woburn
These five stories and Police Log entries had people talking on our Facebook page and readers clicking links last week. For complete stories, click the headlines. Major Drug Ring Bust Nets Woburn Man All 15 suspects were arrested on the morning of May 9 Sports Cars for a Stellar Summer Here are five high-performance vehicles for sale in the area Police Logs: Pedestrian Grazed in Hit and Run Accident An excerpt from the WPD police log. The following arrest information was supplied by the Woburn Police Department. The arrest does not indicate a conviction Mayor Galvin: Woburn Has Received $4.7 …
These five stories and Police Log entries had people talking on our Facebook page and readers clicking links this week. For complete stories, click the headlines. From Bruisers to Beauties: What's Your Dream Car? Whether it is something full of raw power or finesse, everyone's dream car is unique POLICE LOG: Another Case of Tax Return Fraud An excerpt from the WPD police log. The following arrest information was supplied by the Woburn Police Department. The arrest does not indicate a conviction Richard Donohue, Shot in Boston Bomber Firefight, Thanks Community The police officer from Woburn …
These five stories and Police Log entries had people talking on our Facebook page and readers clicking links this week. For complete stories, click the headlines. Doctor: 'Cautiously Optimistic' on Injured MBTA Officer's Recovery Dr. David Miller said he was "cautiously optimistic" about Winchester native and MBTA Officer Richard Donohue Jr.'s recovery after he was wounded during a shoot-out with the Boston Marathon bombing suspects on Thursday night Fitness-Themed Fundraiser for Marathon Bombing Victims a Success Last Saturday, Today's Fitness Center held a fundraising fitness classes for …
These five stories and Police Log entries had people talking on our Facebook page and readers clicking links this week. For complete stories, click the headlines. Woburn Mayoral Race Now Contested - What Would You Ask the Candidates? John Flaherty announced his candidacy for Woburn Mayor yesterday and will challenge Mayor Scott Galvin POLICE LOG: Man Finds WWII Era Grenades While Cleaning House, Report of Fraud at King Gas An excerpt from the WPD police log. The following arrest information was supplied by the Woburn Police Department. The arrest does not indicate a conviction Police Arrest …
These five stories and Police Log entries had people talking on our Facebook page and readers clicking links this week. For complete stories, click the headlines. POLICE LOG: House Egged, Multiple Reports of Credit/ATM Card Fraud An excerpt from the WPD police log New Pope Francis Elected: Woburn-based Priest Reacts The white smoke appeared on Wednesday, signalling that the conclave had chosen Argentinian Cardinal Jorge Mario Bergoglio to be the new head of the Catholic Church Woburn Newspaper Deliveryman Arranged on Fraud Charges Middlesex District Attorney Gerry Leone informed the public …
These five stories and Police Log entries had people talking on our Facebook page and readers clicking links this week. For complete stories, click the headlines. Police Arrest Three Following Prostitution Investigation Woburn Police, working with a regional agency, arrested three women on sexual conduct for a fee changes. Woburn Mother of Murdered Daughter Honored by District Attorney for Anti-Domestic Violence Work Middlesex District Attorney Gerard Leone presented Arlene Meara the Paul R. McLaughlin Community Activist Award. POLICE LOG: Resident Reports Someone Filed 2012 Tax Returns Under…
These five stories had people talking on our Facebook page and readers clicking links this week. For complete stories, click the headlines. Firehouse Subs Set to Open in Woburn The casual-dining restaurant started by former firefighters will open on Commerce Way.   Gas Prices Surge More Than 30 Cents in a Month; Are you Driving Less? The average price of a gallon of regular gasoline has risen to $3.81 in Woburn over the past month.   Woburn Police to Train at Schools Today Members of the Woburn Police Department will be conducting emergency response training in the city's public schools today…
These five stories and Police Log entries had people talking on our Facebook page and readers clicking links this week. For complete stories, click the headlines. Woburn City Council Approves Medical Marijuana Dispensary Moratorium The moratorium, which limits dispensaries in any zoning district, will be in place until January of 2014.   Flibotte Coming Into His Own in Net for Tanners Woburn junior Jeremy Flibotte has two shutouts in his last six games, leading the Tanners to a 4-1-1 mark in that span.   Want to Say 'Thanks' After the Storm? Who deserves your thanks? The road crews, the …
These five stories and Police Log entries had people talking on our Facebook page and readers clicking links this week. For complete stories, click the headlines. POLICE LOG: Home Break-in With Over $2,500 in Items Taken An excerpt from the WPD police log. The following arrest information was supplied by the Woburn Police Department. The arrest does not indicate a conviction.   New Strain of Norovirus, Winter Vomiting Bug, Rising - Cases Reported in Woburn A new norovirus strain was detected last year in Australia and has reached the United States.   POLICE LOG: Residents Reports Shed Shot …
These five stories and Police Log entries had people talking on our Facebook page and readers clicking links this week. For complete stories, click the headlines. ICE Agents Search Woburn Fiber Optics Firm Agents from ICE's Homeland Security Investigations and the FBI were at Agiltron on Presidential Way in Woburn.   Opponents to 'The Ledges' Project Start Online Petition Alderman Mike Raymond has informed Woburn Patch of a new initiative for opponents of the development project to express their views.   Report: Lynch to Challenge Markey for Kerry's Seat U.S. Congressman Stephen Lynch …
  These five stories and Police Log entries had people talking on our Facebook page and readers clicking links this week. For complete stories, click the headlines. To follow all Woburn Police news, bookmark our special WPD page.   Robbers Leave Trail of Evidence For Police Jan. 7—Police are investigating the Saturday night robbery of a Main Street convenience store in which the suspects left a trail of evidence.   POLICE LOG: "Kidnappers" Demand Ransom Jan. 6—At 9:59 a.m., police received a report of an unknown caller asking a Woburn woman for money. According to police, the woman received a…
  These five stories and Police Log entries had people talking on our Facebook page and readers clicking links this week. For complete stories, click the headlines. To follow all Woburn Police news, bookmark our special WPD page.   POLICE LOG: Baby Jesus Stolen From Church Dec. 28—At 8:13 p.m., police received a report of a stolen item at St. Charles Church. According to police, an unknown suspect stole the church’s Baby Jesus statue from a display. Police observed that the suspect removed the protective covering from the display and took the figurine. Joseph and Mary were left in place.   …
These five stories and Police Log entries had people talking on our Facebook page and readers clicking links this week. For complete stories, click the headlines. To follow all Woburn Police news, bookmark our special WPD page.   POLICE LOG: Man Spends Night in Club Car Dec. 27—At 7:28 a.m., Michael Kenneth Russell, 30, of 171 Old Cambridge Road, was arrested and charged on an outstanding warrant. According to police, officers were dispatched to the Woburn Country Club for an audible alarm. When police arrived, an officer saw Russell walking on the property, which was closed at the time. …
These five stories and Police Log entries had people talking on our Facebook page and readers clicking links this week. For complete stories, click the headlines. To follow all Woburn Police news, bookmark our special WPD page.   POLICE LOG: Tic Tac Causes Crash Near Mall Dec. 17—At 4:34 p.m., police were dispatched to a two-car accident on Mishawum Road. According to police, one car rear-ended another when the driver reached down for a Tic-Tac mint. Everyone involved refused medical treatment, said police.   Woburn Teen Dies, Another in Serious Condition After Accident Dec. 18—A Woburn teen …
These five stories and Police Log entries had people talking on our Facebook page and readers clicking links this week. For complete stories, click the headlines. To follow all Woburn Police news, bookmark our special WPD page.   Emergency Crews Respond to Main Street Fire Dec. 2—Emergency crews responded to a fire at 542 Main Street around 1 p.m. this afternoon.     POLICE LOG: Boy Approached By Stranger While Walking Home Nov. 30—At 6:36 p.m., a Woburn man reported his 11-year-old son was approached by a stranger while walking home from the Shamrock School that afternoon. The man told …
  These five stories and Police Log entries had people talking on our Facebook page and readers clicking links this week. For complete stories, click the headlines. To follow all Woburn Police news, bookmark our special WPD page.   Teen Hospitalized After Stabbing Sunday Night Nov. 12—A 15-year-old Woburn teen was hospitalized with serious injuries suffered in a stabbing late Sunday night. According to police, the teen was stabbed several times on his torso. One puncture wound also collapsed the teen’s lung, said police. For up-to-the minute updates on Woburn Police news and more, follow …
  These five stories and Police Log entries had people talking on our Facebook page and readers clicking links this week. For complete stories, click the headlines. To follow all Woburn Police news, bookmark our special WPD page.   Historic Fire Was 20 Years Ago Today Oct. 31—A gas leak set forth an explosion and blaze that injured several people, including two firefighters, 20 years ago today.   POLICE LOG: Facepainter's Friends Threaten Woburn Family Oct. 26—At 3:21 p.m., a Woburn woman reported someone is fraudulently using her identity while incarcerated in a prison in East Los Angeles. …
  These five stories and Police Log entries had people talking on our Facebook page and readers clicking links this week. For complete stories, click the headlines. To follow all Woburn Police news, bookmark our special WPD page.   POLICE LOG: Cops Tell Teen Mom Makes Rules Oct. 21—At 8:21 p.m., officers responded to a domestic disturbance on Kilby Street. According to police, a mother and daughter argued verbally over discipline. Police spoke to the 17-year-old daughter and informed her that her mother has the right to discipline her. Peace was restored to the residence. For up-to-the minute…
  These five stories and Police Log entries had people talking on our Facebook page and readers clicking links this week. For complete stories, click the headlines. To follow all Woburn Police news, bookmark our special WPD page.   POLICE LOG: Toddler Accuses Teen of Assault Oct. 12—At 3:26 p.m., police were called to the Convenient 38 for a report of an assault. According to police, a woman stated she was in line with her three-year-old son, holding his hand, when the toddler shouted “he punched me, he punched me.” The child told his mother that one of four teenaged boys leaving the store …
  These five stories and Police Log entries had people talking on our Facebook page and readers clicking links this week. For complete stories, click the headlines. To follow all Woburn Police news, bookmark our special WPD page.   POLICE LOG: Unoccupied Car Dents Another Car in Parking Lot Oct. 7—At 10:20 a.m., police responded to an apartment complex, where a resident reported that an unoccupied tan Honda had rolled into his parked vehicle, damaging his car’s front right quarter panel. Forty-five minutes later, he said, the Honda had been moved.  When the man saw the owner of the Honda …

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