Bellwood Borough Police Department

09/30/2026

Attention Parents:

Electric scooters are not allowed on public roadways! We get numerous complaints daily and have stopped kids, but the problem continues! We don’t want to see any children and/or adults hit by a motorist! Keep your electric scooters on private property!

Below also is the laws for electric bikes!

09/23/2026

07/27/2026

A wedding band was found in the parking lot of the Bellwood Laundromat on Saturday. Contact the Bellwood Police Department (814) 742-7800 to claim if its yours.

07/02/2026

Two bicycles were found and turned into the police station. If you are an owner of one of these bicycles stop at the police station tomorrow between 8am-4pm.
BIKES HAVE BEEN RETURNED TO THE OWNER!!!!!

06/17/2026

ATTENTION PARENTS:

PLEASE LET YOUR CHILDREN KNOW THAT THEY CAN'T RIDE THEIR ELECTRIC SCOOTERS ON THE ROADWAY!!!

06/08/2026

Help Wanted: Part-Time Police Officer

The Borough of Bellwood is accepting applications for the position of Part-Time Police Officer. We are seeking motivated, community-oriented individuals committed to public service, professionalism, and integrity.

Position Responsibilities

· Enforce local and state laws

· Patrol assigned areas and respond to calls for service

· Conduct investigations and prepare reports

· Promote public safety and community engagement

· Testify in court proceedings as needed

Minimum Qualifications

· Must be at least 21 years of age

· High school diploma or GED required

· Valid driver’s license required

· Act 120 certification required

· Strong communication and interpersonal skills

· Ability to pass background check, physical examination, and drug screening

How to Apply

Applications are available at the Bellwood Borough Municipal Office at 516 Main Street, Bellwood, PA 16617 or online at www.bellwoodborough.com.

Please submit completed applications, resume, and any certifications by [Deadline Date] to:

Hope A. Ray Borough Manager Bellwood Borough 516 Main Street Bellwood, PA 16617 814-742-8591 [email protected]

The Borough of Bellwood is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

04/28/2026

The Bellwood Police Department would like to congratulate John Miller on his retirement. You will be missed!!

04/06/2026

🚨SCAM ALERT🚨

If you receive this message or any message indicating you have a missed court date or have any other type of traffic, criminal charges or warrants please do not scan the QR code of visit any of their websites.

01/24/2026

A snow emergency has been declared in the Borough of Bellwood beginning at 12:00 AM, Sunday, January 25th through 11:59PM, Monday, January 26th.

During this time there will be no parking on Snow Emergency Route (All of Main Street), and we ask the residents follow odd/even parking. On Sunday, please park your cars on the side of the street with odd house numbers. On Monday, park on the even side. This will make it easier for our maintenance crew to plow effectively during the storm.

The lots at the Municipal Building, M&T Bank, and Bellwood Antis Public Library will be available for resident that need a parking location during the snow emergency.

We highly encourage all to follow these necessary restrictions during the storm and appreciate your cooperation.

We hope you stay safe during this winter weather event!

01/23/2026

BLAIR PA ALERT:
WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM SATURDAY TO 1 PM EST MONDAY
Winter Storm Warning issued January 23 at 10:20AM EST until January 26 at 1:00PM EST by NWS State College PA..MAJOR WINTER STORM THIS WEEKEND...
* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 10
and 18 inches.
* WHERE...A portion of central Pennsylvania.
* WHEN...From 10 PM Saturday to 1 PM EST Monday.
* IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult to impossible. Widespread
and prolonged travel disruptions are expected.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow will overspread the area late Saturday
night, becoming heavy at times through Sunday with accumulation
rates of one to two inches per hour at times. Frigid temperatures
and wind chills are expected before, during, and after the winter
storm. Some blowing and drifting snow is possible.
Persons should consider delaying all travel. Motorists should use
extreme caution if travel is absolutely necessary.

A significant, long-duration winter storm will bring widespread heavy snow, sleet, and freezing rain from the Southern Rockies to New England through Monday. Widespread travel disruptions, prolonged power outages, and vast tree damage is likely. Frigid temperatures, gusty winds, and dangerous wind c...