Crime & Safety

Bear Sightings Just Outside Westford

Tyngsborough Police report that bears have been sighted near the Westford border.

Earlier today, the Tyngsborough Police reported on the town of Tyngsborough Facebook page that three bear sightings were made on Scribner and Groton Road, just north of Long Sought-for Pond in Westford.

The is asking residents to remain inside their homes if they spot bears rather than approach them and call 978-692-2161.

More information on bears in Massachusetts can be found at the Massachusetts Division of Fisheries and Wildlife website.

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