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Eddystone Bike Safety Event

Community Meeting: Bike and E-Scooter Safety – Thursday, November 6th

This FREE event is for parents to learn about bike safety and e-scooter safety.

We will also be able to do helmet fitting and we will have a limited amount of free helmets available for students in need.

Thursday, November 6th – 6:30 PM
Eddystone Elementary School

1410 9th Street, Eddsystone, PA 19022

presented by the Delaware County Transportation Management Association and Delaware County Traffic Safety Project.


Senior Health Event

Senior Healthcare Event – Saturday, October 4th at Lighthouse Hall

Eddystone Borough will host a Senior Health Event from 11 AM to 2 PM on Saturday, October 4. The event will feature Healthcare Agencies, Homecare Agency, Save Your Soles Podiatry (Dr. Ranzi), Pharmacy, and Other Senior Services will be available.

Vaccines for will be available on site:
Flu – Covid – Pneumonia – Shingles – RSV

Bring Proof of Insurance and ID

For more information contact Mayor Hughes: rhughes@eddystoneboro.org / 484-860-8811

Eddystone Police

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: Now Accepting Applications for Police Turnkey Position

The Eddystone Borough Police Department is seeking applicants for the position of Police Turnkey

Interested persons should come to the police department in-person to complete a job application on or before October 2, 2025.

Eddystone Police Department
1300 Twelfth Street
Eddystone, PA 19022

Open 8 am – 4 pm



Job Description:

EDDYSTONE BOROUGH POLICE TURNKEY

Hourly pay: $18 per hour

Police Turnkey is responsible for managing the security and safety of detainees within short-term secured detention. The job requires a strong focus on maintaining a safe and secure environment, as well as ensuring the well-being of individuals in short-term secured detention. 

Responsibilities and duties

  • Maintaining security: Overseeing the safety and security of detainees, conducting regular inspections of cells and common areas.
  • Detainee monitoring and observation: Observation and monitoring of detainees to provide reasonable assurance that the safety and welfare of the detainee are adequately addressed and ensure adherence to department policies and procedures.
  • Record keeping: Maintaining accurate records of detainees.
  • Compliance: Ensuring compliance with all state, federal, and department policies and procedures.

Qualifications and skills

  • Experience: Previous experience in law enforcement or as a correctional officer preferred.
  • Skills: Strong communication and interpersonal skills, the ability to remain calm and decisive under pressure, experience in conflict resolution and crisis management, and familiarity with security systems and surveillance equipment.
  • Training and education: A high school diploma or GED equivalent is required, along with completion of department training.
  • Physical and ethical requirements: Good physical condition and stamina, strong ethical standards and integrity, and the ability to pass a criminal background check.
  • Work availability: Willingness to work various shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays, is often necessary. 

Memorial Day 2025

Memorial Day Celebration: Parade, Festivities, Fireworks – Sunday, May 25th

Rain Date Monday, May 26th
Parade Route Begins Promptly At Noon
Assembles At Boeing Union Hall (1000 E 4th Street at 11:30 AM)
Ending at the Monument at 12th & Saville

Contest for Bikes, Scooters, Strollers, Wagons
1st 2nd, & 3rd prizes awarded to each age Group
0-3 Years, 4-6, 7-9, 10-12

*Judging will be Held at 11:35. YOU MUST BE ON TIME!

Day and Evening Festivities at Dom Marion Field

1401 9th Street (Behind Lighthouse Hall)

Day Events:
Hot Dogs, Drinks, Music & Carnival Activities
1pm-3pm
(Free To Eddystone Residents And Their Families.)

Evening Events:
Fireworks!
Glow Items and Snacks For Sale
*Fireworks Begin at Dusk

Memorial Day