Hammond WI Police Department

10/14/2026

We would like to extend a big THANK YOU to Cheap Andy's Saloon for their continued generosity and support of the Hammond Police Department! Your donations throughout the year are truly appreciated and help make National Night Out special. Thank you for your kindness and for giving back to our community!

10/13/2026

🕸️🕷️ Four Safety Tips from NCMEC as Halloween creeps closer! 🕷️🕸️

1. Don't get a jump scare: CHECK FIRST!
Avoid the tricks this Halloween by planning your trick-or-treat route in advance. Try to stay in a familiar neighborhood with well-lit streets. Don’t want to lose your little goblins and ghouls? Try adding reflective tape to costumes or candy bags for extra visibility.

2. No ghost should haunt alone: TAKE A FRIEND!
Traveling in packs makes Halloween both fun and safe! Walk younger kids all the way to the door and remind older kids to stick with their group and have a charged cellphone ready. And if something spooky comes up…Who you gonna call? Your trusted adult, of course! That way the night stays spook-tastic from start to finish.

3. Caught in a spooky situation? TELL PEOPLE NO!
Even on a fun Halloween night, it’s important to remind kids to stand their ground. Help kids beat those scary tricks by teaching them to say ‘no’ if someone tries to separate them or take them somewhere without your permission.

4. Asking for help isn’t scary: TELL A TRUSTED ADULT!
Even on the spookiest night of the year, kids don’t have to face tricky situations alone. If something feels off, they should tell a trusted adult right away. Whether it’s a parent, guardian or another grown-up they know, having a trusted adult nearby helps keep the night fun and worry-free. And if you’re with a big group of witches, werewolves and ghosts, consider asking another adult to tag along.

09/11/2026

08/31/2026

While it’s exciting to share those first-day-of-school photos, it’s also a great time to take a moment and think about what information we’re putting online.

❌ Back-to-School Safety: What NOT to Share ❌

Before posting that adorable first-day photo, avoid including:

🏫 School name
🎂 Child’s age
👩‍🏫 Teacher’s name or grade
⭐ Interests, hobbies, or activities
📏 Identifying details, such as height, weight, or other unique characteristics
🔐 Personal information, including anything related to passwords or security questions
🏠 House numbers or street names
🚗 Vehicle information, including license plates

Information shared online can potentially be used by scammers, predators, or others with harmful intentions. And remember, privacy settings aren’t a guarantee that information will remain private.

If you’re sharing a first-day-of-school photo, consider keeping the caption simple and leaving out details that could help someone identify, locate, or learn more about your child.

🎒 Stay safe, stay smart, and have a wonderful school year! 📚✨

08/13/2026

Congratulations to Greta and Charlotte, our winners of the National Night Out coloring contest! They each received a gift card for back to school shopping! Have a great school year 🛍️🏫

08/12/2026

It’s back-to-school season! 🎒📚 As you share those exciting first-day-of-school moments, please be mindful of the information you’re posting. Certain details can be used by predators and scammers.

If you choose to share your child’s first-day photo, consider keeping identifying information to a minimum—even if you have strong privacy settings. A little extra caution can go a long way in helping keep your family safe online.

For more helpful back-to-school safety tips, visit NCMEC.org/blog

08/12/2026

We would like to extend our heartfelt thank you to the Hammond - WI Lions Foundation for their generous donation of this AED. Your support and commitment to the safety and well-being of our community are truly appreciated.

08/06/2026

🎉✨ Here are a few highlights from an amazing 2026 National Night Out in Hammond! 🚓💙

We had an absolute blast celebrating with all of you and showing what makes the Hammond community so special.

A HUGE THANK YOU 🙌 to our sponsors, participants, volunteers, attendees, and everyone who came out to make this year's National Night Out such a success. 🚔

We've already started planning for National Night Out 2027! If you have ideas, suggestions, or are interested in being a participant, we'd love to hear from you.

📧 Email us at [email protected] and help us make next year's event even bigger and better! 🎉

Thank you again for making Hammond such an amazing community! 👮🚒🚑🎶🍔🎊

08/05/2026

For only the second time in their history, the American Red Cross has declared a national blood crisis. Every donation matters. While all blood types are needed, the demand for Type O is especially critical. To schedule an appointment or learn about donor eligibility, please visit www.redcrossblood.org

08/05/2026

National Night Out 2026

Thank you to everyone who came out! We had an amazing time catching up with familiar faces, meeting new ones, and making memories. We truly appreciate everyone who joined us for another unforgettable night! 🤩