Barrows Congratulates Owen Voelker on Summer Internship

August 26, 2009 - Boston, MA - State Representative Jay Barrows congratulated four legislative interns last week as they finished their internships for the summer. Barrows was happy to have one student from each of the towns he represents including Owen Voelker from Norton.

Owen Voelker and State Representative Jay Barrows

"I was thrilled to see that I had at least one student from each of the towns I represent not only willing to do an unpaid internship but jumping at the chance" said Barrows.

Owen traveled into Boston once a week to get a feel for the legislative process by attending daily seminars and helping Representative Barrows’ office in constituent services and data entry. Barrows said that "he attended daily seminars and was able to hear from speakers such as Governor Deval Patrick, House Minority Leader Brad Jones, former Massachusetts Governor Michael Dukakis, and former Speaker of the House Tom Finneran. He was also able to sit in on a few controversial and highly interesting committee hearings"

"Owen was incredibly helpful in the office and always willing to go the extra mile. I am confident in saying that the Norton community would be proud of his maturity and skills levels." Barrows said.

"Coming into Boston and being exposed to how the legislative process works will surely enrich his future studies, and I trust that this experience will encourage Owen to stay actively involved in politics in the future" said Barrows.

Homeowners See B&E Suspect Flee, Arrest Made

August 21, 2009 - Norton, MA - Norton Police were dispatched today at 10:47am to a possible B&E that had just occurred at a residence on Richardson Ave. Officers were advised that the homeowners returned to find a bathroom window open and they observed a male subject fleeing the area on foot. The suspect was described as a white male, wearing a white t-shirt.

Officers were also advised that a white pick-up truck was parked outside of the residence, possibly belonging to the suspects(s). Ptlm. Cota advised officers that the registration came back to of James Curry, age 30, of 109 Dean Street, Norton.

Officers arrived on scene and began checking the area. Det. Lt. Thomas Petersen and Ptlm. Zaccardi observed a male subject, identified as James Curry walking on foot in the area. Curry matched the description provided by the homeowners, as the person they observed fleeing from the residence. Curry was detained by the officers.

After a brief investigation, Curry admitted to entering the home. Curry claimed his vehicle had broken down and he was attempting to use the telephone.

Curry was advised he was being placed under arrest for B&E daytime and possession of burglarious tools. Curry was transported to the Norton Police Station for booking. Curry was held awaiting arraignment at Attleboro District Court.

The incident remains under investigation by Det. Lt. Thomas Petersen, Det. Stephen Desfosses, Ptlm. Jeffrey Zaccardi and Ptlm. Marc Robichaud.

Road Construction Site Incident Leads to Arrest

August 18, 2009 - Norton, MA - On August 17 at 12:20 pm, Norton Police responded to assist an Attleboro Police Officer who was performing a road construction detail for the Town of Norton. The incident occurred at a Revoli Corporation construction site on South Washington Street. Attleboro Officer Bernard Forrestal reported that a red Pontiac traveling north on South Washington Street sped towards him causing him to jump aside to avoid being struck, refusing to stop at his command, and traveled past him heading towards Plain Street.

Norton Police began searching the area and notified surrounding towns of the description of the vehicle. After an investigation by Norton Police Officers David Ruskey, John Chmielinski, and Bryan Cota, the operator of the vehicle was believed to be Brandon Jordan, age 18, formerly of 1 Kendall Park, Norton. His current address is unknown.

Jordan was charged with Assault by means of a Dangerous Weapon, Failing to Stop for a Police Officer and Operating a Motor Vehicle as to Endanger. 

19 Cars Hit by Rocks on I-495 in Raynham

Barrows Posts Perfect Voting Record
Casts 210 Roll Call Votes This Year

August 11, 2009 - Boston, MA - House Minority Leader Bradley H. Jones, Jr. congratulated State Representative Jay Barrows yesterday for achieving an impressive voting record so far this legislative session.

State Representative F. Jay Barrows

The Mansfield Republican participated in all 210 roll call votes held this year, a 100% voting record, casting votes in favor of a number of reforms relative to pension and ethics while voting against controversial issues such as the sales tax increase.

"Jay is an incredibly committed member of the Massachusetts House of Representatives," said Representative Jones. "He works tirelessly on behalf of his constituents and is a great ally to the people of his district. I am proud to work alongside such a great legislator."

"Perfect attendance as a State Representative during these economic times is nothing less than essential," said Representative Barrows. "Being present for the discussions and votes that affect my constituents is critical, I am proud to have done just that. More importantly, is that the people in Foxborough, Mansfield and Norton, can be assured that I'm always advocating for the needs of the District, both in Boston and in the communities. Fighting for important issues such as increasing local aid, public safety, and lowering taxes continue to be at the top of that list."

Formal sessions are expected to resume after Labor Day.

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