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The Pretrial Services Division Expands MassHealth Enrollment to Courts in Bristol and Suffolk Counties 

9/18/2023 Massachusetts Probation Service

"Through this initiative, behavioral health and standard health care plans have been provided to justice-involved individuals who previously did not have healthcare coverage."

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Brockton Community Justice Support Center Recognition Ceremony kicks off series of events celebrating clients’ successes 

9/14/2023 Massachusetts Probation Service

This is the first of four events that will recognize clients and their life-changing accomplishments

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MPS' Defensive Tactics Team celebrates decades of teaching colleagues how to stay safe on the job 

8/23/2023 Massachusetts Probation Service

Q&A with veteran team member Antoinetta “Tonie” DeAngelis, Greenfield District Court Chief Probation Officer

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MPS Acting Commissioner and Director of Community Corrections Testify Before Legislature in Support of Two Bills 

8/22/2023 Massachusetts Probation Service

The first bill, House Bill 1684, will streamline reforms achieved through the 2018 Criminal Justice Act. The second bill, House Bill 144, concerns the arrest - without a warrant - of individuals on probation and in temporary custody.

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Back to School: New Bedford District Probation Employees Provide Free Haircuts at Local School 

8/16/2023 Massachusetts Probation Service

Ms. Cathcart and Ms. Swift were among a group of licensed cosmetologists and barbers who volunteered their talents and time at a Back-to-School event held at Carney Academy School in New Bedford.

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Norfolk Juvenile Probation Officer II Paul Nwokeji is recognized by the Randolph Police at National Night Out event 

8/03/2023 Massachusetts Probation Service

The Award of Appreciation reflects Nwokeji's commitment to the community and the children and families he serves at Norfolk Juvenile Court.

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In the Courts and Community: Suffolk Superior Probation Officer Maurice Greaves Teaches Fathers How to Nurture Their Children 

7/27/2023 Massachusetts Probation Service

Greaves' work with the Nurturing Fathers Program helps fathers on probation become more attentive and present with their children.

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A Day In the Life of a Suffolk Superior Court Probation Officer: Ellen Winfrey 

7/25/2023 Massachusetts Probation Service

Learn about how Ms. Winfrey serves probationers in the communities of Charlestown, Chelsea, East Boston, Revere, and Winthrop.

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MPS’s Pretrial Unit Helps Provide Access to Justice and Healthcare  

7/24/2023 Massachusetts Probation Service

The Pretrial staff play an integral role in providing access to justice through the eReminder System and enrollment in health insurance.

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In the Courts and Community: Lynn District Court Probation Officer Kelley Montgomery has helped probationers find their way 

7/24/2023 Massachusetts Probation Service

Known for her compassion and empathy, Ms. Montgomery has served on the Recovery Court for more than two decades

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Massachusetts Probation Service Celebrates Pretrial and Probation Supervision Week and Reflects on John Augustus, the "Father of Probation" 

7/19/2023 Massachusetts Probation Service

Read more to learn some little known facts and firsts for MPS

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Massachusetts Probation Service celebrates transformative role and rich history as agency of second chances during National Pretrial and Probation Supervision Month 2023 

7/19/2023 Massachusetts Probation Service

Exemplifying this month's national theme, "Stronger Together," MPS is comprised of units and departments that work cohesively to address the needs of probationers and the justice-involved.

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Pittsfield Community Justice Support Center Recognizes Clients and Their Efforts to Change Their Lives  

7/11/2023 Massachusetts Probation Service

Community Justice Support Centers help people in the criminal legal system by delivering cognitive behavioral treatment for Substance Use Disorder

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Victim Services Statewide Manager Corinn Crowninshield is featured on El Mundo’s El Hora de Café 

6/29/2023 Massachusetts Probation Service

Corinn Crowninshield, Victim Services’ Statewide Manager, was a featured guest on El Mundo’s daily morning online show, El Hora de Café, recently.

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Quincy District Changing Lives Through Literature Program hosts recent graduation 

6/22/2023 Massachusetts Probation Service

The Quincy District Court’s Changing Lives Through Literature (CLTL) Program celebrated the recent graduation of nine participants in the 12-week program on June 15th.