The Dedham Police Department has provided safety tips for residents in town to keep in mind when traveling this summer:

• Notify your local police department. Leave a contact number in case of emergency.
• Stop newspaper and mail delivery or arrange for a neighbor or friend to pick them up for you. Don’t let the mail or newspapers pile up.
• Arrange for lawn service.
• Arrange for pet care.
• Check your alarm system and notify the companies that monitor your fire and burglar alarms.
• Cut shrubs below window level and trim trees away from your house.
• Purchase light timers or leave a few lights on in your home .
• Lock all doors and windows.
• Leave a key, itinerary, alarm code and phone number with a trustworthy neighbor.