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The Eugene Police Department is inviting the local community to join their volunteers in policing program
Eugene, OR – According to the police officials, the Eugene Police Department’s Volunteers in Policing Program plays a crucial role in enhancing crime prevention and community policing initiatives through citizen partnership.
Volunteers gain firsthand insights into law enforcement operations, offering a unique perspective from behind the scenes.
The program actively recruits volunteers from diverse demographics, welcoming individuals aged 18 and above from varying income levels, ethnicities, and cultural backgrounds.
By involving community members in the design, prioritization, and delivery of police services, the department fosters a stronger bond between law enforcement and the public, embodying the principles of community policing.
In 2023, 77 volunteers dedicated a combined total of 13,850 hours to the department and the community.
This volunteer service provided an estimated added value of $440,430, calculated based on the national average value of volunteer time established by the Independent Sector, currently valued at $31.80 per hour.
Sen. Wyden calls out DOJ and FBI, says they ‘must hand over this information’ or Democrats will subpoena it while accusing President Trump of ‘hiding Epstein evidence to protect Wall Street banks’
Oregon – Oregon Sen. Ron Wyden is accusing the Trump administration of withholding evidence from the public as part of...
Eugene moves forward with 133 new downtown apartments at 1059 Willamette, including 68 affordable units and 10 reserved for domestic violence survivors
Eugene, OR – The City of Eugene and a development team led by deChase Miksis and Edlen & Company have...
Eugene police investigate drug operation after SWAT raid leads to seizure of half-pound of meth, firearms-related items and stolen property
Eugene, OR – The Eugene Police Street Crimes Unit investigated a drug operation in the 100 block of Briarcliff Drive after...
Eugene police investigate animal neglect after more than 100 pet rats found inside two vehicles with little food and water
Eugene, OR – Eugene police and animal welfare officials removed more than 100 pet rats from two vehicles in Eugene...
Eugene police arrest man for murder of his wife after homicide investigation on Fox Hollow Road
Eugene, OR – The Eugene Police Department arrested Gregory Allen Pitts, 55, for the murder of his wife, Leanna Mae...
Sen. Wyden responds after digital extortion group breached FBI and stole data from employees, says ‘the FBI can’t even protect its own staff from being hacked’
Oregon – Oregon Sen. Ron Wyden is criticizing the FBI after the cybercriminal group ShinyHunters claimed it breached an FBI...
Oregon Sen. Merkley calls out Republican colleagues, says ‘if they have any integrity or any spine, they will join us in ending’ President Trump’s pocket rescission practice
Oregon – “Republican colleagues said they would never let this happen. Well here it is. They should ask themselves: ‘How...
ESF crews assist Oakridge Fire at structure fire that impacted four buildings across three properties
Eugene, OR – Eugene Springfield Fire crews responded to Oakridge early Thursday morning to assist with a structure fire on...
39-year-old man arrested on drug charges after Eugene police find 10 grams of meth outside elementary school
Eugene, OR – Eugene police arrested a 39-year-old man Thursday morning outside Danebo Elementary School after officers responded to a report...
Eugene police arrest DUII driver after repeatedly crashing into bank building on Willamette Street
Eugene, OR – Eugene police arrested a 29-year-old man after he repeatedly crashed a Subaru into a bank building on...
Eugene police officer reads to elementary students in honor of Dolly Parton Day
Eugene, OR – Eugene Police Department Community Engagement Team Officer Steven Chambers visited Awbrey Park Elementary School to read to...
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Eugene5 days ago
Oregon Sen. Merkley calls out Republican colleagues, says ‘if they have any integrity or any spine, they will join us in ending’ President Trump’s pocket rescission practice
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Eugene5 days ago
39-year-old man arrested on drug charges after Eugene police find 10 grams of meth outside elementary school
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Eugene5 days ago
Eugene police arrest DUII driver after repeatedly crashing into bank building on Willamette Street
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Eugene5 days ago
ESF crews assist Oakridge Fire at structure fire that impacted four buildings across three properties
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Eugene1 day ago
Sen. Wyden calls out DOJ and FBI, says they ‘must hand over this information’ or Democrats will subpoena it while accusing President Trump of ‘hiding Epstein evidence to protect Wall Street banks’
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Eugene5 days ago
Sen. Wyden responds after digital extortion group breached FBI and stole data from employees, says ‘the FBI can’t even protect its own staff from being hacked’
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Eugene1 day ago
Eugene moves forward with 133 new downtown apartments at 1059 Willamette, including 68 affordable units and 10 reserved for domestic violence survivors
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Eugene5 days ago
Eugene police officer reads to elementary students in honor of Dolly Parton Day