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The Washington Township Police Department successfully held its second class of Safety Township 2023! This program is modeled after “Safety Town”, which is a safety education program designed to teach areas of traffic safety and [...]

The Washington Township Police Department successfully held its first class of Safety Township 2023! This program is modeled after “Safety Town”, which is a safety education program designed to teach areas of traffic safety and [...]

On behalf of the Pascack Valley Jr. Police Academy, we would like to extend our gratitude to all of the agencies that assisted in another successful year!  Our staff and the children appreciate your support! Below [...]

The Washington Township Police wish everyone a Safe, Happy and Healthy Summer!  We want to remind our residents to make safety a priority. We’ve compiled the below safety tips for our residents to be mindful [...]

In a couple of weeks we will be celebrating July 4th.  Please remember that some Fireworks are legal, however there are some that aren’t.    Please be cautious when using fireworks, we do not want [...]

  Township of Washington Now Hiring DISPATCHERS The Township of Washington Police Department has a Full-Time Dispatcher position available immediately. Shifts are 12 hour pitman, day tour. Applying candidates must meet the following criteria: Is a citizen [...]

The Washington Township Police Department in conjunction with the Township of Washington Municipal Alliance is hosting its second “Safety Township” Community Policing program that is starting on July 8, 2023.  This program is modeled after [...]

The Washington Township Police Department handles authorizing/approving Door to Door Solicitor/Canvasser Permits.  Every individual that is given a Permit must display it at all times.  Please see an example of what the permit looks like [...]

It is with great sadness the Washington Township Police Department announces the passing of Retired Sergeant Robert "Bob" Tumminelli.  Sgt. Tumminelli retired from the Washington Township Police Department in 1995.  He was very well known [...]

The Township of Washington Police Department would like to wish everyone a safe Memorial Day.  On this day we honor and remember those who have perished while serving our country. We would like to also thank [...]

Please find the below message from   PSE&G urges customers to think twice if someone threatens to immediately shut off their power (NEWARK, N.J. – May 3, 2023) PSE&G urges customers to be alert to utility [...]

The Washington Township Police Department is actively hiring school crossing guards! This is an important part of the police department as these individuals are responsible for the safety of children, controlling traffic in school zones [...]

  Milling & Paving Project - May 9-12, 2023 Plan alternate route/ Expect delays, follow detours!!!   We have reached the final stages of the Washington Avenue and Pascack Road Intersection Project and expect Milling and Paving [...]

  Fentanyl is involved in more deaths of Americans under 50 than any cause of death, including heart disease, cancer, homicide, suicide and other accidents. Learn more at fentanylawarenessday.org and spread the word to save a [...]

Coffee with a Cop brings police officers and the community members they serve together–over coffee–to discuss issues and learn more about each other.  Due to the success of the first event the Township of Washington [...]

The Washington Township Police Department, The Westwood Police Department & The Emerson Police Department are proud to announce The 2023 Junior Police Academy The continuing focus of Junior Police Academy is to educate students on [...]

With the recent news about a few bank failures, many vendors are updating their banking information. Scammers are using this moment of change to take advantage of unsuspecting customers. By preying on common anxieties, fraudsters [...]

On Thursday April 6, 2023 D/Cpl. Cangialosi gave a presentation to approximately 30 senior citizen women at the OLGC regarding Senior Citizen Safety.  All sorts of scams, fraudulent activity and upcoming trends were discussed.  He [...]

March 19-25th is Poison Prevention Week which is focused on raising awareness of poison prevention and the Poison Hotline 1-800-222-1222 Store cleaning products and chemicals out of sight and reach of children. Always store cleaning [...]

Please be advised that on April 15, 2023 the Township of Washington is hosting its Spring into Wellness 5k. Please see the route below:      

2023 Vehicle Safety Recalls Week / March 6-12, 2023 If your car has a recall, get it fixed - it could save a life. Also, check your car for recalls at least twice a year and [...]

PO Bobadilla recently attended a two-day 2023 New Jersey Women in Law Enforcement Conference.  This panel spoke to female officers about struggles they may run into in this field. Officers from the Pascack Valley were [...]

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It is with great sadness the Washington Township Police Department announces the passing of Retired Detective Heather Castronova.  Det. Castronova passed suddenly in the overnight hours due to unknown medical circumstances.  Det. Castronova served with [...]