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Jul 16, 2026
2026 National Night Out Shirts Now Available! We're excited to announce that official 2026 Dallas Township National Night Out T-shirts are now available to order! This year's shirts are available in navy or pink , with your choice of short-sleeve or long-sleeve styles. Nationa...
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Image for Traffic Advisory – Saturday, July 4, 2026
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Created Jul 2, 2026 / Updated Jul 3, 2026
The Hometown Heroes: America 250 Celebration Parade begins at 4:00 PM and will travel from Old Carverton Road in Kingston Township to the Luzerne County Fairgrounds in Lehman Township . Motorists should expect temporary traffic delays and rolling road closures as the parade pr...
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Jul 2, 2026
The Dallas Township Police Department is urging residents to celebrate the 4 th of July Weekend in a responsible manner. As a proactive measure to ensure public safety, our law enforcement officers will be conducting roving patrols to detect and apprehend drivers under the inf...
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Jul 2, 2026
These items were recovered along SR 309 in the vicinity of Frontier. If you believe they belong to you, or if you know who they belong to, please contact the Dallas Township Police Department at 570-674-2003.
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Image for Know Before You Light: Pennsylvania Fireworks Laws and Fourth of July Safety
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Created Jun 30, 2026 / Updated Jul 1, 2026
As we prepare to celebrate Independence Day, the Dallas Township Police Department would like to remind residents that while consumer fireworks are legal in Pennsylvania, their use is governed by state law. Understanding these requirements can help ensure everyone enjoys a saf...
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Jun 30, 2026
The National Weather Service has issued an Extreme Heat Warning for our area from 11:00 AM Wednesday through 8:00 PM Friday. Heat index values could reach 105°F , making prolonged time outdoors dangerous. Protect yourself and those around you: 💧 Drink plenty of water—even if y...
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Jun 18, 2026
Misericordia University will be serving as a remote parking and shuttle location for attendees of the "250 Concert and Celebration" in Wilkes-Barre. Increased vehicle and pedestrian traffic is expected throughout the day in and around campus and nearby roadways. If you're head...
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Image for Put the Phone Away or Pay: Paul Miller's Law Enforcement Begins June 5, 2026
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Created May 22, 2026 / Updated Jun 5, 2026
Beginning June 5, 2026, drivers in Pennsylvania can be stopped and cited for using a handheld cellphone or other interactive mobile device while driving under Paul Miller’s Law.  The law went into effect June 5, 2025 with violators being issued warnings for the first year...
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Image for Memorial Day Weekend: Stay Safe on the Roads
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May 20, 2026
The Dallas Township Police Department would like to remind everyone to celebrate Memorial Day Weekend responsibly. As part of our ongoing commitment to public safety, our officers will be conducting DUI Roving Patrols throughout the weekend. These patrols are designed to ident...
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May 18, 2026
This week, we recognize and thank the dedicated EMS professionals who serve our community every day. Whether responding to medical emergencies, serious crashes, difficult calls, or moments of uncertainty, EMS providers are there when people need help most. Their work requires ...
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