East Kingston Police Department

01/27/2026

South Road is currently shut down from Eaton Woods to Rt 107a. Please seek alternate route

Update: Road open

South Rd at the intersection of Main Ave is currently closed due to a downed pole. We will update when it is back open!

01/23/2026

With the upcoming storm Waste Management has delayed trash pickup for Monday January 26th. Please refrain from putting your barrels out until Tuesday morning so they do not interfere with snow removal.

If you have to venture out during the storm please keep your speeds down and remember there is no parking on roadways or you could be subject to a ticket and tow.

10/22/2025

📅Mark Your Calendar! DEA National Prescription Drug Take Back Day 📦💊 is Saturday, October 25th!

Take Back Day is a great reminder to safely dispose of unused or expired medications — keeping them out of the wrong hands and protecting the environment.

Saturday, October 25, 2025 | 10 AM–2 PM
Safely drop off pills, capsules, or patches (no liquids, needles, or sharps). 🔗 Learn more: www.deatakeback.com

If you can’t make it that day, no problem! You can safely dispose of unwanted medications year-round at one of our local permanent drop box locations:

🚓 Atkinson Police Department
🚓 Hampstead, NH Police Department
🚓 Newton NH Police Department
🚓 Kingston, NH Police Department
🚓 Plaistow New Hampshire Police Department
🚓 Sandown Police Department

Together, we can help prevent prescription drug misuse and keep our communities safe. 💙 Fremont NH Police Department Danville, NH Police Department

10/15/2025

Join in tomorrow night at the East Kingston, NH Library for an informative presentation for both new drivers and masters of the road!

Eliminating deaths on New Hampshire’s roadways is an important vision and the driving force behind the work of the New Hampshire “Driving Toward Zero” (NHDTZD) campaign, it is also an important vision for all who travel New Hampshire’s roadways – by motor vehicle, truck, bicycle or even by foot day and night under all types of weather conditions.
The NHDTZ’s mission is to create a safety culture where even one roadway fatality is one too many. Please join us to hear about the “Driving Toward Zero” campaign and learn the common causes of accidents

Pre-registration is required via the link below
http://www.eastkingstonlibrary.org/adult

09/07/2025

30 years ago today, the sacrifice is never forgotten

NH - East Kingston Police Department

MELVIN ALAN KEDDY

Officer Melvin Keddy was struck and killed by a drunk driver's vehicle while investigating a one-car accident. He was flown to Massachusetts General Hospital, where he was pronounced dead.

The 32-year-old suspect, charged with negligent homicide, accepted a plea bargain following a hung jury.

On September 7, 2005, a portion of Route 125 was dedicated as the Officer Melvin A. Keddy Memorial Highway.

09/05/2025

Thinking about a career change? The East Kingston Police Department is hiring for both full-time and part-time patrolman positions! Stop by the PD Monday-Friday 8-4 or send a resume and cover letter to [email protected]

Certification is preferred but not required, full-time pay range $27.79-$35.97 depending on experience

08/12/2025

If you have not obtained your 2025 dog license please stop by the Town Clerk’s Office before Friday the 15th to avoid further fines and possible court summonses

Town clerk hours:
Tuesday- 8am-4pm
Wednesday- 4pm-7pm
Thursday- 8am-4pm
Friday- 8am-12pm

06/20/2025

Do you recognize either of these individuals? They were involved in a scam on an elderly resident in East Kingston on June 9, 2025.
If you recognize them please contact Sgt. Frost at 603-642-5427

06/07/2025

Request for Public Assistance – Crash Involving Utility Pole

The Newton Police Department is seeking the public’s help regarding a crash that occurred across from 45 North Main Street, Newton.
Timeframe: Between 10:00 AM and 3:30 PM today
Suspect Vehicle: Believed to be a white Volkswagen traveling southbound, which crossed into the opposite lane and struck a utility pole, snapping it.
At this time, we are concerned not only with identifying the vehicle and driver involved, but also for the well-being of the driver and any passengers who may have been injured in the crash.

We’re asking nearby residents, businesses, or passersby who may have:

Seen or heard the crash

Noticed a white Volkswagen with fresh significant damage

Have security or dashcam footage from the area

to please contact the Newton Police Department at 603-382-6774 or Rockingham Dispatch at 603-679-2225. You can a send a private message if you prefer. Officer Christian King will be the investigating Officer.

Your help could make a real difference. Thank you for supporting the safety of our community.

04/24/2025

NEWS RELEASE: DRIVER SERIOUSLY INJURED AFTER CRASH IN EAST KINGSTON

EAST KINGSTON, N.H. – A South Hampton woman suffered serious injuries after crashing into a truck.

At 12:26 p.m. today, April 23, 2025, State Troopers assigned to the Troop A barracks responded to a report of a serious crash on South Road in East Kingston. At the request of East Kingston Police Department, Troopers assumed primary responsibility of the investigation.

The preliminary investigation determined that a 2015 Jeep Patriot, driven by Erin Baker, 53, of South Hampton, was traveling southbound on South Road, when it left its lane of travel, crossed the road and collided with the rear end of a stationary 1994 International 9200 6x4 truck. The International truck was unoccupied at the time of crash.

As a result of the collision, Baker suffered serious injuries and was transported by medical helicopter to an area hospital for treatment.

Troopers on the scene were assisted by members of the East Kingston Police Department, the East Kingston Fire Department, the Newton Fire Department, and the Kensington Police Department.

All aspects of this crash remain under investigation. Anyone with information about this event is asked to contact Trooper Kevin LeDoux at [email protected].

04/06/2025

ROUTE 107 at the railroad crossing is closed for repairs until Wednesday April 9th. Please follow the marked detour route