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Domestic Abuse-There is a way out!

Victim Services
Feb 9, 2018 8:19 pm

Domestic violence and abuse can happen to anyone, yet the problem is often overlooked, excused, or denied. Abuse does not discriminate. It affects victims of any age, gender, or economic standing. This is especially true when the abuse is psychological, rather than physical. Noticing and acknowledging the signs of an abusive relationship are the first […]

Canadian Lottery Scam

Crime Prevention
Feb 2, 2018 6:39 pm

Foreign Canadian International Lottery Winnings Program Scams This scam can come to you by Internet email, telephone and mail fraud sweepstakes lotto ticket sales scam. Tired of not winning the government sponsored lotteries after years of playing, you are pleased to receive the following mailer. It’ll say one of the following things: “Congratulations! You may […]

Safety Tips for Halloween

Crime Prevention
Oct 25, 2017 10:36 am

Do not allow a child to go “Trick or Treating” alone. Be sure older children TAKE A FRIEND and an ADULT accompanies young children. Be certain to accompany young children to the door of every house they approach. Be certain that parents are familiar with every house and all people from which the children receive […]

Phishing; what you need to know

Crime Prevention
Oct 18, 2017 10:12 pm

Phishing is a scam where internet fraudsters send spam or pop-up messages to lure personal and financial information from unsuspecting victims. To avoid getting hooked learn these simple tips:

Hijacked Computer: What to Do

Crime Prevention
Apr 20, 2017 6:46 pm

Can’t turn your computer on or off? Is it acting up, running slow, opening pages you didn’t click, or displaying pop-ups constantly? There’s a good chance your computer’s been hacked or infected with a virus. Here’s what to do.

9 ways to keep kids safe online

Crime Prevention
Mar 18, 2016 12:53 pm

As kids go online at a younger age, parents have good reason to be nervous about how their children are spending their time on the Internet. We’ve all heard horror stories about kids meeting creepy strangers online, getting too much screen time, and being exposed to things their parents would rather they didn’t see until, […]

Pennsylvania’s Texting-While-Driving Law

Public Safety
Mar 8, 2012 2:23 pm

Anything that causes you to either take your attention away from driving, take your eyes off of the road or take your hands off of the wheel is a distraction. So many have died or been grievously injured. Please don’t use your phone while driving. Just focus on the road. The text can wait. If […]