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1/24/13 - St. Baldrick's 2013
Going bald for a good reason

1/4/13 - Position CLOSED
Crime Prevention Officer (Civilian, part-time). Applications are due January 25, 2013 by 8 a.m.

12/19/12 - We Need Your Input!
Help us design our new website

12/19/12 - Snow is Coming!
Some tips to help you drive safely

12/14/12 - Toys for Tots Final
There will be lots of happy children!

12/10/12 - Position CLOSED
Community Service Officer / Telecommunicator. Applications are due January 11, 2013 by 8 a.m.

12/7/12 - Holiday Safety
It's a good time to review

12/6/12 - Holiday Card Success
A collection was done by the Crime Prevention Unit

11/30/12 - Toys for Tots Week 5
How are we doing on the collection?

11/16/12 - Toys for Tots Week 3
Looking good!

11/14/12 - Lock it Up!
Always lock your car doors

11/13/12 - Holiday Mail for Heroes
Send greetings to our troops

11/12/12 - Electricity Scam
A possible new scam has surfaced

11/9/12 - Toys for Tots Week 2
No new toys were added

11/2/12 - Toys for Tots Week 1
Our collection starts with...

11/1/12 - Candy and Toys
Too much candy? Here's an idea...

10/24/12 - Position Closed
Community Service Officer / Telecommunicator. Applications were due November 12 by 8 a.m.

10/18/12 - Toys for Tots 2012
Start thinking about the holidays

10/9/12 - Halloween Info
Trick-or-treating hours and safety tips

10/1/12 - Take Back Day Results
Not bad for a first time.

9/26/12 - Take Back Day
Prescription and OTC drugs can be dropped off for disposal

9/12/12 - 9/11 Remembered
A special gift received on a special day

9/10/12 - Expo Was Exceptional!
24 Agencies helped make this a police extravaganza!

9/5/12 - VHPD Raises $2,500
Tom & Eddie's event benefits the Special Olympics.

8/31/12 - Lots of Cops!
The LE Expo is coming!

8/27/12 - Active Shooter!
What would you do if this happened?

8/27/12 - Burgers and Badges
Get your burger served by a cop on Sept. 1!

8/8/12 - National Night Out Was a Blast!
Good times with good people!

8/2/12 - National Night Out Shaping Up
Our annual resident event is looking good!

7/16/12 - VHPD Now Distributing Yellow Dots
Got the Dot Program can save lives after a vehicle crash.

7/9/12 - ILCC Offers BASSET Training
A special training class for Chinese-speaking alcohol servers and sellers.

7/5/12 - National Night Out Location Set
We're looking for a few good players.

6/29/12 - Firework Safety
A reminder to "leave it to the professionals."

6/4/12 - Torch Run 2012
Cops will be running down Rt. 21 on June 10.

6/1/12 - Cops on Top 2012

5/29/12 - VHPD is Looking for Lateral Transfers (CLOSED)
Currently certified Police Officers are encouraged to apply. Deadline is June 29, 2012.

5/14/12 - Road to Close May 21
CN Railroad to close on Butterfield.

5/8/12 - Scam Reminder
Amazon is being used to trick you.

5/4/12 - Goodbye, BP!
Deputy Chief Bill Price retires.

4/30/12 - Latest Teen Problem
Read an article regarding kids drinking hand sanitizer to get high.

4/19/12 - Administrative Assistant in Records
Applications beings accepted thru May 14.

4/19/12 - Latest Edition
Read the latest edition of the Neighborhood Watch Newsletter.

4/12/12 - Local Arrest for Skimming
Chicago PD arrests 2 for this growing crime.

3/21/12 - Using Our Tipline
Help us to help you!

3/15/12 - Summer Reminder
A quick reminder of some "popular" ordinances.

3/10/12 - St. Baldrick's Event
Lots of heads got shaved and lots of money was raised!

3/5/12 - St. Baldrick's is This Weekend
We have an unusual participant getting a head shave!

3/5/12 - Polar Plunge 2012
The "Cop-sicles" Plunged again!

2/29/12 - Scams are Everywhere
Two scams hitting here in Vernon Hills.

2/27/12 - The Dangers of Helium
Inhalants claim another young life.

2/24/12 - Rise in ID Theft Tied to Smartphones
An article from Reuters explains.

2/23/12 - Want to Explore?
We're looking for 14-21 year olds who want to learn more about policing.

2/15/12 - The FTC Warns of Ticket Scam
A new scam involves fake traffic tickets via e-mail.

1/20/12 - Identity Theft
The new year is a good time to review this important topic.

1/12/12 - Message from the Chief
A review of 2011 in Vernon Hills.

1/11/12 - Time for a Shave
VHPD members will be shaving their heads for this worthy cause.

1/11/12 - Winter Driving Tips
The snow is on its way!

1/3/12 - New Laws
A quick look at some laws that are now in effect.

Have a happy and safe New Year!

12/15/11 - New Program to Assist First Responders
Have you Got the Dot?

12/6/11 - New Sex Offender Website
OffenderWatch is a real-time sex offender registry.

11/30/11 - Blackboard Connect Message
A message was sent out yesterday regarding Ruse Burglaries in the area.

11/22/11 - POSITIONS CLOSED: Community Service Officer (CSO) AND Administrative Assistant - Records Division
Thank you for your interest in the VHPD.

11/18/11 - Holiday Safety Reminder
Remember to be safe while out and about this holiday season.

10/27/11 - Special Test to Happen
A Nation-wide Emergency Alert Test is scheduled for Nov. 9.

10/25/11 - Christmas is Coming!
The Toys for Tots program is starting Nov. 1.

10/19/11 - Stand Down 2011
Warm winter clothing gets to our local Veterans.

9/20/11 - Cops 'n' Rivals
Finding a way to help our local Veterans in need.

9/19/11 - SRO to Receive Award
Officer is recognized for his efforts to keep teens safe.

9/12/11 - What a Weekend!
The 7th Annual Law Enforcement Expo

9/7/11 - Law Enforcement Expo This Weekend!
Lots of police stuff at Westfield Hawthorn on Saturday and Sunday.

9/2/11 - Explorers Attend 2011 Conference
Another successful conference in Springfield.

8/26/11 - Ruse Burglaries Still a Threat
This crime in continuing to happen in the area.

8/25/11 - TELECOMMUNICATOR NEEDED
We are hiring a full-time telecommunicator now!

8/3/11 - National Night Out 2011
Altho cut short, the event was fantastic!

7/27/11 - Telephone Scam is Back
Calls from your "grandchildren" can be expensive

7/14/11 - Operation Welcome Home
Welcome Home PFC Andrew Perez

6/20/11 - A Warning to Small Businesses
Be wary of a business named Fun Treasure Maps.

6/6/11 - Warning!
Ruse Burglary reports are on the rise.

5/25/11 - Self-Defense Class Was a Hit
27 women learned important information and techniques.

5/25/11 - Vernon Hills Residents Can Register Their Bikes
Get your stolen bike back quicker!

5/20/11 - The Cops Were on Top
It was a fabulous morning for our fund-raiser!

5/12/11 - Dunkin Donuts Cops on the Rooftop
View our PSA regarding this Special Olympics fund-raiser coming up on Friday, 5/20 from 5 AM - 9 AM.

4/21/11 - Operation Click! Finalists Announced
Two lucky VHHS students have a chance to win a car!

4/11/11 - Neighborhood Watch Newsletter Available
The Spring 2011 Edition is now available.

4/11/11 - Free Class for VH Women
Annual Women's Self-Defense Class will be held May 24.

4/6/11 - VHHS Wins Driving Program Award
Operation Teen Safe Driving Program chooses VH.

4/5/11 - Coats for Veterans
A reminder to help those less fortunate.

3/28/11 - BOLO
Be On the LookOut for more phishing e-mails.

3/28/11 - Suspicious Persons in the Area
Local reports of attempted ruses.

3/28/11 - SRO Koch on Internet Dangers
Officer Koch and VHHS are featured in a CBS interview.

3/22/11 - ComEd Warns of Scam
Cases of impersonation have increased.

3/15/11 - Sad News
We say good-bye to Bullet and Storm.

3/11/11 - Another Scam
A scam e-mail is dissected.

3/10/11 - The FTC Releases Latest Report
Identity Theft tops the list for the 11th straight year.

3/9/11 - The Latest E-mail Virus
An old e-mail with a new look that will put a virus on your computer.

3/1/11 - Lincolnshire Warns of Scam
A neighboring town has a report of a phone scam.

2/27/11 - The Frozen Copsicles Do It Again!
This year's Polar Plunge was another success, raising more money than ever before for the Special Olympics.

2/10/11 - A Unique Opportunity for VH Residents
Sign up for our Citizen's Police Academy!

1/19/11 - A Message from Chief Fleischhauer
A personal message for the residents of Vernon Hills.

1/17/11 - Make Your Safety Resolution
More local Ruse Burglaries should make you more aware.

12/20/10 - Toys for Tots 2010
Another successful year of collecting toys for needy kids.

12/8/10 - BBB is Warning Veterans
The Better Business Bureau is warning Vets about an e-mail scam.

12/2/10 - More Scams
A couple more things to be aware of.

The Vernon Hills Police Department wishes you a safe and happy Thanksgiving!

11/23/10 - Think About the Children
The VHPD kicks off its annual Toys for Tots drive.

11/23/10 - Holidays Bring Out the Crooks
Learn what crime increases around the holidays.

11/1/10 - Scams, Scams and More Scams
Several scams are being reported.

10/19/10 - Thanks For Helping!
Our collection of coats and gloves for Veterans is helped by the generosity of others.

10/14/10 - Another Law Reminder
Cell phone use is banned in school and work zones.

10/13/10 - Did You Know?
New law requires cars to stop (not just yield) at crosswalks.

10/1/10 - Scam Alert!
Elderly victims are being targeted.

9/24/10 - New Information for Parents
Find out about K2 and the dangers of texting while driving.

9/23/10 - "Teens, Drugs and Alcohol"
Important one-night presentation at Stevenson H.S. on October 27.

9/20/10 - Pet Safety Reminder
Dogs and cats must be on leashes

9/17/10 - Child Safety Week
September 19-25

9/16/10 - Entertainment Book Sale in Progress
Pick up the 2011 Edition for great savings and to help support our Explorer Post.

9/13/10 - Expo a Huge Success!
Get an update and see pictures from our 6th Annual Law Enforcement Exhibition.

8/25/10 - Keep a Veteran Warm
We need coats and gloves for our Vets!

8/18/10 - Car Seat Checks
Car seat checks at Condell on August 28.

8/17/10 - Protect Your Valuables!
Car burglaries are on the rise.

8/9/10 - Deerpath Roadwork Update
Asphalt patching and paving happening this week.

8/4/10 - National Night Out - Hot! Hot! Hot!
Another successful year!

7/28/10 - National Night Out 2010
Tuesday, August 3 from 4-8pm at Hartmann Park.

7/22/10 - Citizen's Police Academy to Start Soon
Find out why the police do things the way they do.

7/22/10 - E-mail Scam
Don't fall for this convincing threat.

7/18/10 - Run From The Cops 5K
The Department's largest fund-raising effort was yet another success in 2010.

6/22/10 - YOU Can Help!
Two events this week to help our troops and those with cancer.

6/18/10 - Law Enforcement Torch Run
Why we do it.

6/10/10 - VHPD and OMNI
The Village forms a new partnership.

6/1/10 - VHHS Senior Megan Escanilla
A new recipient of the Jesse Goldsmith Scholarship

5/27/10 - Veteran's Recognition Ceremony
Vernon Hills held its own ceremony for those who have served our country.

5/19/10 - Women's Self-Defense Class for VH Residents
Sign up now for the class! Tuesday, May 25, 2010

5/17/10 - Open House Recap
See what went on and help us make it better next year!

5/11/10 - What's a cop doing up there???
Find out what's going on at Dunkin Donuts on Friday, May 21.

4/28/10 - Police Department Open House
Our Open House will be Sunday, May 16 from 1-4 pm.

4/22/10 - Honoring Our Veterans
A special service is planned for our special Veterans.

4/14/10 - Partying? My Kid?
Don't miss this informative meeting for all parents and community members!

4/12/10 - National 911 Education Month
Find out what you really know about calling 911.

3/26/10 - Vernon Hills Gets 'Sticker Shock'ed
High school students spread the word about underage alcohol sales.

2/27/10 - The VHPD Takes the Polar Plunge
This annual event has become a mainstay to help raise money for the Special Olympics.

2/18/10 - More Scams Against the Elderly
Ruse scams are on the rise.

2/8/10 - Metra Parking Rates Will Increase
Beginning March 1, 2010, the rates to park at the Metra lot will increase.

2/5/10 - VH Welcomes Home One of Our Own
Sgt. Jeffrey Thies receives a hero's welcome after coming home from Iraq.

2/2/10 - New Pages on Our Website
Find out what the newest laws are and what our next new page will offer.

1/14/10 - Mall Parking Lot Warning
Read the News-Sun article regarding recent robberies of women in mall parking lots.

1/11/10 - The 2010 Census and Possible Identity Theft
Tips to keep in mind during the 2010 Census.

1/6/10 - Accident Reports Now Available Online
A quicker way to receive a Vernon Hills accident report.

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