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Boston Globe
6 days ago
- Boston Globe
Longmeadow middle school librarian arrested on child pornography charge, federal prosecutors say
In a conversation with an undercover officer, McGinley allegedly said 'he had 'students' who were '11-14 years old' but 'ha[d]n't touched them sexually,'' prosecutors said. In the chat, he made graphic statements about them, prosecutors said. On Aug. 8, investigators seized two iPhones, an Apple Watch, a tablet, and two laptops during a search of McGinley's home and allegedly found more than 100 files of child pornography on his phone, prosecutors said. Authorities are continuing to search the devices. Advertisement Investigators also found a locked case in McGinley's basement that allegedly contained 'assorted children's clothes, a Santa costume, diapers, and apple sauce packets,' prosecutors said. It also held a toolbox with boys' underwear and bedding stuffed inside, prosecutors said. If convicted, McGinley could face five to 20 years in prison and a fine of as much as $250,000, prosecutors said. Advertisement In a letter to families Wednesday, the superintendent of the Longmeadow Public Schools, Martin O'Shea, said the district is cooperating with investigators and is in contact with the state Department of Children and Families. 'Our highest priority is and always will be student safety and well being,' O'Shea said. 'LPS has policies and protocols in place to protect students through student education, staff training, and the use of background checks and mandatory reporting.' O'Shea said the allegations against McGinley were 'highly troubling and disturbing.' He said school counselors, social workers, and administrators will be available to support students and staff. He said the school system has asked the US attorney's office and the FBI to join school officials for an 'in-person and remotely accessible informational meetings.' O'Shea said details on those events are forthcoming. 'Our community has always shown strength in difficult times,' he wrote. 'I have no doubt that we will come together now with the same care and resilience to support one another.' Nick Stoico can be reached at
Yahoo
29-04-2025
- Science
- Yahoo
Longmeadow students to host youth-led fiesta on May 3
LONGMEADOW, Mass. (WWLP) – Students from Longmeadow Public Schools are taking the lead on climate action with the 'Future Planet Fiesta,' a youth-driven sustainability celebration. The event, scheduled for Saturday, May 3, on the Longmadow Green, is organized by students from multiple Longmeadow schools. The event showcases the energy and passion of young leaders dedicated to creating a greener future. The Fiesta is presented in collaboration with First Church, the Longmeadow Energy and Sustainability Committees, and Cooler Communities. Attendees of all ages can look forward to a day packed with activities, including interactive games, eco-themed booths, hands-on workshops, live entertainment, and exciting giveaways. Each activity has been designed and led by local student groups who are committed to promoting sustainability and climate awareness. In addition to the festivities, the event will feature recycling opportunities for the community. Guests are encouraged to bring old calculators, used electronics, and plastic film or proper recycling as part of the Fiesta's mission to reduce waste and protect the environment. The Future Planet Fiesta promises to be an educational and entertaining day for families, students, and community members alike. Organizers invite everyone to come celebrate youth leadership, learn practical ways to support the environment, and help build a more sustainable future. The event is scheduled for Saturday, May 3, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. WWLP-22News, an NBC affiliate, began broadcasting in March 1953 to provide local news, network, syndicated, and local programming to western Massachusetts. Watch the 22News Digital Edition weekdays at 4 p.m. on Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
