Rural Valley Police Department

08/30/2026

Borough residents:

We would like to remind you that there is not to be the discharging of fi****ms for recreation purposes within the borough limits.

Thank you. If you feel someone is doing so please let us know.

08/27/2026

Alert!

School Bus Safety Reminder

Now that school is back in session, please allow a little extra time on the roads as bus drivers, students, and families settle back into their normal routines.

Drivers should use extra caution near bus stops and residential areas, watch closely for children entering or crossing the roadway, and always stop for a school bus displaying flashing red lights with its stop arm extended.

Please be patient and help us keep our students safe as the new school year gets underway.

07/31/2026

Please be mindful of your speed when traveling through town, make sure properties and grass areas are properly maintained, and remember that any suspicious activity or solicitors who may be violating borough ordinances should be reported to the department.

Thank you

724-783-7423

07/16/2026

Residents. Be vigilant. Deny these solicitors and let them know they are not permitted to solicit in the borough.

They claim to be from a solar power company called Spartan X.

04/17/2026

🐕 Friendly reminder to all borough residents that dogs must be on chain, leash or behind a physical fence or wall when outside. (Electric fences do not count) We will be serving citations to violators.

🌱 Also, it is time get those w**d eaters and yard mowers up and running. Citations will be served to properties with overgrown grass.

Let's keep things tight and right in The Valley. Everyone needs to do their part to keep town safe and beautiful.

Thank you!

04/04/2026

Alright… who’s kids are these? 👀

Do you recognize these kids, ATV or small Dirtbike? We’d like to have a quick chat with them. If you know who they are, shoot us a message or give us a call.
724-783-7423

03/04/2026

02/19/2026

🐾 Dog Control & Leash Reminder 🐾

The Rural Valley Borough Police Department would like to remind residents that under Borough Ordinance 610.01, animals must be properly secured or confined so they cannot leave the owner’s property.

When outside of your property, dogs must be firmly secured by a collar and leash or other restraint.

Please be a responsible pet owner and keep your dog secured.

Send a message to learn more

02/06/2026

🔔 UPDATE: The dog has been returned to its owner. Thank you all!

The dog is currently in the care of Orphans of the Storm. For further information, please contact Orphans of the Storm at 724-548-4520.

🐾 FOUND DOG – RURAL VALLEY BOROUGH 🐾

A lost German Shepherd was found along State Route 85 in Rural Valley Borough and is currently safe.

The dog was scanned and has a microchip.
📌 Microchip Number: 980217001672363

If you recognize this dog or know who the owner may be, please contact the Rural Valley Borough Police Department at 724-783-7423.

We would like to extend a huge thank you to:
• Mark Cessna with the Rural Valley Borough Road Department
• Josh Schrecengost, Chief of the Rural Valley Fire Department
• Matthew Patrick, Pennsylvania State Dog Warden

Their assistance and teamwork helped ensure this dog’s safety and care.

📸 Photos of the dog are included with this post.
Please share to help reunite this pup with its owner!n

01/23/2026

❄️ Winter Weather Reminder & Public Safety Notice ❄️

*This is a friendly reminder for during normal snow fall amounts. We understand that larger snow amounts can be hard to keep up with and we will have more patience for you to keep up with the heavy amounts of snow that falls. Dont worry, warnings will be given before fines and citations are given out.

Sheets of ice have formed on the sidewalk in front of many borough resident's main street properties. This ice can cause people to fall and become injured. It is the responsibility of the property owner to remove snow and ice so the walks are safe.

Borough Ordinance 1025.02 requires all property owners, tenants, or persons in control of property to remove snow and/or ice from sidewalks in front of or abutting their property. A minimum cleared path of 52 inches wide is required.

Snow and ice must be removed within 12 hours after the cessation of snowfall, sleet, or freezing rain. Please use salt or sand as needed to prevent hazardous conditions. Failure to comply may result in citations for ordinance violations. (Warnings/notices will be given to first time offenders)

Thank you for helping to keep our walk ways safe for everyone in the community!