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Ridgely Forest residents ask for tighter Halloween patrols; North East Police assign extra officers
Summary
A Ridgely Forest resident raised safety concerns about last year's Halloween at the Sept. 24 town meeting; Police Chief Stephan Yates reported three officers will be assigned from 6–8 p.m., increasing to five officers after 8 p.m.
During the public comment portion of the Town of North East meeting on Sept. 24, 2025, resident Marybeth Appio, speaking on behalf of Ridgely Forest, told the board neighbors are concerned about incidents during Halloween last year and requested more police presence this year.
Police Chief Stephan Yates told the board he has assigned coverage for Halloween: three officers will patrol Ridgely Forest from 6:00–8:00 p.m., and after 8:00 p.m. five officers will be assigned to the area, according to the meeting record. Mayor Kelly Benson said the town would take the request under advisement.
Other community notices: Jennifer Goldbach reminded attendees that the Shipwreck event, sponsored by the North East Chamber, is on Oct. 30 and that town Trick‑or‑Treat will be Oct. 31.
What's next: The town will monitor community safety plans and finalize patrol logistics with Police Department staff.
