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In recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Massachusetts Probation Service (MPS) departments from across the state participate in "Wear Pink Friday."
10/21/2024
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Media Contact   for Probation Participates in Wear Pink Friday

Coria Holland, Communications Director

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Call Coria Holland, Communications Director at (617) 624-9319, CP: (617) 429-5629

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Email Coria Holland, Communications Director at coria.holland@jud.state.ma.us

The idea for “Wear Pink Fridays” originated from Brockton District Court Probation.

Worcester Superior Court Probation

A large group of people pose for a picture.
From left to right: ACPO Geraldo Alicea, PO Maura Tatro, APO Magdalena Estremera Goodwin, Probation Case Coordinator Susan Couture, Probation Case Specialist Tiffany Leo, PO Luis Aviles, PO Katherine Diaz, PO Carlos Villamarin, Probation Office Manager Diane Brown, ACPO Miluzka Munoz-Noriega, PO Gina Ryan, PO Meridith Yacoub, PO Joseph Bonilla, PO Marie Mercurio, PO Lisa Martin, CPO Raymond Loughlin Jr., PO Joseph Del Negro, APO Christopher Macedo, and ACPO Anthony Gigliotti.

On Friday, October 18, 2024, the Worcester Superior Court Probation Department participated in a “pink out” to show support for breast cancer awareness.

“By wearing pink and/or displaying a pink ribbon, we honor the countless survivors and fighters of breast cancer many of which are co-workers and family members, as well as those healthcare professionals and researchers working tirelessly to end breast cancer.” said Chief Probation Officer Ray Loughlin Jr.

BMC West Roxbury (10/18/24)

A group of people wearing pink and holding Breast Cancer Awareness posters pose for a picture
From left to right (back row): Neil Clark, Donna Cheevers, Shanice Brown, Ann Khan, Jennifer Smyth, Marie Monk-Smith, Andre Sfeir, Sergio Barbosa, and Janelle Rodriguez. From left to right (front row): Jennifer Hartigan and David Shea.

The BMC West Roxbury participates in the Breast Cancer Awareness month by wearing pink. We want to bring awareness and show support for the cause.

Southern Berkshire Probation

A group of people wearing various amounts of pink pose for a picture.
From left to right: Cliff Flynn, Lisa Balestro, Deb Cook and Bill Moncy. Photo Taken by Clerk Magistrate Tom Bartini (Photo submitted by Cliff Flynn)

Wrentham District Court Probation

Wrentham Probation crew supports a great cause! The Wrentham District Probation staff, posing in pink, is helping to spread the word about Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

Seven female employees wearing pink.
From left to right: Case Specialist Nichole Hayes, Probation Case Specialist Hailey Dinis, Associate Probation Officer Linda Cusson, Probation Case Coordinator Donna Lacasse, Probation Case Specialist Katie Faiella, and Probation Officer Valerie Morani. Center: Probation Officer Colleen Hannon.

Brockton District Court Probation

A large group of people wearing pink pose for a picture.

The Brockton District Court Probation staff gathered together on Wednesday, October 9, to capture the group in pink in recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month and to show support for one of their colleagues.

Staff decorated the entire office in pink which featured large pink paper flowers as well as varying shades of solid and patterned pink paper on cabinets. A pink ribbon sticker, the symbol for Breast Cancer Awareness, was placed next to employees’ name plates on their office doors. Pink ribbon streamers also hung from the ceiling.

"We wanted to demonstrate our support to our colleague and let her know how much we care," said Michael Branch, Brockton District Court Chief Probation Officer.

Probation Commissioner Pamerson Ifill visited the office yesterday to show his and the Executive Leadership Team’s support.

“We all know someone who has been impacted by Cancer. It is important that we come together to support and encourage our colleagues, family, and friends who are experiencing this and help bring attention to Breast Cancer Awareness,” said Commissioner Ifill.

It was Brockton District Court Probation that conceived of the Massachusetts Probation Services' "Wear Pink Fridays" to help spread awareness during October, National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. As part of this campaign, MPS employees dress in pink every Friday during the month of October. To add an element of fun, "the best courts" are chosen each week.

Plymouth Probate Probation (10/15/24)

A group of people wearing pink pose in front of an office reception area.
From left to right: ACPO David Decosta, PCC Monica Maben, Case Specialist Raquel Hasomeris, Child Support Processing Clerk Eboney Boswell, Case Specialist Lisa Tomlinson, Case Specialist Suzanne Cesarini, Session Clerk Kayley Coyne, Case Coordinator Katelyn Sleep, Child Support Processing Clerk Lindsey Kreger, and Session Clerk Jesse Morris.

Westfield District Probation (10.11.24)

A group of coworkers wearing pink pose for a picture
From left to right, PO Neal Burke, POM Valerie O’Connor, CPO Laura Dion, PCS Nina Iglesias, and PO Mark Bruno

Westfield District Court is helping to spread attention about Breast Cancer Awareness Month by participating in MPS’ Wear Pink Fridays.

Pittsfield District Court Probation

A group of people wearing pink pose for a picture
From left to right (back row): Marc Carnevale, Holly Adams, Jason Pilot, John Lander, Angela Hayes, Maria Martin-Arenas, and Emma Lacey, Front row: Angelique Marsh. Not pictured Jeremy Brazeau. (Photo submitted by Angela Hayes)

As part of Massachusetts Probation Services "Wear Pink Friday's" event, in support of Breast Cancer awareness month, Pittsfield District Court Probation staff wore pink on October 4th, 2024.

Berkshire Probate and Family Court Probation

A group of people and a dog wearing pink pose for a picture.
Staff pictured: Vicki Ludena, Sheryl Duval, Megan Tesoniero, Lisa McCormack, Kimberly Corlew-Draper, Ronald Leja, Samantha Haines, Wendy Dumas, Ashley Errichetto, Gionna Nourse, Lynn Penna, Ruthie, and Amy Koenig. Judge Dana Doyle is holding the treats to ensure Ruthie looks at the camera.

Worcester County Juvenile Probation Department

A group of fifteen women in pink and black clothing, with some seated and others standing, in front of a whiteboard.
Chief Probation Officer Kimberly Lawrence, APO Philomina Quaye, PO Stacey Pignataro, PO Kelly Sporer, POS Christina Sanchez, Case Specialist Gail England, PO Darlene Charleston, ACPO Fiona Bycroft-Ryder, APO Michaela Wakefield, Case Specialist Courtney Goodell, Case Specialist Jennifer Holstrom, APO Margarita Santiago (Photo submitted by Christina Sanchez)

Never give up and always have hope! Worcester County Juvenile Probation wears PINK in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

BMC West Roxbury Probation and Clerk's Office

Group of people on steps of a columned building, wearing pink, with signs reading "FAITH HOPE."
Back row L-R: Claudia Goncalves Probation Office Manager, Andre Sfeir Case Specialist, Jennifer Smyth Assistant Clerk Magistrate, David Shea Assistant Clerk Magistrate, Tuyet Le Probation Officer, Donna Cheevers Head Account Clerk, Marie Monk-Smith Assistant Clerk Magistrate, Shanice Brown Probation Case Coordinator, Sergio Barbosa Case Specialist, Neil Clark Case Specialist Front row L-R: Maura Graham APO, Jennifer Hartigan Assistant Clerk Magistrate, Janelle Rodriguez Operations Supervisor, Ann Khan Office Manager (Photo submitted by Janelle Rodriguez)

Employees from Probation and Clerk's Office at BMC West Roxbury wore pink and decorated their departments today in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

Plymouth District Court Probation Department

Group of thirteen people in an office dressed in pink
Plymouth District Probation celebrates Wear Pink Friday and colleague’s great news.

Plymouth District Court Probation is celebrating their colleague, Sandra O'Brien, Case Coordinator. In November, Ms. O’Brien will celebrate one year CANCER FREE!

Thank you Brockton District Court Probation for introducing the idea of Wear Pink Fridays!!!

Westfield District Court Probation Department

A group of eight people in business attire featuring the color pink standing in a courtroom.
From left to right: Christopher Medina (Associate Probation Officer), Mark Bruno (Probation Officer II) Neal Burke (Probation Officer II), Toland Gladden (Probation Officer II), Amber Hoxsie (Probation Case Specialist), Valerie O'Connor (Probation Office Manager), Nina Iglesias (Probation Case Specialist), Laura Dion (Chief Probation Officer). Also missing from photo: John Hoar (Assistant Chief Probation Officer)

The Westfield Probation Department showed up in pink today!

Probation is participating in “Wear Pink Fridays” to help spread awareness about Breast Cancer. October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and all Massachusetts Probation Service employees are invited to wear something pink every Friday in October, beginning today, October 4th, for “Wear Pink Fridays.”

Let’s help bring awareness and support to those who have experienced it personally or have friends or family members that have.

To add an element of fun to Wear Pink Fridays, prizes will be awarded to the “best dressed courts,” Probation and court staff who coordinate pink clothing, each week. Thank you Brockton District Court Probation for introducing the idea of Wear Pink Fridays!!!

MPS, please remember to wear something pink, share pictures of yourself, and let’s support our colleagues, clients, courts, and the community!

Plymouth County Juvenile Probation Department

A group, all wearing pink, poses for a picture. 
Back Row: Michael Gilraine, Osvaldo DosReis, William Petrucci, Theresa Harris, James Quinn, Nicole Amado-Lopes, Erin Wood, Bonnie Vonasek, Chrysta Bittle, and Matthew Fazzina. Middle Row: Carolyn Gomes, Karyn Anderson, Stephanie Duff, Judge Thomasina Johnson, Deirdra Borges, Kelly Flaven, Christine Pagan, Nicole Donovan, Margaret Cogavin, Kathleen Baptiste, and George Roper. Front Row: Joseph Abber, Sabrina Sampaio, and Diana Almeida. (Photo submitted by Kelly Flaven)

The Plymouth County Juvenile Probation Department, Judges Lobby and Clerks Office kicked off the start to Breast Cancer Awareness Month by wearing pink to show support and awareness to those affected. A buffet breakfast was held with brief remarks made by supervisory staff. Pink Fridays will continue at the court throughout October.

Plymouth County Probate Probation Department

Four people in an office with pink ribbons and decorations for breast cancer awareness. Pink pumpkins on a desk in front.
ACPO David Decosta, PO Brooke Doyon, PCS Heather Reilly, and POM Renee Ceglie. (Photo submitted by Laurie Plante)

The Plymouth County Probate Probation Department (Plymouth location) showing their support for breast cancer awareness month by wearing pink.

Media Contact   for Probation Participates in Wear Pink Friday

Phone

Call Coria Holland, Communications Director at (617) 624-9319, CP: (617) 429-5629

Online

Email Coria Holland, Communications Director at coria.holland@jud.state.ma.us

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