National Night Out

On Tuesday night, I had the pleasure of attending Amesbury's 19th annual National Night Out hosted by the Amesbury Police Department and the Amesbury Public Library.

At an event which promotes community policing, it seemed like the perfect opportunity to honor Amesbury Police Officer Tom Hanshaw for his tireless efforts to strengthen the relationship between our residents and our Police Department. Officer Hanshaw is a shining example of what it means for a police department to become one with the community which it serves. Amesbury is lucky to have such a dedicated police force.

Here are some photos from the event. Thank you to the APD, the APL, and all those who contributed to this year's National Night Out. It was a great time!

Ken




Mayor Gray presenting Officer Hanshaw with a proclamation recognizing his dedication
to the community. (Left to right: Officer Tom Hanshaw, Mayor Ken Gray, Amesbury Police Chief Kevin Ouellet)

 

Members of the Amesbury Police Department look on as Officer Hanshaw is recognized by Mayor Gray.
(Left to right: APD Chief Kevin Ouellet, Lt. William Scholtz, Lt. Jeffrey Worthen)

 

Chief Ouellet speaking about Officer Hanshaw's contributions to the APD and to the community.

Larry Frost interviewing Officer Hanshaw for the Our Town Show on Amesbury Community Television.

(Left to right: Mayor Ken Gray, City Councilor Anne Ferguson, Christine Green)

AFD Firefighter/Paramedic Blake Lemke waves down to the crowd
from approximately 100 feet above.