Week in Review: Arrests, Soap and a 4-H Fair

Another week is in the books, and there were a variety of happenings in Chelmsford over recent days.

Here is a look back at some of the stories that ran on Chelmsford Patch over the last week.

Soap Creator Brings 'Suds and Scrubs' to Chelmsford

In our latest in a video series of Chelmsford Farmers Market vendor spotlights, we featured a local woman who creates and sells handmade soaps.

Chelmsford Police Help Locate Attempted Murder Suspect

Earlier this week, the Lowell Sun provided a report on a Billerica attempted murder suspect who was located and arrested thanks to the assistance of a Chelmsford Police K-9 unit.

Police Make Arrests for Larceny, Assault and Battery

Our first police log entry of the week included a wide variety of arrests. Among them was a North Chelmsford woman accused of larceny greater than $250.

September Fundraiser to Support Marathon Survivor and Rescuer

Boston Marathon bombing survivor, and Chelmsford resident, Jeff Bauman continues his recovery after he lost both of his legs in the tragic April events. In September, his family is running a fundraiser to help pay for his medical bills.

“We want the world to know he is a fighter,” said his aunt Jennifer Maybury. “We’re going to overcome this.”

Youths in Chelmsford and Beyond Set to Flock to Weekend 4-H Fair

In a preview for a weekend event, we caught up with Beth Dubrawski, the president and business manager for the Middlesex County 4-H Fair.

“Our goal is to make sure the kids have a great weekend exhibiting all of their entries, whether it be a plant they’ve grown or a horse they ride,” said Dubrawski. “So the best part is to see all of these kids come to the fair, have fun, and be excited at the prospect of showing off their entries and winning prizes. That’s what the fair is all about.”