Ephrata Police Department

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.

05/19/2026

*** UPDATE – OWNER LOCATED ***

A male Beagle mix was struck by a vehicle in Reinholds. Ephrata Police have exhausted all attempts to locate the owner and attempts to solicit help from animal groups have been unsuccessful.

If you are the owner or know the owner of this dog, please contact the Ephrata Police Department at 717-738-9299.

Any and all help is greatly appreciated.

05/18/2026

WOW! Our community really showed up this year for Police Week! Goodies and treats from all over. We thanked some specific folks in the phot captions - but there was so much, we may have missed a couple.

Please know how grateful we are for the thoughtfulness and the support. We really felt the love!

Chief McKim

05/17/2026

Thank you to Grace Church for inviting us to FUN DAY AT THE PARK! The community appreciates your church bringing everyone together for a free community event. of the Ephrata Police Foundation

05/17/2026

Save the date 📆 for National Night Out 2026. We are super exited to have LCBC host NNO again this year. We are working hard to make this event even larger than last year.

If you are a local business in the Adamstown, West Cocalico or Ephrata areas and you would like to set a table up with a fun activity/game for the kids and promote your local business, please reach out to Sgt. Cook at (717) 738-9200 x271.

This event is FREE to the community! Food 🌭🥤🍦, games 🍬🏆, raffles 🎟️, displays 🚓🚑🚒, activities and more! Save the date, Tuesday, August 4, 2026, and come join in on the fun! Rain ⛈️date is Tuesday, August 11, 2026.

05/17/2026

FUN DAY IN THE PARK today, 300 Cocalico St., Ephrata Borough. Stop by and visit us!

Free Community Event on Sunday, May 17, 2026, from 10:00 am - 1:00 pm @ Grater Park, hosted by Grace Church. The Ephrata Police will have a police cruiser 🚓 on display. Stop out and say hello!

05/15/2026

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

05/12/2026

SRO Hirneisen achieves prestigious recognition-
On April 29, 2026, School Resource Officer (SRO) John Hirneisen was recognized by the National Association of School Resource Officers (NASRO) for attaining the achievement of National School Resource Officer Practitioner. More than a just title, this accomplishment represents SRO Hirneisen’s initiative and dedication to learning and excellence. This recognition entails at least 224 hours of training related to school safety, attendance of the NASRO School Safety Conference, along with at least three years of experience as a School Resource Officer. According to Chief Christopher McKim, “Officer Hirneisen continues to demonstrate what outstanding school resource officers bring to a community — leadership, compassion, professionalism, and a commitment to students. I am immensely proud of Officer Hirneisen for earning the National SRO Practitioner designation and I thank him for his continued service.” Please join the Ephrata Police Department in congratulating SRO Hirneisen!