2026 Fall Public Safety Festival!
Come out to Look Park in Northampton MA on October 2nd, 2026, from 4p-8p to see the 75+ Public Safety Agencies Demonstrations, Food Trucks, and more!
Come out to Look Park in Northampton MA on October 2nd, 2026! This event runs from 4p-8p.
There will be over 75+ Public Safety Agencies varying from Local or Municipal, State, and Federal Levels! There will be Safety Demonstrations, Food Trucks, Music, and more!
This event previously was held at the Franklin County Fair Grounds in Greenfield, Massachusetts and we had a great time!
We look Forward to what this year holds!
Posted: to Police Department News on Mon, Sep 28, 2026
Updated: Mon, Sep 28, 2026
Updated Firearms Safety Training Requirements
Effective April 2, 2026, Massachusetts has updated the safety training requirements for all new firearms licenses.
As of April 2, 2026, Massachusetts has officially implemented updated firearms safety training requirements for all individuals applying for a new firearms license. These changes are part of the state's broader effort to modernize its gun laws under Chapter 135 (An Act Modernizing Firearm Laws)
Key Changes Effective April 2, 2026
- Mandatory Updated Curriculum: All Basic Firearms Safety (BFS) courses must now include specific instruction on suicide prevention, de-escalation techniques, and the use of force.
- Live-Fire Requirement: The law now mandates a live-fire component to obtain a safety certificate. However, as of early April 2026, state authorities are still finalizing the formal regulations for this portion, meaning it may not be fully enforced until those standards are released.
- Removal of Exemptions:
- Military personnel are no longer exempt from taking the basic firearms safety course.
- Hunter safety certificates are no longer accepted as a substitute for the BFS course when applying for a License to Carry (LTC).
Who is Affected?
- New Applicants: Anyone applying for their first Firearms Identification Card (FID) or LTC after April 2, 2026, must complete the new multi-day training format.
- Post-August 2024 Licensees: If you received your license after August 1, 2024, but before April 2, 2026, you are required to complete this updated training before your next renewal.
- Grandfathered Status: If you obtained your LTC prior to August 1, 2024, you are generally not required to complete the updated training for your renewal.
Posted: to Police Department News on Mon, Apr 6, 2026
Updated: Mon, Apr 6, 2026
Monthly Police Logs Now Available Online
Residents can view the most recent logs on the Police Departments webpage.
Residents can view the Town’s monthly Police Department activity log on the official town website. The log provides a summary of police calls and incidents and is published regularly to promote transparency and keep the community informed.
The police log can be found by visiting www.colrain-ma.gov and navigating to the Police Department page, where it is posted under Police Logs.
Residents with questions about the log or public safety matters are encouraged to contact the Police Department at policechief@colrain-ma.gov or 413-625-8200 (non-emergency).
Posted: to Police Department News on Mon, Feb 2, 2026
Updated: Tue, Feb 3, 2026
The Police Department is hiring!
The Colrain Police Department seeks qualified candidates to fill positions for part-time police officers.
Police Officers - Part-Time
The Town of Colrain Police Department is seeking qualified candidates to fill positions for part-time police officers.
Candidate Minimum Qualifications: high school diploma, at least 21 years of age, possess a valid Massachusetts Driver's License and a valid Massachusetts License to Carry or the ability to possess one. Applicants MUST also have graduated from the M.P.T.C. Full-Time Academy or Bridge Academy with ability to be P.O.S.T. certified for a part-time position. Candidates will be expected to pass a background check, including CORI, and have an acceptable driving record. Current starting hourly pay for part-time officers is $25.94.
Application can be found at www.colrain-ma.gov under Employment Opportunities and must be submitted, along with a resume and cover letter expressing interest. Please drop off or mail materials to the Select Board office at 55 Main Road, Colrain, MA 01340 or via email to: bos@colrain-ma.gov Posting will be active until position is filled.
The Town of Colrain is an equal opportunity employer (EEO).
Posted: to Police Department News on Thu, Oct 30, 2025
Updated: Tue, Feb 3, 2026