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Join us TONIGHT for two neighborhood Crime Watch meetings!
WHEELING ISLAND
6 p.m., Tuesday, May 26
Location: Wheeling Island Marina Community Shelter
SOUTH WHEELING
6:30 p.m., Tuesday, May 26
Location: Trinity Lutheran Church, 3536 Eoff Street
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WPD took home several awards at this year's Region 4 Governors Highway Safety Program awards luncheon today. WPD was honored as the region's Top Agency, along with individual awards, including Cpl. Gerald Mitchell, Pfc. Zach Herron & Pfc. Patrick Ryan. Congrats to all!
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Traffic Advisory: Weekend Road Closures for 2026 Ogden Half-Marathon Events
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Congratulations to Patrolman Trevor Adkins, who was recently selected by the WPD command staff as the “Officer of the Quarter” during the 1st quarter of 2026!
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We mark National Police Week each year with the Wheeling Police Department Law Enforcement Memorial to remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice. We thank everyone who attended this solemn annual gathering.
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VENUE CHANGE: Due to forecasted storms on Wednesday, May 13, the annual WPD Law Enforcement Memorial has been moved to the WV Northern Community College Education Center gymnasium. Attendees can enter at the 17th Street entrance or the Chapline Street side.
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The Wheeling Police Department will honor and remember local, regional, and national law enforcement officers who made the ultimate sacrifice during its 13th annual Law Enforcement Memorial, set for Wednesday, May 13, 2026. The event is set for 6 p.m. at Wheeling’s Heritage Port.
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Join us in your neighborhood for our monthly Crime Watch meetings this month! All are welcome to attend - regardless of where you live in the city.
*Note - Woodsdale crime watch meeting has moved to a new permanent time of 6:30 p.m.
Full Calendar: wheelingwv.gov/crimewatch
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WPD recognizes May as Mental Health Awareness Month. This month is an opportunity to raise awareness, reduce stigma, and remind our community that mental health matters. We encourage anyone who may be struggling to reach out for support & to check in on friends & family.
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We had the pleasure of hosting the 2026 Wheeling Area Chamber Leadership Wheeling class today. The class was able to experience our simulation room, talk to commanders, and tour the facility.
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Mark your calendar for this year's upcoming WPD Law Enforcement Memorial - part of National Police Week on May 13.
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Join us TONIGHT for two neighborhood Crime Watch meetings!
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‼️💊A reminder… Drug Take Back Day is happening now until 2 p.m. Stop by the Mount Dechantal Kroger parking lot!
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