Wanaque Police Department

10/22/2026

WANAQUE RECEIVES $350,000 OF FEDERAL GRANTS FOR UPGRADES TO OUR POLICE EQUIPMENT AND POLICE TRAINING

On October 19, 2026, at a press conference at Bloomingdale Town Hall, Congressman Josh Gottheimer announced that the Borough of Wanaque is the recipient of $350,000 of Federal Grants. The grants are part of the congressional Invest to Protect Act intended to assist with upgrading emergency communications, expand counterterrorism and first response training and strengthen public safety while delivering tax relief. Present at the press conference were Wanaque Mayor Dan Mahler and Wanaque Police Chief Keith Spilane. The Grants consist of $300,000 earmarked for upgrades to police equipment and $50,000 earmarked for counterterrorism and other response training.

The full text of the press conference can be read at: https://gottheimer.house.gov/posts/release-gottheimer-claws-back-1-2-million-in-federal-dollars-for-public-safety-in-passaic-county

10/07/2026

October is Breast Cancer Awareness month. Our patches were redesigned to raise awareness of breast cancer and support those who are undergoing treatment, survived cancer or lost their battle with cancer and for those who lost their loved ones.
You will also notice The Wanaque Police Department is supporting awareness by wearing pink rear vest panels and have placed custom pink ribbon magnets on our patrol cars for the month of October!
"Pink is more than just a color; it is a symbol of strength, resilience, and community."🩷 Wanaque PBA 407

10/07/2026

UPDATE: RINGWOOD AVE IS NOW OPEN.

Traffic delays on Ringwood Ave North and Southbound due to an accident near Saint Francis. Expect delays.

10/04/2026

WPD is trying to locate the owner of two American bully/Pitbull dogs. Animal control has picked them up from the woods behind Toquet Street and we’ve had no luck trying to locate an owner.
If you think you recognize these dogs or know the owner, please reach out to us at 973-835-5600. Please share post.

10/02/2026

10/2/26- The Wanaque Police Dept is attempting to locate the owner of an E-scooter that was recently found in the area of Belmont Ave. If you believe this scooter may be yours, please contact us at 973-835-5600. The owner will be required to provide identifying information and/or details that establish ownership before the scooter will be released.

09/24/2026

Due to the predicted forecast for this coming Saturday, the Wanaque Day Picnic is being postponed until Saturday October 10th. (Rain date: Oct 11th)
There are quite a few factors which went into this decision, not just the rain on Saturday and Sunday, but the wind as well. Our tent company does not feel comfortable putting the tents up Friday night and having them up for the weekend with all the projected wind and the possibility of them being blown over. We also must consider the wind with our blow-ups, virtual golf and fireworks as well. With the fireworks we have to worry about the lit embers heading into the woods and starting a fire.

This was not an easy decision to make considering how many people are affected by it, but it is a decision which had to be made for the safety of all involved, especially our residents.

Best Regards
Paul Johannemann
Borough of Wanaque Recreation Director

09/04/2026

9/11 25th ANNIVERSARY REMEMBRANCE SERVICES
A day of remembrance and service in the United States to honor the victims of the 2001 terrorist attacks.
Honoring the nearly 3,000 lives lost, the bravery of first responders, and the enduring spirit of unity 🇺🇸

09/02/2026

08/18/2026

Due to emergency utility repairs expect closures and heavy delays on Conklintown Road between Mountain Lakes Drive and Wilson Drive today from 7:00am to 7:00pm.

08/06/2026

The New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission (NJMVC) Mobile Unit ("Agency-on-Wheels")
This service is by appointment only, first come first serve.
August 7, 2026 - 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.🚐
Questions, call the Municipal Clerk at 973-839-3000 ext. 7111