Derry Police held a recognition ceremony on January 3, 2020, The ceremony included the swearing in of five new officers, promotions, and recognizing recently retired officers.

Chief of Police Edward Garone gave the oath to three promoted members of Derry Police. Promotions included Lt Shawn O’Donahue, Sgt Jared Knox, and Sgt Patrick Dawson. All the newly promoted officers were pinned with their new badges by family members during the ceremony.

Five new Derry Police officers were sworn in to begin serving the town of Derry. The new officers included Officer Melissa Houde, Officer Thomas Lyons, Officer Casey Noyes, Officer Brendan Holden, and Officer Kristina Banahan.

Chief Garone also recognized the multiple years of service for recently retired members of Derry Police. They included Lt Daniel Beattie, and Officer Jeff Pike.

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