Ephrata Police Department

06/17/2026

Save the date for FREE Ice Cream🍦w/ a Cop🚓👮event at Chapel Gate Park, 57 Parkview Dr., Reinholds, on Saturday, June 27th from 3p-5p. We look forward to seeing you there!

06/16/2026

**UPDATE: Returned to Owner**

This male Pit Bull was found in the 800 Block of E Main St, Ephrata Township. If you are the owner or know the owner, please contact the Ephrata Police Department at (717) 738-9200.

06/10/2026

⛳️🏌️‍♂️ SAVE THE DATE! 🏌️‍♀️⛳️

The Friends of the Ephrata Police Foundation has announced their 2nd Annual Golf Outing!

📅 Wednesday, September 16, 2026
🕐 Shotgun Start: 1:15 PM
📍 Berkleigh Golf Club
14623 Kutztown Road, Kutztown, PA

Join us for a great day of golf, camaraderie, prizes, and fun while supporting programs and initiatives that benefit the Ephrata Police Department and the community we proudly serve.

🏆 Play one of Pennsylvania's top-rated public golf courses while helping make a difference right here in our community!

⛳ Register today: https://givebutter.com/EPDgolf2026

📱 Scan the QR code on the flyer for quick registration.

Mark your calendars and start building your foursomes now!

⛳ Mark Your Calendar, Ephrata!

The 2nd Annual Friends of the Ephrata Police Foundation Golf Outing is happening on September 16th at 1:15 PM at Berkleigh Golf Club in Kutztown, PA — and you won’t want to miss it.

This event isn’t just a great day on the course… 💙 Your participation directly supports a safer, stronger community in Ephrata.

Grab your spot now using the QR code or event sign‑up link — teams fill fast, and we’d love to see you out on the green supporting the mission.
🏌️‍♂️ Sign up today — don’t wait!

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Together, we can make this year’s outing the best one yet.

06/08/2026

🚔🥇 Support a Great Cause! 🥇🚔

Come out to Funck's Restaurant Leola.PA on Tuesday, June 10, from 4:30 PM to 9:00 PM for the annual "Tip A Cop" Special Olympics Fundraiser!

Local police officers will be serving guests throughout the evening, with 100% of tips benefiting Special Olympics Pennsylvania. Enjoy great food, menu specials, live music, and the opportunity to support an incredible organization that empowers athletes across the Commonwealth.

📍 Funck’s Restaurant & Bar
365 W. Main Street, Leola, PA 17540
🕟 June 10 | 4:30 PM – 9:00 PM

06/05/2026

Stevens resident charged with Simple Assault

On June 1, 2026, at 2:06 pm, the Ephrata Police Department responded to the 1st block of South Line Road (West Cocalico Township) for a report of a physical domestic. Upon arrival, police officers identified Krystal Snader (40) of Stevens, as...

06/04/2026

We would like to thank those members of the Ephrata Area SD who shared with us some of their students' fantastic artwork. It certainly served to brighten up our lobby area. And a special thanks to the student artists who contributed to the effort, to incudue: Crayden Prang, Nico Chen, Matthew Royer, Kloe Osterlof, Aria West, Nora Lin, Cayden Dipaolo, Vicky Ornelas, Dominic Pastorella, Elea Jones, Cassidy Habacker, Joshua Lehman, Lauren Muscarelli, Stella Yarnes, and Art Teacher Mrs. Sandy Milligan. THANK YOU!

06/02/2026

🍧👮 BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND! 👮🍧

Join the Ephrata Police Department for another fun evening of Popsicles with Police!

📅 Monday, June 8
🕔 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
📍 Ephrata Police Department -
Behind the Station Near the Rail to Trail
124 S. State Street, Ephrata.

🚓Come meet your local police officers, ask questions, and enjoy a FREE popsicle while spending time with members of your community.

🖍️We will also have Sidewalk Chalk and Bubbles for the kids to enjoy!🫧

This family-friendly event is a great opportunity to build positive relationships, connect with your officers, and kick off the summer season!🌅

We look forward to seeing you there!

❄️🍭All popsicles were graciously donated by the Friends of the Ephrata Police Foundation

05/30/2026

Attention Adamstown Residents

05/28/2026

This dog was found near the 100 block of Furnace Hills Rd, West Cocalico Twp. If you are the owner or know who the owner is , please contact the Ephrata Police Department at (717) 738-9200.

05/21/2026

The members of the Ephrata Police Department extend our deepest condolences to the family and friends of Les Martzall following his passing.

Les dedicated countless years to the Ephrata Community, and his commitment, compassion, and service to others will not be forgotten.

Our thoughts and prayers are with Les’ loved ones and all those at the Ephrata Community Ambulance Association during this difficult time.

The Ephrata Community Ambulance Association announces, with deep sadness, the passing of life member and Emergency Medical Technician, Leslie “Les” Martzall.

Les began his service with Ephrata Ambulance in January 1978 and dedicated decades of his life to the organization and the community. He served as President from 1981 to 1997, again from 2004 to 2012, and most recently from 2018 to 2025. In addition, he held the role of Treasurer from 2002 to 2003 and from 2014 to 2017. At the time of his passing, he continued to serve in the role of President Emeritus. In addition to his service with Ephrata Ambulance, Les also volunteered his time with multiple other fire and EMS agencies throughout the county.

Throughout his years of service, Les made lasting contributions to EMS in Ephrata. He was a certified First Aid and CPR instructor, served on numerous ambulance committees, and played a key role in the purchase and renovation of the former gas station that now serves as the current Ephrata Ambulance station. He was also instrumental in the development and launch of the Ephrata Ambulance paratransit service in 1997.

Les’s leadership, dedication, and commitment to helping others have left an enduring impact on the organization and the community he served so faithfully. He will be greatly missed by all who had the privilege of working with him.

A celebration of life will be held at a later date.