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Montague selects new CodeRED software

Montague selects new CodeRED software

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MONTAGUE, MA (FRANKLIN COUNTY NOW) — The town of Montague has selected a new CodeRED system after the previous one fell due to a data breach.

The town has contracted Rave Mobile Safety, which will allow for a quick startup time – the program should be up and running for residents to sign up within the next month and features a simple onboarding process for residents.

The CodeRED system alerts residents of emergency situations and announcements from the town, such as winter weather that may impact parking.

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