Dedham's Month in Review: School Gets Substance Abuse Grant, Selectman Arrested, Top Ranked Town

It’s time to take a look back at the month that was in Dedham as June comes to a close.

Here’s a look at that the top stories that made headlines in the area:

Dedham Police Receive Grant to Fund Substance Abuse Program

The Dedham Police Department received a grant to fund an informative substance abuse program at the town’s middle school next year. The program is a highly effective, evidence-based substance abuse and violence prevention program that teaches drug refusal skills and it also promotes anti-drug norms.

Read More: Patch.com

Dedham Selectman Arrested Amid Spectra Pipeline Protests

Dedham Board of Selectman chairman Mike Butler was arrested at a gathering to protest the construction of Spectra Energy’s natural gas pipeline. Residents and town officials are opposed to the constriction. They feel it will present health and safety issues throughout the community.

Read More: Patch.com

Dedham Ranks Among Top Places to Raise Family in Massachusetts

Dedham was ranked as one of the best places in the Bay State to raise a family. A survey conducted by Niche based rankings on age demographics, school ratings, crime rates, affordable housing, child care, libraries, and grocery stores, among other factors.

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