Lowellville starting neighborhood watch group

LOWELLVILLE

Even in a village of only 1.44 square miles and slightly more than 1,000 residents, Lowellville’s police force can’t be everywhere at once.

That’s why the department, with Chief Ryan Bonacci at the helm, is starting a neighborhood watch program. Its first meeting will take place at 5 p.m. Aug. 31 at Lowellville City Hall, 140 E. Liberty St. All village residents and business owners, among others, are welcome.

On the agenda for that initial meeting is a discussion of crime trends and community concerns, along with tips for assisting the police department.

“What better way to get involved in the community, and to have the community get a little bit more involved with us?” Bonacci said.

Read more about the watch and how you can get involved in Thursday's Vindicator or on Vindy.com.