Paradise Police Department

10/21/2026

🚲⚡ KNOW YOUR RIDE, PARADISE!⚡️🚲

The Paradise Police Department is working with Paradise Unified School District to help keep the children of our community safe, including on their rides to and from school.

We want kids to have fun, enjoy the outdoors and explore our community. The last thing any of us wants is for a child—or someone sharing the road or sidewalk—to get hurt. Helping families understand their child’s electric bicycle, motorcycle or scooter is an important part of preventing that.

These devices have different rules for rider ages, helmets, licensing and where they can be used. A vehicle advertised as an “e-bike” may actually be an electric motorcycle and may not be legal for your child to ride on public roads.

Parents and caregivers, please review the attached flyer with your children. Check their equipment, discuss their route and remind them to stop at stop signs, watch for pedestrians and ride responsibly around schools.

Unlawful riding can lead to citations, fines and impoundment costs—but most importantly, it can lead to our children being seriously hurt. Parents who knowingly allow an unlicensed child to operate a motor vehicle on public roads can also face citations. In circumstances involving child endangerment, arrest and criminal charges may be possible—not simply because a child committed a riding violation.

Keeping our kids safe takes all of us: families, schools and law enforcement working together. Let’s help them enjoy the ride and make it home safely. 💚💛

10/19/2026

☀️ Good morning, Paradise! Happy Monday!

From all of us at the Paradise Police Department, we hope your week starts with a smile, a little kindness, and a good cup of coffee. ☕💙

Whether you’re heading to work, dropping the kids off at school, or enjoying a quiet morning on the Ridge, take your time, drive safely, and look out for one another.

Here’s to a safe and wonderful week, Paradise. We’re proud to serve you!

10/15/2026

This is a message from the Town of Paradise. The Early Warning Siren Test will take place today at 12 PM. For more information, visit townofparadise.com.

10/13/2026

Paradise Police Alert: Due to expected winds and dry conditions, PG&E has planned to proactively turn off power in some areas of Paradise. To find out if your location is impacted, enter your address on PG&E’s interactive map here: https://pgealerts.alerts.pge.com/psps-updates/ For further information call 211, text PSPS to 211, or visit 211.org

10/09/2026

🥪💙 Tomorrow, Paradise—let’s show up for John!

Join us Friday, October 9, at Paradise High School for a tri-tip sandwich fundraiser honoring Detective Sergeant John Alvies. John has dedicated years to serving our community and coaching our youth. Let’s keep that support coming as he and his family navigate his recovery.

Sandwiches are available for a minimum donation of $13—a tribute to John’s badge number, S13.

A heartfelt thank-you to Ol’ 6-Six Spice Co., the Paradise Police Officers Association, Paradise High School, and the Rotary Club of Paradise for making this happen.

Come hungry, bring a friend, and help us remind John that his community is behind him. Please share! 💙

10/09/2026

10/05/2026

Please join us in welcoming Officer Nicolo DiStefano to the Paradise Police Department!

Officer DiStefano joins us after serving with the Chico Police Department, bringing valuable law enforcement experience and a commitment to serving our community. We are excited to welcome him as he begins this next chapter in Paradise.

Congratulations, Officer DiStefano, and welcome to the Paradise PD family!

10/01/2026

🏈 Come hungry, cheer loud, and support one of Paradise’s own! 💚💛

Join us October 9th at Paradise High School’s homecoming football game against Colusa High School for a tri-tip sandwich fundraiser supporting Detective Sergeant John Alvies and his family!

A Paradise High alum and longtime youth football coach, John has spent more than 15 years supporting our kids on and off the field. Let’s show up for the man who has shown up for so many of us. 💙

🥪 Minimum donation: $13 per sandwich, honoring John’s badge number, S13.
📱 Pay or donate using the Venmo QR code on the flyer—even while waiting in line!

Thank you to Ol’ 6 Six Spice Co., the Paradise Police Officers’ Association, and the Rotary Club of Paradise for making this fundraiser possible!

Bobcats and Colusa fans alike—everyone is welcome to grab a sandwich and support the Alvies family! Bring your appetite, and we’ll see you at the game! 🐾


Paradise High School
Colusa High School

09/30/2026

☕️ Small town. BIG hearts. 💙

Your coffee habit now has a cause! Small Town Roasters has graciously pledged to donate 100% of their October profits to the Alvies family as Sergeant John Alvies continues his recovery!

Let’s show this generous local business some love while supporting a hometown hero. Stock up on your favorite coffee, grab some for a friend, and help spread the word! ☕️🙌

Thank you, Small Town Roasters, for brewing up some serious kindness. This community never ceases to amaze us! 💙