West New York Police, 428 60th Street, West New York, NJ (2026)

10/15/2026

DWI CHECKPOINT – FRIDAY, OCTOBER 30, 2026

The West New York Police Department will be conducting a DWI Checkpoint on Friday, October 30, 2026, from 10:00 PM to 4:00 AM in the area of 5200 John F. Kennedy Boulevard.

From February through October 2026, our department has conducted a total of 4 DWI checkpoints, resulting in 15 DWI arrests. These enforcement efforts demonstrate our continued commitment to preventing impaired driving and keeping our roadways safe.

Please read the full media release in the attached images, available in both English and Spanish.

PUNTO DE CONTROL DE DWI – VIERNES, 30 DE OCTUBRE DE 2026

El Departamento de Policía de West New York llevará a cabo un punto de control de DWI el viernes, 30 de octubre de 2026, de 10:00 p. m. a 4:00 a. m., en el área de 5200 John F. Kennedy Boulevard.

Desde febrero hasta octubre de 2026, nuestro departamento ha realizado un total de 4 puntos de control de DWI, que resultaron en 15 arrestos por conducir bajo los efectos del alcohol o las dr**as. Estos esfuerzos demuestran nuestro compromiso continuo de prevenir la conducción bajo los efectos de sustancias y mantener nuestras carreteras seguras.

Le invitamos a leer el comunicado de prensa completo en las imágenes adjuntas, disponible tanto en inglés como en español.

10/14/2026

NATIONAL PRESCRIPTION DRUG TAKE BACK DAY

The West New York Police Department, in partnership with the DEA, invites residents to safely dispose of unused or unwanted prescription medications.

Date: Saturday, October 24, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Location: 515 54th Street – Senior Center, West New York, NJ

IMPORTANT: The drop-off location will be OUTSIDE the Senior Center, not inside the building.

Accepted:

* Unused prescription medications
* V**e devices (without batteries)
* Liquids in sealed containers

Not Accepted:

* Syringes or EpiPens
* Inhalers
* Illicit drugs
* V**e pens with batteries

No ID required. No questions asked. Please remove personal information from prescription labels before disposal.

Help us prevent medication misuse, protect our environment, and keep our community safe.

DÍA NACIONAL DE RECOLECCIÓN DE MEDICAMENTOS RECETADOS

El Departamento de Policía de West New York, en colaboración con la DEA, invita a todos los residentes a desechar de manera segura los medicamentos recetados que ya no utilicen o necesiten.

Fecha: Sábado, 24 de octubre de 2026
Horario: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Lugar: 515 54th Street – Centro de Personas Mayores (Senior Center), West New York, NJ

IMPORTANTE: El punto de recolección estará ubicado AFUERA del Centro de Personas Mayores, NO dentro del edificio.

Se aceptan:

* Medicamentos recetados que ya no se utilicen
* Dispositivos de vapeo (sin baterías)
* Medicamentos líquidos en envases sellados

No se aceptan:

* Jeringas ni autoinyectores EpiPen
* Inhaladores
* Dr**as ilícitas
* Dispositivos de vapeo con baterías

No se requiere identificación. No se harán preguntas. Por favor, retire la información personal de las etiquetas de los medicamentos antes de entregarlos.

¡Ayúdenos a prevenir el uso indebido de medicamentos, proteger nuestro medio ambiente y mantener segura a nuestra comunidad.

10/11/2026

The West New York Police Department stands in solidarity with the Philadelphia Police Department as we mourn the loss of Police Officer Shane Seiber.

Our deepest condolences go out to his family, friends, fellow officers, and the entire Philadelphia Police Department during this difficult time.

Rest in eternal peace, Officer Seiber.

Philadelphia Police Department

09/30/2026

🚨 PUBLIC ALERT – HISPANIC PARADE

The West New York Police Department is advising residents, visitors, and motorists of important parking and traffic restrictions for the Hispanic Parade this Sunday, October 4th.

NO PARKING – 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM
No parking will be permitted anywhere on Bergenline Avenue from 49th Street through 67th Street.

ALL VEHICLES MUST BE REMOVED BEFORE 8:00 AM. VEHICLES REMAINING AFTER 8:00 AM ARE SUBJECT TO BEING TOWED.

All streets leading onto Bergenline Avenue within the affected area will also be closed. Heavy traffic and delays should be expected, and motorists are encouraged to avoid the area and use alternate routes whenever possible.

The parade will also travel through neighboring municipalities, so please check with those municipalities for additional parking restrictions and road closures.

We apologize for any inconvenience these restrictions may cause. However, these measures are necessary to help ensure the safety of the parade’s operation.

Once the parade has concluded, Bergenline Avenue and the surrounding streets will be reopened as soon as it is safe to do so. Parking will resume once the roadway has been reopened by police.

Please come out, enjoy the Hispanic Parade, celebrate responsibly, and cooperate with officers and traffic personnel throughout the event. A significant police presence will be in the area to assist with traffic and help ensure a safe and enjoyable celebration for everyone.

ALERTA PÚBLICA – DESFILE HISPANO

El West New York Police Department informa a los residentes, visitantes y conductores sobre importantes restricciones de estacionamiento y tránsito debido al Desfile Hispano este domingo, 4 de octubre.

NO ESTACIONAR – 8:00 AM a 4:00 PM
No se permitirá estacionar en Bergenline Avenue desde la calle 49 hasta la calle 67.

TODOS LOS VEHÍCULOS DEBEN SER RETIRADOS ANTES DE LAS 8:00 AM. LOS VEHÍCULOS QUE PERMANEZCAN ESTACIONADOS DESPUÉS DE LAS 8:00 AM ESTARÁN SUJETOS A SER REMOLCADOS.

Todas las calles que conducen hacia Bergenline Avenue dentro del área afectada también estarán cerradas. Se anticipa tráfico intenso y demoras, por lo que se recomienda a los conductores evitar el área y utilizar

09/30/2026

🚨 DWI CHECKPOINT – FRIDAY, OCTOBER 9, 2026 🚨

The West New York Police Department will be conducting a DWI checkpoint on Friday, October 9, 2026, from 10:00 p.m. to 4:00 a.m. in the area of 5200 John F. Kennedy Boulevard.

The purpose of this checkpoint is to promote public safety and deter impaired driving before it happens. Officers will be monitoring for signs of impairment from alcohol, drugs, and certain prescription or over-the-counter medications. Additional patrols will also be deployed throughout the Town of West New York as part of our continued effort to keep our roadways safe.

In 2026, the West New York Police Department has conducted three DWI checkpoints at this location, resulting in 11 DWI arrests: 4 on February 21, 2 on April 11, and 5 on May 16.

We remind everyone to plan ahead. Use a designated driver, taxi, rideshare, or public transportation. Never drive impaired. If you observe a suspected impaired driver, contact law enforcement.

Please see the full statement for the complete press release in both English and Spanish.

Help us keep our roads safe for everyone.

09/21/2026

🚨 PUBLIC ALERT – DOMINICAN REPUBLIC PARADE

The West New York Police Department is advising residents, visitors, and motorists of important parking and traffic restrictions for the Dominican Republic Parade this Sunday, September 27th.

🚫 NO PARKING – 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM
No parking will be permitted anywhere on Bergenline Avenue from 49th Street through 67th Street.

ALL VEHICLES MUST BE REMOVED BEFORE 8:00 AM. VEHICLES REMAINING AFTER 8:00 AM ARE SUBJECT TO BEING TOWED.

All streets leading onto Bergenline Avenue within the affected area will also be closed. Heavy traffic and delays should be expected, and motorists are encouraged to avoid the area and use alternate routes whenever possible.

Once the parade has concluded, Bergenline Avenue will be reopened as soon as it is safe to do so. Parking will resume once the roadway has been reopened by police.

The parade will also travel through neighboring municipalities, so please check with those municipalities for additional parking restrictions and road closures.

We apologize for any inconvenience these restrictions may cause. These measures are necessary to help ensure the safety of parade participants, spectators, motorists, and the community.

Please come out, enjoy the Dominican Republic Parade, celebrate responsibly, and cooperate with officers and traffic personnel throughout the event. A significant police presence will be in the area to assist with traffic and help ensure a safe and enjoyable celebration for everyone.

🇩🇴 Enjoy the parade and stay safe!

West New York Police Department

09/12/2026

The West New York Police Department stands with the Secaucus Police Department as they mourn the loss of Patrolman Matthew Kirvin, Badge #182.

Our deepest condolences are with his family, friends, fellow officers, and the entire Secaucus community during this difficult time.

Rest in peace, Patrolman Kirvin. Never forgotten.
Secaucus Police Department

09/12/2026

The West New York Police Department recognizes National Police Woman’s Day and the women who serve our department and community each day.

We thank our female officers for their professionalism, dedication, and continued commitment to public service.

Today, we also recognize women in law enforcement across the country for their service and contributions to the profession.

Happy National Police Woman’s Day from the West New York Police Department.

09/11/2026

The West New York Police Department would like to thank everyone who joined us today at Donnelly Park for the annual September 11th Remembrance Ceremony.

A special thank you to Mayor Albio Sires, the West New York Board of Commissioners, and Police Director Henry Codina, for taking part in today’s ceremony.

We also thank all of our residents, first responders, town personnel, and community members who attended and took the time to remember those who lost their lives on September 11, 2001.

Twenty-five years later, we continue to honor the victims, their families, and the first responders who answered the call that day.

We will never forget. 🇺🇸

09/10/2026

🚨 PARADE & PARKING ADVISORY 🚨

The West New York Police Department would like to remind residents and visitors that the El Salvador Parade will take place this Sunday, September 13th.

NO PARKING will be permitted on Bergenline Avenue from 49th Street through 67th Street between 8:00 AM and 4:00 PM.

⚠️ IMPORTANT: All vehicles must be removed from Bergenline Avenue BEFORE 8:00 AM. Any vehicles remaining after 8:00 AM should EXPECT TO BE TOWED.

Due to the parade, all streets leading onto Bergenline Avenue within the affected area will be closed. Heavy traffic and delays are expected, and drivers are strongly encouraged to avoid the area and use alternate routes.

The parade will also travel through neighboring municipalities. Please check with those municipalities for their respective parking restrictions, street closures, and traffic advisories.

We encourage everyone attending to come out, enjoy the El Salvador Parade, celebrate responsibly, and help us keep the event safe. There will be a significant police presence throughout the area to assist with traffic, maintain public safety, and ensure everyone can enjoy the festivities safely.

Please be respectful of one another, follow all directions from officers, and avoid any behavior that could disrupt the celebration.

Enjoy the parade and stay safe!

West New York Police Department

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