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Police chief finalists stress community policing, recruitment and fiscal prudence
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Three finalists for Hanlon police chief told the Select Board they would emphasize community policing, officer wellness and pragmatic budgeting while seeking to rebuild staffing and update equipment.
HANLON, Oct. 2, 2025 — Candidates for Hanlon police chief told the Select Board on Thursday that community engagement, recruitment and careful budget management should guide the department’s next leader.
“Protect and serve means, just that. Protect the community, serve the community in any capacity we can,” Sergeant Tom (candidate) told the board when asked how community policing supports that mission. Captain Carl Mazafaro of the Longmeadow Police Department and Detective Sergeant Daniel Bruno of the East Longmeadow Police Department gave similar answers, describing community policing as…
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