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06/12/2026

Found Property – Cremation Pendant

The South Plainfield Police Department is seeking the rightful owner of a cremation pendant that was recovered in the Lakeview Avenue area in May 2025.

The item has been held for the required period and, while initially believed to be a simple silver pendant, it has since been identified as a cremation pendant.

If you believe this item may belong to you, a friend, or a family member, please contact the South Plainfield Police Department and provide a detailed description of the pendant in order to verify ownership.

Thank you for your assistance.

Couple more spots left for our dispatchers courses. Hard deadline to register will be Monday, June 15th.
06/12/2026

Couple more spots left for our dispatchers courses. Hard deadline to register will be Monday, June 15th.

The South Plainfield Police Department would like to recognize Lieutenant Peter Magnani for his decades of dedicated ser...
06/11/2026

The South Plainfield Police Department would like to recognize Lieutenant Peter Magnani for his decades of dedicated service to our community.

Lieutenant Magnani’s commitment to public service began at just 16 years old as a volunteer with the South Plainfield Rescue Squad. He later served as a police dispatcher before joining the South Plainfield Police Department, where he rose through the ranks and retired as a Lieutenant. His professionalism, leadership, and commitment to the residents of South Plainfield have left a lasting impact on both the department and the community he proudly served.

Throughout his career, Lieutenant Magnani served in a variety of specialized roles, including Field Training Officer, Drug Recognition Expert, and member of the Traffic Safety Bureau. He was also the department’s First Aid and CPR Instructor, helping train and prepare generations of officers to serve the community. Even in retirement, Lieutenant Magnani will continue serving the borough by providing First Aid and CPR training to residents and organizations throughout the community. In addition, he served as President of the South Plainfield PBA, advocating for his fellow officers and further demonstrating his dedication to the profession.

We thank Lieutenant Magnani for his many years of service to the South Plainfield community and congratulate him on an outstanding career! Pete Mags

The 200 Club of Middlesex County of Middlesex County held their 52nd annual awards ceremony on May 21, 2026. Five South ...
05/28/2026

The 200 Club of Middlesex County of Middlesex County held their 52nd annual awards ceremony on May 21, 2026. Five South Plainfield officers were honored at the event.

On October 7, 2025, South Plainfield officers responded to Hadley Commons Mall for reports of an armed male wearing a ski mask and gloves. When officers attempted to engage the suspect, he charged at them with a knife. Officers showed tremendous restraint and professionalism, holding their positions and continuing verbal de-escalation efforts while protecting civilians in the area. Officer Marks ultimately gained the suspect’s trust and convinced him to surrender peacefully without force. Outstanding work by Officers Molinaro, Marks, Polizzano, Parajon, and Lieutenant Bullock.

*post your catches in the comments!!On Saturday, we held our annual Cops and Bobbers fishing derby at Spring Lake Park a...
05/21/2026

*post your catches in the comments!!

On Saturday, we held our annual Cops and Bobbers fishing derby at Spring Lake Park and had a record turnout! We want to thank all of the young anglers, police officers, and community supporters who helped make this a huge success!

Congrats to all of our winners!

Pan Fish Place- 1st (5-9) Mark Curley , 2nd Giovanni Sorge, 3rd Harper Finley

1st (10-14) Andrew Lowich , 2nd Easton Jones, 3rd Connor Ewing

Bass- 1st (5-9) Pio Butrico , 2nd Gavin Myers , 3rd Jack Loomis

Catfish- 1st (5-9) Maya Miranda, 2nd Cairo Cisson, 3rd Kane Miranda

1st (10-14) nick Teal , 2nd Nate Meyer , 3rd Derrick Oller

Trout- 1st (5-9) - Cason Uhrin

Biggest Fish- Maya Miranda (Catfish 14.2 Lbs)

Most Unusual Catch- Nick Teel (EEL)

Thank you to our sponsors who provided food, prizes, and support! Ray Catena Auto Group, Prime Beverages, Allen Flavors, Restaurant Depot, Manasquan River Marlin & Tuna Club, Tackle Shop of Neptune, Up Front Bait and Tackle, Texas Roadhouse, South Plainfield Police Athletic League, and the South Plainfield PBA Local #100.

We are excited to announce two certification courses for law enforcement or first responder dispatchers. Choose one or b...
05/12/2026

We are excited to announce two certification courses for law enforcement or first responder dispatchers. Choose one or both classes. These certifications are generally required prior to applying for dispatcher positions in law enforcement agencies and hospitals. Let this be the first step for your new career.

Email [email protected] or [email protected] for more information or scan the QR code to register.

On Friday, May 1, 2026, the Borough of South Plainfield held a dedication ceremony honoring fallen South Plainfield Poli...
05/08/2026

On Friday, May 1, 2026, the Borough of South Plainfield held a dedication ceremony honoring fallen South Plainfield Police Officers Richard H. Conklin and William J. Cady with the official renaming of the Stelton Road Overpass as the “Officers Richard H. Conklin and William J. Cady Memorial Overpass.”
Both officers tragically lost their lives in the line of duty near the overpass while serving the South Plainfield community. Officer Conklin was killed on January 21, 1972, and Officer Cady on April 19, 1975. Both were also proud United States Marine Corps veterans.
Family members, active and retired officers, local officials, and community members gathered to remember their sacrifice and ensure their legacy will never be forgotten.

Update: dogs picked up by Animal Control. Two lost female dogs found in the celebrations complex. Both are enjoying the ...
04/27/2026

Update: dogs picked up by Animal Control.

Two lost female dogs found in the celebrations complex. Both are enjoying the nice day in our doggie pen. Call 908-755-0700 or come to our police window.

South Plainfield Residents/Commuters: Starting tomorrow, April 28th and continuing through May 22nd, there will be multi...
04/27/2026

South Plainfield Residents/Commuters:

Starting tomorrow, April 28th and continuing through May 22nd, there will be multiple road repaving projects.

The first one will begin April 28th and end May 2nd. This project is the repair of the Clinton Ave Extension Railroad Tracks between Clinton Ave and New Market Ave

The next project begins May 4th and runs through May 8th. This project is the repair of the railroad crossing at Metuchen Rd and Oak Tree Ave.

Lastly, the County will be milling and paving Clinton Ave from West 7th St to Sampton Ave starting May 8th and running through May 20th. Milling will be done May 8th-May 12th. Paving will be May 15th- May 20th. The short portion Lakeview Ave between Maple Ave and The Lakeview Overpass Bridge will be milled on May 13th and paved on May 21st.

Below is the planned Detour Routes for the Railway Crossings. All Detours will be clearly posted.

Detour for Clinton Ave Extension Tracks

New Brunswick Ave to Walnut St
Right onto Walnut to Clinton Ave for All non-Tractor Trailer traffic

New Brunswick Ave to West 7th
Right onto West 7th St to Clinton Ave
Right onto Clinton Ave for All Tractor Trailer traffic

Or

Eastbound New Market to Lakeview/Plainfield Ave
Left onto Lakeview to Plainfield Ave
Continue on Plainfield Ave to Sampton/Clinton Ave


Detour For Metuchen Rd/Front St/ Oak Tree Tracks

Westbound Oak Tree to northbound Front St
Right on to Front St to Maple Ave
Left onto Maple Ave to Lakeview
Left onto Lakeview Ave to New Market Extension
Left onto New Market Extension to Spicer Ave
Left onto Spicer Ave to Belmont Ave
Left onto Belmont Ave to Metuchen Ave

Or

Southbound Metuchen Rd to Belmont Ave
Belmont to Spicer Ave.
Right onto Spicer Ave
Right onto New Market Extension
Right onto Lakeview Ave
Right onto Maple Ave
Right onto Front St

South Plainfield Police Department Recognized our Design a sign contest winner at the April 20th Council Meeting. Leah...
04/23/2026

South Plainfield Police Department Recognized our Design a sign contest winner at the April 20th Council Meeting.

Leah Stembridge, Margaret Kupcho Danielys Reyes Cortorreal and Cecelia Cassio were chosen as this year’s inaugural winners. The Design a Sign contest kicked off the S.P.E.E.D. initiative which was grant funding received through New Jersey DHTS. The grant focuses on unsafe speed related crashes on Durham Ave and New Brunswick as well as pedestrian enforcement at high volume traffic crosswalks.

In addition to their designs being made into lawn signs, they received a $25 Visa gift card and lunch on the South Plainfield Traffic Safety Unit.

There were so many great designs. We want to thank all those students who participated. We hope to see more participants in fall of 2026!

If anyone is interested in any of the lawn signs, please reach out to the Traffic Safety Unit. We can deliver them to your address. Just email [email protected] or [email protected] or call 908-226-7678 and leave your address.

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2480 Plainfield Avenue
South Plainfield, NJ
07080

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