Mahwah Police Department’s K9 Rino will receive a bullet and stab protective vest thanks to a charitable donation from the non-profit organization Vested Interest in K9s, Inc.
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The Mahwah Police Department is honored to support Mental Health Awareness Month along with the Bergen County Juvenile Officers Association which spearheaded an initiative with multiple agencies, including the Bergen County Police Chiefs Association, the Bergen County Prevention Coalition, and Alumni in Recovery. That initiative, a PSA video entitled "BREATHE", is available to you now.
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The Mahwah Police Department is proud to announce the implementation of a new program to help people with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) during a traffic stop. The goal of this program is to avoid any misunderstandings between our Officers and drivers with ASD.
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THANK YOU PARENTS! Registration is now CLOSED for the Junior Police Academy for 2024. This annual two-week program will consist of Mahwah Police instruction, physical training, presentations, hands-on activities, field trips, and FUN!
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All donations will be utilized to aid in funding for the Mahwah Police Department Junior Police Academy, L.E.A.D program, and other community outreach events or programs partnered with the Mahwah Municipal Alliance.
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The Junior Police Academy is back to 2 weeks for 2024. Save the dates now and watch for more details to be announced.
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The Mahwah Police Department is pleased to announce our new officer: K-9 Rino. He is an eleven-month-old German Shepherd excited to begin his work serving and protecting our residents. He and his partner, K-9 Officer Sean Hayes will begin their training in Narcotic Detection next week. We wish our K-9 Unit nothing but success as they get to work forming that bond between dog and handler.
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Orange and Rockland Utilities today advised its customers that New York State has adopted a new consumer protection law designed to help shield NYS consumers from potential gift card scams.
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Beginning in February of 2023, the Mahwah Police Department will begin training and equipping all of our Police Officers with body worn cameras in compliance with NJ Attorney General’s Directive 2021-5. The body worn cameras will…
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On June 22nd, 2022, the Mahwah Police Department honored and recognized several Officers and Dispatchers for their heroic actions from 2019-2021. The Mahwah Police Department’s Awards Committee approved…
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Law enforcement officials from the Township of Mahwah will be cracking down on drivers impaired by alcohol or drugs as part of the annual end of summer “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” statewide campaign. Beginning August 20 and continuing through September 6, 2021.
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The Sexual Assault Victim’s Bill of Rights was enacted in 2019 to outline basic protections and fundamental rights for survivors. As a survivor of sexual violence, the time immediately following an assault can seem confusing and overwhelming. Next steps in the aftermath of an assault should be led by the survivor.
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Governor Murphy Signs Laws to Legalize Marijuana Use & Decriminalize Possession. Do you have questions about these new statutes? Please click and read the bills yourself which we provide within this page.
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Several New Jersey jurisdictions are investigating incidents where elderly couples/individuals are being targeted and contacted by someone claiming to be either a lawyer or that victims family member.
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COVID-19, coronavirus and related words/topics are being used by cybercriminals as a theme for phishing attempts. Also, the emails will be branded and formatted in such a way to…
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If you ever got behind the wheel while feeling sleepy, you should know that you are not alone. Unfortunately, drowsy driving is a major problem in the US, and studies show that around 60% of people did it at least once, and approximately one-third of people have fallen asleep at the wheel. Driving while feeling tired or drowsy may seem…
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There is a an ongoing scam happening right now, where people pretend to be from the Social Security Administration (SSA) and try to get your Social Security number or your money. Read on to learn how to protect yourself.
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Officer Thomas Mitchell, Assistant Chief Cord Meyers and Assistant Chief Tom Loreto recognized by the Mahwah Mayor and Council for rescuing an unconscious party from a burning condo and being presented with Life Saving Awards.
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The Department has re-instituted the Awards program, which had been dormant for over three years. Based on collaborative efforts and feedback, a system and a subsequent committee was created which reviewed years 2016, 2017 and 2018 submissions and actions which identified numerous officers worthy of…
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This drop box allows consumers to dispose of unused and expired medications anonymously, seven days a week, 365 days a year, at the “prescription drug drop box" located within the headquarters of Mahwah Police Department.
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