Injured Deer Rescued From Long Pond In Sturbridge

Just after 11AM on Thursday, January 17th, first responders in Sturbridge were called to Long Pond for reports of a deer trapped on the ice. With assistance from Sturbridge Animal Control, the rescue teams were able to bring the injured doe back to land after wandering about 800 feet on to the ice. With the…

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Ice Safety For Massachusetts Lakes And Ponds

With the colder temperatures hitting the area, the Massachusetts Environmental Police have issued a warning encouraging outdoor enthusiasts to use extreme caution when engaging in activities on or around cold waters and ice. Fluctuating temperatures and flowing waters degrade ice conditions.  When venturing onto ice, it should always be considered as potentially dangerous. It is…

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