News & Upcoming Events

(11/25/2023) The South River Food Bank typically sees an increased need for assistance this time of year. In order to help them continue to assist residents in need, the South River Police Department is hosting a “Cram the Cruiser” food drive to help keep their shelves stocked.  Donations of non-perishable food items can be dropped off in the collection bin in the lobby of South River Police Headquarters (61 Main Street) from now until December 20th. Click here for more information.

(11/24/2023)  With the holiday shopping season in full swing, the South River Police Department has a few reminders to help you protect yourself and help ensure your holiday season is enjoyable, whether you plan on shopping in store or online. Click here for more information.

 (11/20/2023) The South River Police Department is partnering with the South River Council of Congregations to bring a Holiday Angel Tree to South River. This is the perfect opportunity to make a less fortunate child's holiday season a little brighter. Interested in helping? simply visit the tree in the lobby of Police Headquarters (61 Main Street), select a gift recipient of your choice from the tree, shop for the child based on their preferences, then drop the gift(s) off by December 15th. The South River Police Department will then arrange to have the child receive the gift(s) from Santa! Any questions can be directed to Officer Stone at dstone@southriverpd.org or 732-254-1150, extension 136. Click here for more information.

(11/8/2023)  The beards are back! For the seventh  year, the South River Police Department is participating in No-Shave-November in an effort to raise money for cancer research. For more information or to support our efforts, click here.

(10/13/2023)  As part of National Crime Prevention Month, the South River Police Department is reminding residents about our anonymous tip line and our Report-it online reporting form. Click here for more information on our anonymous tip line. Click here for more information on our Report-it online reporting form.

(10/7/2023) The South River Police Department is currently accepting applications for the position of School Crossing Guard. Click here for more information.

(10/3/2023) As part of National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on Saturday, October 28th, South River Police Department is asking residents to check their medicine cabinets.  Unused, unwanted, or expired medications can be safely disposed of at our Project Medicine Dropbox. For more information on our Project Medicine Drop program, click here.

(9/1/2023) September is National Recovery Month. If you or someone you know is battling substance abuse and addiction, recovery help is available through the Middlesex County Prosecutor's Office "Blue Cares" program. Click here for more information.

(8/25/2023) The South River Police Department is currently accepting applications for the position of Class III Special Law Enforcement Officer. Click here for more information.

(8/21/2023) Our Operation Blue Angel program allows our officers quick access to senior citizens and other eligible residents in the event of an emergency.  Click here for more details and enrollment information. 

(6/22/2023) Are you vacationing or travelling soon? Would you like an officer to check on your residence while you’re away? The South River Police Department is reminding residents of our Unoccupied Residence Program. Click here for more information.

(4/13/2023) The South River Police Department is reminding residents about our Special Needs Registry. The registry helps ensure residents in need of special assistance are able to get the help they need in the event of a police, fire, or medical emergency. Click here for more information.

(3/15/2023) The South River Police Department is reminding the community about how we communicate with our residents and the options available to receive information from us. To learn more  about our social media efforts and for information on receiving NIXLE text message alerts, email alerts, and emergency phone notifications, click here.

(1/31/2023)  The South River Police Department is conducting an information session through the South River Office on Aging to educate older residents about fraud and scams that may target them. To help our efforts, click here to download the Elder Fraud Brochure then print and share it with older neighbors and family members who may not otherwise see it. Copies can also be obtained at Police Headquarters and through the South River Office on Aging. 

(1/23/2023)  Can we reach a representative from your business in the event of an emergency? Providing after hours emergency contact information through our Business Registration Program helps ensure we can. Click here for more information.