Raynham Police Department

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Raynham Police and Fire Departments Temporarily Suspend Non-Emergency Walk-in Services

Police Chief James Donovan and Fire Chief Bryan LaCivita, out of an abundance of caution, announce that the Raynham Police and Fire Departments will temporarily suspend non-emergency walk-in services in response to COVID-19, the illness caused by the novel coronavirus.

The Raynham Police and Fire Departments will continue to respond to all emergencies as normal. However, the departments will be limiting access to the stations to outside visitors for general, walk-in business until further notice.

In an effort to continue practicing social distancing strategies, effective immediately, all citizens are asked to make all non-emergency reports and inquiries to either department by telephone or email, rather than in person.

The Raynham Police Department can be reached at its business line at 508-824-2716 and the Raynham Fire Department can be reached at its business line at 508-824-2713.

Firearm Licensing

In compliance with Governor Baker’s social distancing guidelines, the Raynham Police Department will be altering the firearm licensing process until further notice.

  • All applicants should send in their new or renewal applications via mail to Raynham Police Department, 53 Orchard St., Raynham, MA 02767.
  • Applications must include proof of residency and the $100 license processing fee in the form of a money order or personal check.
  • Applications can be found online here.
  • The in-person portion of the licensing process will be temporarily delayed for new applicants until further notice.
  • For licensees who apply for a renewal prior to the expiration of their license (and who get a receipt acknowledging so), their license will remain valid.
  • For licensees who apply for renewal after the expiration of their license, their license will be deemed valid for a period not to exceed 90 days beyond the expiration date, unless the license is revoked. This provision applies only to License to Carry cards and not Firearm Identification cards.

Safety Measures & Precautions

In addition to limiting public access to the lobby, the Raynham Police and Fire Departments have taken the following actions:

  • Increasing the cleaning and sanitation of common touch points and surfaces
  • Encouraging proper self-care and hygiene including frequently washing hands, ensuring bathrooms are stocked with hand washing materials and making cleaning products and sanitizers available
  • Ensuring all personnel are fit-tested for masks
  • Reviewing Contagious Diseases and Pandemic Planning and Response policies
  • Reviewing the proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
  • Modifying medical response protocol
  • Ensuring the department has ample supplies of PPE for medical responses

These temporary measures will be reviewed on a continuous basis. When changes are necessary, they will be communicated to the public.

For more information, visit the DPH website by clicking here and the CDC’s website by clicking here.

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Raynham Parking Ban in Effect From 11 p.m. Monday to Noon Tuesday

Chief James Donovan would like to notify residents that due to the ongoing snowstorm, a parking ban will be in effect from 11 p.m. Monday to noon Tuesday, Dec. 3. During this time no on street parking will be allowed in Raynham.

In addition, Raynham Town Hall will be opening after a two-hour delay on Tuesday at 10:30 a.m.

Thank you in advance for your cooperation.

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Raynham Police Remind Residents of Upcoming Route 44, Route 24 Road Closures

Closures will be from Friday at 9 p.m. to Sunday at 10 a.m.

RAYNHAM — Chief James Donovan would like to share a message from the Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) regarding the upcoming scheduled closure of Route 44 and Route 24 in Raynham this weekend for a bridge replacement project:

MassDOT’s contractor, SPS New England, will implement a number of traffic management measures to shift all four lanes of Route 44 traffic onto the new bridge. The shift will allow the contractor to demolish the remainder of the existing bridge for Stage 3 of construction.

The work will require daytime and overnight roadway and ramp closures in the vicinity of the Route 44 bridge over Route 24. The work will take place from 9 p.m., Friday, Oct. 18, and be complete by 10 a.m., Sunday, Oct. 20.

The closures and re-openings will occur in phases during this time. Signage and police details will be in place to facilitate the shift. The work to shift traffic will require closures and detours for the following:

  • Route 44 eastbound at the bridge
  • Route 44 eastbound to Route 24 northbound on-ramp
  • Route 24 southbound to Route 44 eastbound off-ramp (note that Route 44 westbound will still be accessible from Exit 13 off-ramp)
  • Route 44 westbound at the bridge
  • Route 44 westbound to Route 24 southbound on-ramp
  • Route 24 northbound to Route 44 westbound off-ramp

Route 44 Eastbound at the Bridge and Route 44 Eastbound to Route 24 Northbound Detour
While Route 44 eastbound at the bridge is closed:

  • Vehicles wishing to continue on Route 44 will be directed to take the on-ramp to Route 24 southbound to Exit 12 and turn right onto Route 140 southbound. Take the on-ramp to Route 24 northbound. Then, continue to Exit 13A for Route 44 eastbound. See the Route 44 Eastbound Closure Detour Map.
  • Vehicles wishing to access Route 24 northbound will be directed to take the on-ramp to Route 24 southbound to Exit 12 and turn right onto Route 140 southbound. Take the on-ramp to Route 24 northbound. See the Route 44 Eastbound Closure Detour Map.

Route 24 Southbound to Route 44 Eastbound Detour
While the ramp is closed, southbound Route 24 vehicular traffic wishing to reach Route 44 eastbound will be detoured using the following route:

Route 44 Westbound at the Bridge and Route 44 Westbound to Route 24 Southbound Detour
While Route 44 westbound at the bridge is closed:

  • Vehicles wishing to continue on Route 44 westbound will be directed to take the on-ramp to Route 24 northbound to Exit 14B to I-495 Westbound. Take the off-ramp to Route 24 southbound. Then, continue to Exit 13 for Route 44 westbound. See the Route 44 Westbound Closure Detour Map.
  • Vehicles wishing to access Route 24 southbound will be directed to take the on-ramp to Route 24 northbound to Exit 14B to I-495 North. Take Exit 7B for Route 24 South. See the Route 44 Westbound Closure Detour Map.

Route 24 Northbound to Route 44 Westbound Detour
While the ramp is closed, northbound Route 24 vehicular traffic heading toward Route 44 westbound will be detoured using the following route:

The schedule for this major infrastructure project is weather dependent and subject to change without notice.

Visit the project website, www.mass.gov/route44over24 for more information.

For project questions or comments, please email route44over24@dot.state.ma.us or contact Dan Fielding, MassDOT Highway Division Legislative Liaison, at 857-368-8959.

 

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Raynham Police Remind Residents of Upcoming Route 44, Route 24 Road Closures

Closures will be from Wednesday at 7 p.m. to Thursday from 5 a.m.

RAYNHAM — Chief James Donovan would like to share a message from the Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) regarding the upcoming scheduled closure of Route 44 and Route 24 in Raynham this week for a bridge replacement project:

MassDOT’s contractor, SPS New England, will implement the following overnight traffic management measures required to place concrete for the new bridge deck above Route 24 northbound and southbound.

The work will take place from 7:00 PM on Wednesday, August 28, to 5:00 AM on Thursday, August 29.

Single lanes will be closed and re-opened as deck placement progresses across the bridge and rolling roadblocks will be implemented throughout the night on Route 24. If weather requires postponement, this work will take place the following night, August 29.

Beginning at 9:00 PM, the closures will include the Route 44 westbound to Route 24 southbound and Route 44 eastbound to Route 24 northbound on-ramps. Detours will be in place during the on-ramp closures and details are below.

Rolling roadblocks will be used to allow the contractor to perform the work. For the rolling roadblocks, State Police will travel at reduced speeds to slow the traffic flow, so the contractor can place the bridge deck above Route 24. Rolling roadblocks will be limited to 20 minutes maximum duration.

The detour routes are listed below, and maps can be viewed at the links:

Route 44 Westbound to Route 24 Southbound Detour Route: While the ramp is closed, westbound Route 44 vehicular traffic wishing to reach Route 24 southbound will be detoured using town roadways. Signage will be in place directing vehicles to use the following route: Continue on Route 44 westbound past the exit. Take a right to travel onto South Street West. Follow South Street West and take a left onto Route 104. Take a left from Route 104 onto Route 44 eastbound. Take a right onto the on-ramp to Route 24 southbound.

Route 44 Eastbound to Route 24 Northbound Detour Route: While the ramp is closed, eastbound Route 44 vehicular traffic wishing to reach Route 24 northbound will be detoured using town roadways. Signage will be in place directing vehicles to use the following route: Continue onto Route 44 eastbound and take a right on Paramount Drive. Continue on Paramount Drive and take a left onto Route 44 westbound. Take the next right onto the on-ramp to Route 24 northbound.

The schedule for this major infrastructure project is weather dependent and subject to change without notice.

Visit the project website, www.mass.gov/route44over24 for more information.

For project questions or comments, please email route44over24@dot.state.ma.us or contact Dan Fielding, MassDOT Highway Division Legislative Liaison, at 857-368-8959.

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Raynham Police Department

James W. Donovan, Chief of Police

53 Orchard St.
Raynham, MA 02767

Business: 508-824-2716

Always Dial 911 in case of Emergency