You can now complete your Mooring Permit application online!
The Boston Police Harbor Unit, led by Harbormaster Joseph Cheevers, patrols the harbor daily to ensure that both commercial and recreational use of the harbor and its islands is safe. The unit also enforces maritime codes and environmental regulations as they apply to these waters. The unit consists of members of the Boston Police who are also avid boaters. Officers assigned to the Harbor Unit are responsible for assisting various state and federal law enforcement agencies and regulatory authorities in the performance of their duties with the Harbor and are relied upon to provide emergency mutual aid to our neighboring towns. The Dive Team also has the responsibility for performing maritime search and rescue missions and is capable of specialized underwater search, rescue, and recovery operations.
The Harbor Islands are one of Boston's most hidden treasures and offer not only a picturesque view from afar, but many activities, events, and recreation for all ages. The City of Boston and the Boston Harbor Patrol hope this site will encourage both residents and visitors to discover Boston, both on and off shore.
The Boston Harbor Islands NRA includes 30 islands, ranging from less than one to over two hundred acres. There is a frequent ferry and water taxi service to some of the islands. Private boaters can anchor around any of the islands.
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Visit www.BostonIslands.com for more information on the Boston Harbor Islands National Park Area.
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Mayor Menino Opens New BPD Harbor Patrol Unit
Mayor Thomas Menino cuts the ribbon for the new Boston Police Harbor Patrol Unit located at 9 Terminal Street South Boston along with Police Commissioner Ed Davis, City Councillor Bill Linehan, Supt. in Chief Daniel Linskey and other police officials.
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Find Information On Sex Offenders
A sex offender is any person who resides, works or attends an institution of higher learning in the Commonwealth and who has been convicted of a sex offense,
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BPD Targets Violent Predators
Police Commissioner Davis discusses violence reduction efforts in the city.
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Police Promotions 2010
Promotion and Rating ceremony held at the Boys & Girls Club in Mattapan for Boston police officers.
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National Night Out 2010
Mayor Menino joins the Boston Police Department in celebrating the 27th annual National Night Out.
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Operation Hoodsie Cup
Boston Police will be handing out free Hoodsie Cups in Boston neighborhoods, forging a bond with the city's youth.
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New Boston Police Harbor Patrol Unit Opening
Mayor Menino and Commissioner Ed Davis help open the new Boston Police Harbor Patrol Unit.
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