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Chief Probation Officer John Turner receives John Augustus Leadership Award 

5/22/2025 Massachusetts Probation Service

John Turner is acknowledged for his leadership skills at spring conference.

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The Edgartown District Recovery Court will host its inaugural graduation ceremony 

5/13/2025 Massachusetts Probation Service

Four probationers will celebrate their success at inaugural Recovery Court graduation.

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Fall River District Court Probation Officer II Erinn Lanczycki Is honored at Women’s Recovery Court Session 

5/13/2025 Massachusetts Probation Service

Erinn Lanczycki, Fall River District Court Probation Officer II, was one of three women presented with the Benjamin C. Barnes-Women’s Recovery Court Session Award.

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MPS Pretrial Services and Records Unit Engage with Community at Mothers for Justice and Equality Event 

5/12/2025 Massachusetts Probation Service

Community engagement is a key priority for the Massachusetts Probation Service. Representatives from MPS’ Pretrial Services and Records Units shared important information with members of the community.

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Women’s Recovery Court Session Inspires and Empowers Attendees in Journey to Sobriety 

5/08/2025 Massachusetts Probation Service

The Massachusetts Trial Court, District Court, and the Massachusetts Probation Service and community partners are hosting the 2025 Women’s Recovery Court Session now

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VSU Statewide Manager is recognized as an “Advocate of the Year” at a Statehouse Ceremony Today 

5/05/2025 Massachusetts Probation Service

Corinn Crowninshield was among honorees from across the state who were recognized for their work with victims and survivors.

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Bristol Superior Probation Officers engage with students at Dartmouth High Career Day 

4/30/2025 Massachusetts Probation Service

Bristol Superior Court Probation Officers return to Alma Mater for Career Day, an event where they were first learned about a profession in Probation and the courts.

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Essex Juvenile Chief Recognized at Law Day for Four Decades of Service to Local Children and Families 

4/30/2025 Massachusetts Probation Service

Colleen O'Donnell is honored for her impactful work with North Shore children and families.

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Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly features Massachusetts Trial Court’s Women’s History Month Event 

4/29/2025 Massachusetts Probation Service

The Massachusetts Trial Court’s 5th Annual Women’s History Month Celebration & Conference was featured in Friday’s Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly

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Happy Administrative Professionals Day MPS! 

4/23/2025 Massachusetts Probation Service

Dear MPS Administrative Support Staff,

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Probation's Victim Services Unit is collecting comfort items for victims of crime during April, Victim Rights Month 

4/22/2025 Massachusetts Probation Service

April is Victim Rights Month and the Massachusetts Probation Service is hosting a drive for victims and survivors of crime

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The Suffolk Community Justice Support Center celebrates client’s milestones at Recognition Ceremony during April: Second Chance Month 

4/16/2025 Massachusetts Probation Service

April is Second Chance Month and the Suffolk Community Justice Support Center is celebrating the achievements and milestones of 18 probationers and court-involved individuals at a Recognition Ceremony now at the center’s 78 Amory Street site in Boston.

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Marlboro District Probation Engages with Community at Adaptive Water Safety Day for Children with Autism and Other Special Needs 

4/14/2025 Massachusetts Probation Service

Marlboro District Probation provides a helping hand and refreshments for adaptive swimming event designed for children with disabilities

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Court-Involved Assist with Ecological and "Cultural-Rebuilding" Beach Project on Martha's Vineyard This Weekend 

4/14/2025 Massachusetts Probation Service

Community Service crew lends a hand in dune stabilization project.

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5th Annual Massachusetts Trial Court Women's History Month Celebration and Conference Featured in the News 

4/10/2025 Massachusetts Probation Service

The Bay State Banner highlights the Celebration and Conference in “Banner Around Town.”