Officer for the last 25 years.
Recently, Doug selflessly provided the gift of life to friend and fellow Hanson Police Officer Jonathan Frattasio by donating one of his kidneys for a transplant to save Jonathan’s life.
story provided the inspiration for the film “Goon”, which was also Doug’s well-earned hockey nickname.
After his playing career ended, Doug worked as a coach in the Bruins organization, was an assistant coach for Hanover High hockey for 20 years, and has been a Hanson Police
author who co-wrote the book, “Goon: The True Story of an Unlikely Journey into Minor League Hockey” which chronicled his improbable 10 year journey as an enforcer in minor league hockey. Known for his aggressive style of play and fighting skills on the ice, his experiences and
Breaking News!!!
Weymouth Fire and Police are very excited to announce that we will be joined by “The Goon”, Doug Smith! Doug will be on hand to do the ceremonial puck drop and meet the fans!
Doug Smith is a former professional hockey player, current Hanson Police Officer, and
September 27, 1974: Lt. Joseph Costantino and the crew of Engine 5 responded to a building fire at Kramer’s Hayloft on Union Street. He became trapped in the building and was rushed to Mass General Hospital were he succumbed to his injuries a month later.
Happy 48th birthday, Weingarten!
February 19th, 1975 NLRB v. J. Weingarten Inc.
The SJC case establishing that workers have a right to request the presence of their union representation if they believe they are to be disciplined for a workplace infraction. @IAFFofficial
Hundreds of firefighter union leaders from MA are in Las Vegas this week for the @IAFFofficial Affiliate Leadership Training Summit. This year at IAFF ALTS the focus is on cancer causing chemicals known as PFAS in firefighter turnout gear.
Well a 4-3 loss was not how we drew it up in practice, but we’d like to thank our Brothers in Blue for lacing them up with us to support a great cause!! Thanks to all the players, fans and sponsors for supporting the Halpenny Family Fund!!
Death Notification - PFFM President Emeritus Robert B. McCarthy, Watertown Local 1347
Pictured - President McCarthy with Governor Dukakis at the July 5th, 1990 signing of the Cancer Presumption Bill in Lawrence.
Please keep the McCarthy Family in your thoughts and prayers.