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Margaret Oglesby Award is presented to Court Officer for the first time in the award’s seven-year history

11/12/2026 Massachusetts Probation Service

Trial Court Navy veteran is recipient of the Margaret Oglesby Award.

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Probation Deputy Commissioner is honored by Reentry community and national Probation organization with two separate awards

11/10/2026 Massachusetts Probation Service

MPS employee is recognized for her leadership and work in the community.

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Largest class to date graduates from Fall 2026 Probation Academy

11/09/2026 Massachusetts Probation Service

Probation Officer Academy Fall 2026 graduation took place at MTOC on Friday.

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The Massachusetts Probation Service (MPS) is in the Second Chance business

11/06/2026 Massachusetts Probation Service

Read about the innovative, restorative, and community-focused work the state’s Probation Service is doing in communities across the Commonwealth in this week’s Dorchester Reporter.

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Massachusetts Trial Court’s 10th Annual Cultural Appreciation Week Celebration continues with Berkshire Juvenile Art Show

11/04/2026 Massachusetts Probation Service

Berkshire Juvenile Probation Art Exhibit continues CAW 2026 celebration.

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The 7th Annual Trial Court Cares Food Drive kicks off today

11/03/2026 Massachusetts Probation Service

The Trial Court Cares Food Drive enters 7th year.

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Community Justice Support Center Fall Open House Season is in full swing

11/02/2026 Massachusetts Probation Service

A CJSC Fall Open House event is in a community near you.

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Massachusetts Probation Service’s Pretrial Services Division kicks off series of health insurance enrollment fairs today

11/02/2026 Massachusetts Probation Service

Pretrial Services hosts statewide MassHealth enrollment Fairs

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Justice George Lewis Ruffin Society honored 10 Judicial leaders and paid tribute to two well-respected judges

11/02/2026 Massachusetts Probation Service

Judges are recognized for their huge impact in the community and legal profession.

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Hampden Superior Court Probation Officers participate in annual Operation Lights Out Halloween initiative

11/02/2026 Massachusetts Probation Service

Probation Officers spend Halloween night keeping trick or treaters safe.

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Lowell Justice Center Complex employees celebrate 10th Annual Cultural Appreciation Week

10/30/2026 Massachusetts Probation Service

Sharing cultural dishes, poetry, and stories about life’s journeys are highlights of event.

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Malden and Cambridge District court and Probation staff dress in pink to spread awareness about breast cancer

10/29/2026 Massachusetts Probation Service

Two courts band together to observe Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

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Lynn court employees join together for Cultural Appreciation Week luncheon

10/28/2026 Massachusetts Probation Service

A feast of cultural dishes and desserts with a visit from an ice cream truck were among the highlights of Lynn Court’s celebration.

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Edward Brooke Courthouse employees celebrate 10th Annual Cultural Appreciation Week with food, fun, and creativity

10/28/2026 Massachusetts Probation Service

International flags and colorful poster boards featuring culture and heritage are highlights of celebration.

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Massachusetts Probation Service is spotlighted in national organization’s “Meet A Member Monday”

10/28/2026 Massachusetts Probation Service

MPS is acknowledged by premiere organization for Probation and Parole professionals