Every year, kids are sent to the emergency room from unintentional injuries. That’s why the Blaine Police Department, Spring Lake Park – Blaine – Mounds View Fire Department and Blaine Parks and Recreation team up to put on an annual Safety Camp.
DWI’S SEE AN INCREASE THIS HOLIDAY SEASON
Ten percent more drivers were arrested for drunk driving over the recent holiday season compared to last year.
HEROES AND HELPERS BRING GIFTS AND CHEER
On Tuesday afternoon, Blaine’s Super Target was full of students who were Christmas shopping with police officers and firefighters.
MEET BLAINE’S NEW POLICE CHIEF, BRIAN PODANY
Podany spent the last 20 years working for the Anoka County Sheriff’s Office, now he is settling into his new role as the Blaine Police Chief.
BLAINE POLICE DEPT. COLLECTS ‘TOYS FOR JOY’
The Blaine Police Department is just one of many local organizations that will be collecting new unwrapped toys for children.
POLICE CHIEF FINALISTS MEET COMMUNITY
This week the community had a chance to meet and interact with the five finalists to become the next Blaine police chief. The candidates spent two days in the city this week meeting citizens, interviewing with city staff and touring the city.
Slow Down in School Zones
School has been back in session for about a month now, but drivers in Blaine haven’t fully adjusted to the school speed limits yet. The Blaine Police Department has responded with a strong presence outside of schools this year, reminding drivers to slow down.
Blaine Names Five Finalists in Police Chief Search
Blaine has named its five finalists for the job of Police Chief. Former Chief Chris Olson retired from the job in June and the city has been working with a search firm to find his replacement.
