Arlington, Massachusetts Police Department

08/31/2026

Today is International Overdose Awareness Day (IOAD), celebrated each year on August 31st. This day embodies the largest global effort to prevent overdoses, pay tribute to those who have lost their lives without judgment, and acknowledge the grief experienced by their loved ones.
If you or someone you know is in need of support or resources for recovery, please don't hesitate to contact Clinician Christina Valeri at (781) 316-3947

08/30/2026

Neighbors, we need your eyes and your help to bring this absolute beauty back home safely. 🐾❤️This sweet kitty has gone missing in the Overlook Rd area of Arlington, and his owners are heartbroken. Please check under your decks, inside open garages, sheds, bushes, or under cars where a frightened cat might hide. If you spot him, please do not chase or try to grab him. Please share this with anyone you know living in the Overlook Rd neighborhood or surrounding Arlington areas. 781-316-3950

08/26/2026

08/25/2026

🚸 Looking for Flexible Part-Time Work This Upcoming School Year? 🚸
This is a great opportunity for retirees and community members who want to make a difference while helping keep Arlington students safe.
✅ Earn $40 per shift (1.5 hours) — approximately $26.67 per hour
✅ Work just 45 minutes before school and 45 minutes after school
✅ Training provided by the Arlington Police Department
✅ Help students safely travel to and from school
Interested applicants should contact Rob Spiegel, Director of Human Resources, at [email protected]
Join the team and help keep our school community safe! 🍎🚸

Arlington Public Schools, MA

08/23/2026

RECOVERY CITY: FREE COMMUNITY FILM SCREENING
In recognition of National Recovery Month, Arlington Prevention Services and the Arlington Police Department are teaming up through our Arlington Overcomes Addiction efforts to present a free screening of Recovery City.
📅 Wednesday, September 23
📍 Arlington High School – Discourse Lab
869 Mass Ave., Arlington, MA
🎟️ Free Admission – All are Welcome!

Recovery City is an intimate and powerful film that follows four women as they confront addiction, recovery, stigma, and the impact addiction has on their community.
Following the screening, there will be a Q&A and panel discussion with the film’s director and participants.
🕕 6:00 PM – Doors Open
🎥 6:30 PM – Film Screening Begins
💬 8:00 PM – Q&A with the Director and Film Participants
Registration is encouraged but not required. Please scan the QR code on the flyer to register for your free ticket.
We hope you’ll join us for an evening of education, conversation, and community as we continue working together to support recovery and reduce the stigma surrounding addiction.
💜 Change is a lifetime journey.
Prevention Services, Arlington MA

08/21/2026

Join the Arlington Police Department for National Coffee with a Cop Day on Wednesday, October 7, 2026!☕
Celebrate the arrival of autumn with a free cup of coffee, a donut, and friendly conversation with members of the Arlington Police Department at Whittemore Park from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM.
A special thank you to our friends at the Knights of Columbus for generously donating the coffee and donuts. 💙
We look forward to spending the morning with our community, answering questions, sharing ideas, and getting to know one another—one cup of coffee at a time!
Knights of Columbus Council #109

08/20/2026

UPDATE: CLASS IS FULL REGISTRATION IS CLOSED

The Arlington Police Department is Excited to Announce the Return of the Community Police Academy!
Have you ever wondered what it's like to be a police officer or how the Arlington Police Department serves our community? Now is your chance to find out!

The Community Police Academy (CPA) is a FREE six-week program that provides participants with an inside look at the Arlington Police Department through interactive classroom instruction, scenario-based training, demonstrations, and hands-on field activities.
Eligibility:
• Must live or work in the Town of Arlington
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Applicants are subject to a background check

Class size is limited and typically fills quickly, so we encourage interested participants to submit their applications as soon as possible.

For program information and an application, please visit the Town of Arlington website and select the "Programs" section.

https://www.arlingtonma.gov/departments/police/resources-programs

Questions?
Please email us at [email protected]

We look forward to welcoming another great class and giving our community a behind-the-scenes look at policing in Arlington!

08/19/2026

Arlington's annual Town Day is happening a month from today. Saturday, September 19, 2026, from 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The celebration will take place along Mass Ave, from Jason Street to Pleasant Street. This area will be pedestrian-only, so traffic will be redirected, and MBTA buses will be adjusted accordingly. Be sure to stop by the Arlington Police Department's booth to say hello, ask questions, and pick up some freebies. We can't wait to see you there!