Crime & Safety

MA State Police Wives Tie Blue Ribbons in Grafton

Support for law enforcement hit Grafton over the weekend with the blue ribbon campaign.

GRAFTON, MA—The blue ribbon campaign spread to Grafton over the weekend when members of the Massachusetts State Police Wives a families brought ribbons to Grafton Common.

MSP Wives are placing blue ribbons in communities around the state to show support and appreciation for police officers.

The blue ribbon campaign has not been without resistance and controversy. Recently, the board in Royalston voted to have the ribbons removed after residents complained.

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Other towns recently adorned in blue ribbons include Charlton, Georgetown and Gill.

Photo: MA State Police Trooper Timothy Harris and his wife Amanda stand near one of the trees decorated with a blue ribbon at the Common. Showing appreciation for their efforts are Grafton Officers John Ropiak, Robert Collette and Michael Rybak. Credit: Grafton Police

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