Borough of Lincoln Police

09/04/2026

⚠️🌧️ SEVERE WEATHER & FLOOD WATCH — PLEASE BE WEATHER AWARE 🌧️⚠️

The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Watch for our area through tomorrow morning.

Additional thunderstorms are expected to move through Western Pennsylvania this afternoon and into the evening, with the potential for:

💨 Damaging winds
🧊 Large hail
🌧️ Heavy downpours and localized flooding
⚡ Possible power outages
🌳 Downed trees, limbs and power lines

With the storms that have already moved through our area and additional severe weather possible today, we are asking residents to please remain alert and use extra caution.

⚡ If you experience a power outage, please contact the Borough Building so we can be aware of affected areas.

🚫 NEVER approach a downed power line. Always assume it is live.

🌳 Be alert for downed trees, limbs and debris, especially while traveling.

🚗 DO NOT drive through standing water or flooded roadways. Water may be deeper than it appears, and road conditions underneath may be unsafe.

📱 Please continue to monitor local weather forecasts and make sure you are able to receive weather watches and warnings throughout the day.

🚨 In the event of an emergency, CALL 911 immediately.

Please stay safe, stay weather aware, and pass this information along to your neighbors, particularly anyone who may not have access to social media.

08/17/2026

⚡ POWER OUTAGE UPDATE – LINCOLN BOROUGH ⚡

We are aware of power outages currently affecting portions of Lincoln Borough.

⚠️ Please stay safe: Stay away from any downed or low-hanging power lines and always treat them as live. Downed power lines or immediate electrical hazards should be reported to 911.

🚨 In the event of any emergency, please call 911 immediately.

We will continue to share updates as additional information becomes available. Thank you for your patience, and please stay safe! ⚡

08/10/2026

Lincoln Borough is Hiring Part-Time Police Officers

08/05/2026

💙 A Community United 💙

What an incredible evening at National Night Out on Friday, July 31st!

We want to extend our sincere gratitude to everyone who attended and helped make the event such a success. The support, generosity, and community spirit shown throughout the evening remind us what makes our community so special.

A special thank you goes to Mark Moses Electrical Services for their generous donation to our Bike Drive. Your support helped bring smiles to many children and families and made a lasting impact on this event.

We would also like to recognize and thank the agencies and organizations that joined us and took the time to connect with our residents:

🚓 Elizabeth Township Police Department
🚓 Liberty Borough Police Department
🚓 Clairton Police Department Pennsylvania
🚓 Port Vue Police Department
🚓 White Oak Borough Police Department
🚓 Versailles Police Department
🚓 Sheriff's Reserve of Allegheny County

🚒 Lincoln Boro VFRC #1

🚑 SouthEast Regional EMS

Your presence, dedication, and partnership help strengthen the relationships that keep our communities safe and connected.

Thank you again to everyone who attended, volunteered, donated, and supported this year's National Night Out. Together, we continue to build a stronger community.

07/13/2026

💙 From the Lincoln Borough Police Department, thank you to the family and friends of Officer Scott Shank.

On Law Enforcement Appreciation Day, we extend our sincere gratitude for your generous and heartfelt tribute honoring your loved one. Your kindness allowed us to recognize the dedicated men and women who serve our community while ensuring Officer Shank's legacy of service and sacrifice continues to inspire others.

Thank you for helping us honor an officer, a hero, and a beloved family member. 🇺🇸💙

06/29/2026

05/16/2026

🌱 Today’s the Day: Clean & Green Community Day! 🌱
We’re excited to invite you to our Clean & Green Community Day—a fun and meaningful opportunity to come together, spruce up our neighborhood, and make a positive impact on our environment. 💚

📅 Date & Time
TODAY – Saturday | 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Location
45 Abes Way (Municipal Building)

🌳 Tree Planting ~ Help us plant new trees at the municipal building—an investment in a greener, healthier future for our community.
🧹 Community Clean‑Ups ~ Join one of our clean‑up teams as we remove litter and refresh areas throughout the neighborhood.

♻️ Drop‑Off Event ~ Bring items you’d like to dispose of responsibly, including:
🗑️ Trash & recycling
💻 Electronics (Free for residents | $5 per item for non‑residents)
🛞 Tires (white walls/sidewalls must be removed)
🧼 Other household items

🚫 Items Not Accepted:
❌ Chemicals or paints
❌ Hazardous waste
❌ Construction or building materials

🤝 Every helping hand makes a difference! We hope you’ll join us for a day filled with community pride, environmental care, and teamwork. Looking forward to seeing you there! 💚🌍

05/13/2026

⚠️ ROAD CLOSURE ALERT ⚠️

The 4300 block of Liberty Way is currently closed between Harrison Road and Veterans Way due to downed utility wires caused by a tractor trailer.

Crews from West Penn Power are on scene and will be working over the next several hours to complete repairs and restore the area safely.

Please avoid the area, use alternate routes if possible, and use caution while traveling nearby. We appreciate everyone’s patience and cooperation as crews work to resolve the situation safely and efficiently.