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Aug 28, 2026
Due to the traffic signal at the intersection of South Market Street / Arch Street sustaining disabling damage as the result of a vehicle crash, Arch Street between South Market Street and South Cherry Alley will be closed for the foreseeable future. South Market Street ...
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Case
Aug 26, 2026
The Elizabethtown Police Department is investigating multiple vehicle break-ins/thefts that have occurred over the last three weeks. The suspects appear to be two or three individuals traveling on foot, dressed in dark clothing and wearing masks. The break-ins are occurring in...
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Aug 20, 2026
We want to wish everyone a safe and Happy Labor Day! Please be responsible and plan ahead if you intend to consume alcohol. Be sure to have a designated driver in place or use a rideshare company like Uber. The attached QR code through the Decide T...
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Aug 6, 2026
Historically most vehicle break-ins occur during the overnight hours when the majority of people are asleep. As a result, EPD highly encourages residents of the Elizabethtown area to remove all valuables (i.e. cash, weapons, jewelry, keys, etc.) and lock their ...
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Aug 6, 2026
Looking for a very rewarding career in law enforcement? The Lancaster County Chiefs of Police Association (LCCPA) is conducting a hiring consortium on September 19, 2026 at 8:00 am in Reading, PA. Applicants pay one fee and take one physical assessment / written exam. Applican...
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Jul 23, 2026
The Elizabethtown Police Department will again be participating in the Sunny Day Camp hosted by the Pennsylvania State Police on August 1, 2026 from 8:30am - 3:00pm at Stone Gables Estate (1 Hollinger Lane Elizabethtown, PA 17022). This free one-day camp includes excitin...
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Jul 7, 2026
As alternate and more economical forms of transportation are becoming more common, the Elizabethtown Police Department encourages all riders to reference the attached PA Micromobility Information Sheet to ensure you are aware of what is legally permitted to be operated under t...
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Event
Jul 7, 2026
Join members of the Northwest Regional Police Department and Elizabethtown Police Department at Rita's Italian Ice & Frozen Custard (30 North Market Street Elizabethtown, PA 17022) on July 22, 2026 from 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm for Cones with a Cop. Com...
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Jul 1, 2026
On behalf of the members and civilian employees of the Elizabethtown Police Department, I would like to offer my sincerest condolences to the members of the Pennsylvania State Police for the tragic loss of Trooper Michael Pahira, Troop L- Frackville. EPD's thoughts and p...
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May 25, 2026
Effective May 25, 2026, the Elizabethtown Police Department will no longer be accepting prescription medications in either the lobby or drop box. Residents wishing to properly discard old, unwanted, or unused prescription medications are encouraged to visit the Prescript...
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