Stoneham Police Department

09/07/2026

09/07/2026

🇺🇸 **Happy Labor Day from the Stoneham Police Department!** 🇺🇸

Today, we recognize and celebrate the hard work, dedication, and contributions of workers throughout our community and across the country.

We hope everyone enjoys a **safe, relaxing, and well-deserved Labor Day** with family and friends.

From all of us at the **Stoneham Police Department**, Happy Labor Day! 💙

**Committed to Community.**

09/04/2026

Stoneham Police Department Charges Lawrence Man in Connection with Elder Financial Scam: STONEHAM — Chief James O’Connor reports that the Stoneham Police Department arrested and charged a Lawrence man after a month-long investigation into a scam that stole $6,800 from an elderly resident. WAGNER BEREGUETE-CASTILLO, AGE 34, of LAWRENCE, was charged with Larceny Over $1,200 by False Pretense. On Aug. 11, at 3:30 p.m., Stoneham Police were […]

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08/31/2026

🚧 ROADWORK & SCHOOL TRAFFIC REMINDER 🚧

With school back in session on Wednesday, we want to remind everyone about some ongoing roadwork and traffic changes around town.

⚠️ SUMMER STREET – SOUTH SCHOOL

Summer Street will be CLOSED during morning arrival and afternoon dismissal to accommodate South School traffic.

Please plan an alternate route and expect increased traffic in the surrounding area during these times.

⚠️ **FRANKLIN STREET – ROADWORK**

Franklin Street will remain **OPEN until 8:30 AM** to allow for morning school traffic.

Roadwork will begin **after 8:30 AM**, and crews will be **off the roadway by 2:15 PM** to accommodate dismissal traffic at Stoneham High School.

🚧 Please remember that construction schedules and traffic patterns can change as work progresses. Motorists should allow extra travel time, follow posted detours, and obey the directions of officers and traffic directors.

🚌 With students back in school, please also be mindful of school buses, pedestrians, cyclists, and new drivers on our roadways. Slow down, stay alert, and give everyone a little extra patience.

Thank you for helping us keep our students, construction crews, and community safe.

🚓 Stoneham Police Department

08/31/2026

First day of School is Wednesday....

The Stoneham Police Department would like to wish all of our students, teachers, staff, and families a happy, safe, and successful first day of school!

As everyone settles back into the school-year routine, please remember to **slow down, stay alert, and use extra caution** around our schools, crosswalks, bus stops, and neighborhoods. 🛑

🚌 **Watch for school buses and flashing lights**
🚸 **Be alert for students crossing the street**
🚗 **Allow extra time during drop-off and pick-up**
📵 **Put the phone down and keep your eyes on the road**
👮 **Please follow the directions of our traffic directors, and officers**

🚘 **And a special reminder to our new student drivers:** Take your time, stay focused, avoid distractions, and remember that getting to school safely is more important than getting there quickly. Give yourself a few extra minutes and start the school year with safe driving habits!

We know the first few days can bring some extra traffic and excitement, so a little patience goes a long way.

To all of our students — whether it’s your very first day of school or your first day of senior year — we hope you have an amazing year! 💙

Have a great first day, Stoneham!

Stoneham Police Department
💙 Committed to Community

08/26/2026

🍕 **A Special Thank You to Stoneham Pizza & the Ferrante Family!** 🍕

A very special thank you goes out to **Stoneham Pizza and the Ferrante family** for hosting an incredible event on Monday in support of **Vince and his Make-A-Wish journey!** 💙⭐

Thanks to the generosity of the Ferrante family and the tremendous support from everyone who came out, **Make-A-Wish will receive a $1,500 donation to help make Vince’s wish come true!**

We are incredibly grateful to ** Stoneham Pizza team** for opening their doors, giving back, and bringing our community together for such a meaningful cause.

Every meal purchased, every person who stopped by, and every show of support helped make this possible.

**It truly takes a village to make a wish come true, and Vince has an amazing village standing behind him!** 🌟

Thank you to **Stoneham Pizza and everyone who came out to support Vince.** Together, you helped turn an ordinary Monday into something truly special. 💙🍕⭐
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08/23/2026

Update:

We wanted to ensure the family had enough time to notify family and friends first.

We can now confirm that the body of Curt Nitzsche was recovered in a wooded area off Haverhill Street.

Although the circumstances surrounding his death continue to be investigated, at this time, they do not appear to be suspicious.

There is no threat to the public.

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🚨 MISSING PERSON – READING, MA 🚨

The Reading Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in locating Curt Nitzsche, a 60-year-old Reading resident.

Curt is described as:
• White male, 60 years old
• 5’11” tall
• Long brown hair
• Hazel eyes
• Known to often wear a hi-vis yellow shirt

His last known location was on Haverhill Street in Reading, MA.

If you have seen Curt or have any information regarding his whereabouts, please contact the Reading Police Department at 781-944-1212.

08/21/2026

A huge THANK YOU to all of the departments and agencies who joined us for Stoneham Police Safety Night! 🚓🚒🚑💙

Your participation, demonstrations, and time helped make the night such a great experience for our community. We truly appreciate everyone who came out to share what you do, connect with residents, and help make Safety Night a success.

We couldn’t have done it without you!

Thank you for helping us bring our community together for a fun and memorable night!

Committed to Community. 💙