Southern Clarion County Regional Police Department

03/23/2026

🚔 NOW HIRING: POLICE OFFICERS! 👮‍♂️👮‍♀️

The Southern Clarion County Regional Police Department is looking for full-time & part-time officers to join a dedicated, growing team serving our community! 💙

✨ What You’ll Get: Competitive wages 💰 | Overtime & bonuses | Take-home vehicle 🚓 | Health & pension 🏥 | Paid time off | Advancement opportunities | Specialty units (including drone ops) 🚁

📅 Important Dates: Application Deadline: April 7 at 2 PM ⏰ | Testing: April 11 at 8 AM (New Bethlehem) 📝

📋 Basic Requirements: US Citizen 🇺🇸 | HS Diploma/GED 🎓 | Valid PA Driver’s License 🚗 | Act 120 (or eligible) | Physically & mentally fit 💪

📞 Apply Today: Call 814.275.1180 ☎️ | Email [email protected] 📧 | Visit https://SCCRPD.com 🌐

Serve with purpose. Protect your neighbors. Build a career that matters. 🙌



03/18/2026

SCCRPD officer recognized with Community Impact Award

NEW BETHLEHEM – Southern Clarion County Regional Police Department Officer Robert Kelly was recently honored with a Community Impact Award presented by SAFE Inc.

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NEW BETHLEHEM – Southern Clarion County Regional Police Department Officer Robert Kelly was recently honored with a Community Impact Award presented by SAFE Inc.

03/18/2026

Southern Clarion Co. Regional Police Department Board Named

THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS for the Southern Clarion County Regional Police Department for 2026 includes ....

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THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS for the Southern Clarion County Regional Police Department for 2026 includes (front row, from left): Debra Schrecengost, secretary; Tim Yeany, mayor of Rimersburg; Sandy Mateer; Patty

02/28/2026

🏆 Honoring Officer Robert Kelly 🏆

We are proud to share that Officer Robert Kelly of the Southern Clarion County Regional Police Department was recently honored with a Community Impact Award presented by SAFE, Inc. at the beginning of the Department’s monthly meeting on Thursday, February 26.

Lindsey Wolbert, Legal Advocate, and Tara Lodovico, Prevention Educator, presented the official certificate in recognition of Officer Kelly’s professionalism, compassion, and unwavering commitment to protecting survivors of domestic violence. 💜

SAFE, Inc., also known as Stop Abuse For Everyone, serves Clarion County by providing crisis intervention, legal advocacy, prevention education, safety planning, and support services to survivors. Officer Kelly’s service reflects their mission of promoting safety, dignity, and hope throughout our region.

👏 Please join us in congratulating Officer Kelly on this well deserved recognition!

📸 Photo Caption: From left to right, Tara Lodovico, Prevention Educator, SAFE, Inc.; Lindsey Wolbert, Legal Advocate, SAFE, Inc.; Officer Robert Kelly, Southern Clarion County Regional Police Department.

📷 Photos courtesy of TechReady Professionals & RedbankValley.org

📰 Look to upcoming local news & media outlets for more details and the full press release.



02/19/2026

🌊 Redbank Creek Flood Update 🌊

With warmer temperatures this week, along with rain on Wednesday, attention has turned to Redbank Creek, which has remained covered by thick ice throughout the winter.

There are reports of flooding upstream in the Summerville area, and as a precaution, Redbank Valley Schools dismissed students early Thursday afternoon, Feb. 19. Crews from New Bethlehem Borough have also been proactively moving picnic tables from Gumtown Park near the dam, as is customary during seasonal thaw conditions.

Emergency crews are closely monitoring the situation. One official noted that the creek level has been slowly rising, and local first responders along with the Borough Public Works Department are actively watching ice movement and water levels.

Additionally, tenants in low lying areas are encouraged to consider relocating vehicles as a precaution. Parking in the municipal parking lot is permitted temporarily until the risk subsides.

A reminder to residents:
• A continuous tone of the fire siren indicates flooding
• Stay away from the creek and moving water
• Obey any road closures, if necessary
• Follow the direction of first responders
• Turn around, don’t drown

“These seasonal conditions are something we prepare for each year,” said New Bethlehem Mayor, the Rev. Dr. Gordon V Barrows. “Our crews are actively monitoring the creek, taking proactive measures, and working together to ensure the safety of our residents. We encourage everyone to stay alert, use caution, and rely on official updates.”

At this time, these procedures are precautionary and typical for this time of year as snow and ice begin to melt. Please continue to monitor official community social media pages and websites for updates as needed.

Stay safe, stay aware, and thank you for looking out for one another.

Cloudy with occasional rain late. Low near 40F. Winds SE at 10 to 20 mph. Chance of rain 90%. Rainfall near a quarter of an inch.