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THE BTPD IS HIRING! APPLY NOW
The Bushkill Township Police Department (BTPD) is actively seeking a dedicated and motivated individual to join our professional and progres...
Read MoreK9 SNIPER DOING K9 THINGS!
On March 19, 2026, Bushkill Township police officers conducted a traffic stop on Rt. 512 due to the vehicle having a suspended registration....
Read MoreRECRUITING THE NEXT GENERATION OF POLICE OFFICERS
Members of the Bushkill Township Police Department visited the Hazleton Police Academy and the Lackawanna College Police Academy yesterday (...
Read MoreBTPD Officers Participate in DISTRICT 11 SkillUSA Championsh...
On Wednesday, February 4, 2026, officers from the Bushkill Township Police Department assisted with the District 11 SkillsUSA Competition, h...
Read MoreScam Alert: Bogus Jury Duty Scam Targets Northampton County ...
Scam Alert: Bogus Jury Duty Scam Targets Northampton County ResidentsThe Bushkill Township Police Department has received a report of a soph...
Read MoreA Decade of Giving: Thanksgiving Food Drive 2025
On Saturday, November 22, 2025, the Bushkill Township Police Department partnered with BEI Electrical and a team of dedicated volunteers for...
Read MoreBushkill Township Police Department's K9 Sniper has received...
BUSHKILL TOWNSHIP, NORTHAMPTON COUNTY, PA- The Bushkill Police Department, PA, K9 Sniper has received a bullet and stab protective vest than...
Read MoreBe On The Lookout!
The BTPD reminds all motorists to stay alert and drive with extra caution this fall. From late October through December, the white-tailed de...
Read MoreExpanding Our Reach: Officers Complete E-Bike Patrol Trainin...
This week, the Bushkill Township Police Department hosted a specialized police e-Bike training course in partnership with BlueKnight Bicycle...
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Mar 12, 2026
On March 11, 2026, at 10:00 am, the Bushkill Township Police Department (BTPD) received a report of a suspicious person that was prowling around a garage in the 200 block of Cherry Hill Road some time overnight between midnight and 2:00 am. Still pictures of the suspicious ind...
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Feb 18, 2026
The Bushkill Township Police Department (BTPD) is actively seeking a dedicated and motivated individual to join our professional and progressive law enforcement team. BTPD is a PLEAC accredited department through the Pennsylvania Chiefs of Police Association and is committed t...
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Mar 20, 2026
On March 19, 2026, Bushkill Township police officers conducted a traffic stop on Rt. 512 due to the vehicle having a suspended registration. During the traffic stop, K9 Sniper did what he does best and let his nose do the work! K9 Sniper alerted officers to the presence of ill...
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Mar 5, 2026
Members of the Bushkill Township Police Department visited the Hazleton Police Academy and the Lackawanna College Police Academy yesterday (3/4/26) to meet with recruits preparing to begin their careers in law enforcement. Connecting with the next generation of officers is an ...
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Created Mar 3, 2026 / Updated Mar 28, 2026
Knauss Road and Gower Road will be closed from Monday, March 9, 2026 , through Sunday, April 5, 2026, for a culvert replacement project. Detour routes will be clearly posted. Please follow all posted signage and do not attempt to bypass or go around any roadway closures. Shoul...
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Feb 23, 2026
Show Your Best Friend Some Love, License Your Dog! A dog license is a legal responsibility of owning a dog in Pennsylvania and the best way to ensure that your pet is back in your arms if it gets lost. Dogs must now be licensed at the point of adoption or purchase,...
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Feb 21, 2026
SNOW EMERGENCY DECLARATION: From 6 am on Sunday, February 22, 2026, to 6 pm on Monday, February 23, 2026, a snow emergency will be in effect. As per Township Ordinance, all vehicles must be removed from roadways. STORM UPDATE: A winter storm is predicted to hit our area mid-mo...
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Created Feb 12, 2026 / Updated Feb 19, 2026
The Bushkill Township Police Department (BTPD) is actively seeking a dedicated and motivated individual to join our professional and progressive law enforcement team. BTPD is a PLEAC accredited department through the Pennsylvania Chiefs of Police Association and is committed t...
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Created Feb 12, 2026 / Updated Feb 13, 2026
Don't break our hearts! If you plan to drink alcohol, designate a sober driver on Valentine’s Day. As always Bushkill Township - be smart and stay be safe! #Lov
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Feb 7, 2026
As you make your Super Bowl watch party plans for this weekend make sure that plan includes safe transportation to and from that event. As always Bushkill Township - be smart and stay safe!
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