Takoma Park Toy Drive Now Underway

Takoma Park’s first responders teamed up to launch their annual toy drive yesterday, which will run until Dec. 20, according to a community advisory. The Takoma Park Volunteer Fire Department and the Takoma Park Police Department are accepting new, unwrapped toys and gift cards.

Takoma Park Police Seeking Applicants for Community Police Academy

The Takoma Park Police Department is looking for residents interested in applying for the Community Police Academy, according to a community advisory. The academy is limited to 25 people who would like to learn more about topics including patrol, traffic enforcement, use of force, criminal investigations, canine, firearms, crisis negotiation and more.