LACONIA — Laconia Police Officer Michael Dempsey was honored with the Officer of the Year award Thursday evening, while executive assistant Lori Marsh earned the Civilian Employee of the Year honor at the department's annual ceremony.
Chief Matt Canfield commended Dempsey's willingness to cover extra shifts and mentorship of newer officers, and Marsh's essential behind-the-scenes role for the department.
The ceremony was held at the Lakeport Opera House. The following officers received letters of commendation:
- Sgt. Robert Cameron
- Sgt. Michelle Cardinal
- Det. Jonathan Howe
- Det. Kendra Neri
- Patrol Officer Tyler Babineau
- Det. Erik A. Benoit
- Patrol Officer Kira Goodheart
- Patrol Officer John Skehan
- Patrol Officer Michael Cleary
- Patrol Officer Karlyn Brown
- Patrol Officer Maria Zelez
- Dispatcher Timothy Brunelle
The following officer received letters of recognition for long-term service:
- Capt. Allan Graton - 25 years
- Prosecutor James Sawyer - 20 years
- Lt. Chirstopher Noyes - 20 years
- Sgt. Robert Cameron - 20 years
- Det. Daniel Carsen - 15 years
- Det. Eric Adams - 10 years
- Patrol Officer Tyler Rouse - 5 years
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