Hartford, Vermont Police Department

06/14/2026

06/10/2026

As graduation approaches and summer break begins, the Hartford Police Department is reminding kids, teens, and families to make safety part of their summer plans.

Drive safely, wear a helmet, stay aware of your surroundings, and let a trusted adult know where you're going.

Congratulations to the HHS Class of 2026, and best wishes to all students for a safe, fun, and memorable summer.

06/08/2026

Yesterday was a great day for a run! Congratulations to all the runners in the Covered Bridges Half Marathon 🏃🏅

06/03/2026

A Message of Thanks from the Chief of Police

On behalf of the Hartford Police Department, I would like to extend our sincere gratitude to everyone who participated in and supported this year's Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics.

This event is a demonstration of community spirit and commitment to supporting Special Olympics athletes, and its success would not have been possible without the dedication of many individuals and organizations throughout our community.

A special thank you to the Hartford Fire Department for participating in the run and providing a rolling roadblock to ensure the safety of all participants along the route.

We also extend our appreciation to the Department of Public Works for their assistance with traffic control and helping keep the event running safely and smoothly.

Thank you to Hartford Parks and Recreation for providing transportation support and for the use of Lyman Park and the bandstand.

We are especially grateful to the White River Rotary Club for generously providing the food, grill, and volunteers who helped make the post-run gathering such a success. A special thank you to Mr. Burnham for donating his time and talents to prepare and grill for all those in attendance.

I would also like to recognize the Hartford Police Department’s Administrative Assistant Ta Clarke, Officer Peter Cronin, and Officer Bryce Moody for their countless hours of planning, coordination, and participation. Their dedication and hard work were instrumental in organizing a successful event and ensuring everything came together seamlessly.

Most importantly, thank you to everyone who ran, walked, biked volunteered, donated, cheered from the sidelines, or otherwise contributed to making this event a success. Your efforts help support Special Olympics athletes and promote inclusion, determination, and community throughout our region.

We are proud to be part of a community that consistently comes together in support of such a meaningful cause.

Go Upper Valley Hawks!

Thank you for helping make this year's Law Enforcement Torch Run a success.

Chief Connie Kelley,
Hartford Police Department

06/03/2026

***ROLLING ROAD BLOCK TODAY***

REMINDER: THERE WILL BE A ROLLING ROAD BLOCK TODAY, FROM 10:00 AM TO 11:00 AM STARTING AT THE SYKES MOUNTAIN AVENUE AND NORTH MAIN STREET INTERSECTION, ACROSS THE URBAN BRIDGE ON HARTFORD AVENUE, AND THE INTERSECTION OF HARTFORD AVENUE AND MAPLE STREET, TO LYMAN PARK.

TRAFFIC WILL BE AFFECTED, PLEASE PLAN ACCORDINGLY.

06/02/2026

🏃🏼‍♀️‍➡️🔥Special Olympics Torch Exchange 🔥🏃🏼‍♀️‍➡️

This afternoon, Hartford Police Department participated in the Windsor leg of the Law Enforcement Torch run and Hartford’s Senior Police Officer Bryce Moody received the Special Olympic torch from Windsor Vermont Police Department's Officer Zakery Guziewicz.

Please join us tomorrow on Maple Street for the Hartford leg of the torch run at 10:30 AM to cheer on the department and our local athletes!

As a reminder, we will be leaving from Sykes Mountain Avenue at 10:00 AM and traveling north on North Main Street, crossing the Urban Bridge onto Maple Steet, ending at Lyman Point Park at approximately 11:00. Please see our previous post from Monday, highlighting the run, walk, and bike routes and the rolling roadblock that will occur.

06/01/2026

Today, Hartford Senior Police Officer Peter Maziarz is deploying overseas with the Vermont Army National Guard.

As he begins this deployment, we want to wish him safe travels and thank him for his continued service and dedication—both to our nation and to the Hartford community he proudly serves every day.

Officer Maziarz, your Hartford Police Department family and the community you protect are behind you. We look forward to your safe return.

Good luck, stay safe, and thank you for your service.

05/29/2026

***ROLLING ROADBLOCK: WEDNESDAY, JUNE 3rd***

The Special Olympics Law Enforcement Torch Run/Walk/Bike will be taking place on Wednesday, June 3rd, 2026 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

•Runners will be leaving Mascoma Bank on Sykes Mountain Avenue, traveling down North Main Street, across the Urban Bridge, and down Maple Street to Lyman Point Park.

Motorists traveling north on North Main Street between Sykes Mountain Avenue and the junction of North Main Street x Hartford Avenue x Maple Street should expect delays during that time.

•Walkers will be traveling from Watson Park, down Maple Street to Lyman Point Park- they will utilize the sidewalk and there will not be any effect on motorists on Maple Street until they also reach the intersection of North Main Street x Maple Street.

•Bikers will be leaving DataMann, traveling down Hartford Avenue. They will be utilizing the bike lane and there will not be any effect on motorists on Hartford Avenue until they reach the intersection of North Main Street x Maple Street.

Please use caution while traveling in the area and feel free to come out and cheer on our athletes and offer support for this great cause!

If you would like to donate to the LETR for Special Olympics Vermont, you can do so via this link:
https://give.specialolympicsvermont.org/team/802877

05/26/2026

Last week during Hartford High School’s H-Term, Lt. Furnari and Cpl. Leombruno were invited to teach R**e Aggression Defense (RAD) training.

H-Term is a three-day intensive where students join teachers in an area of interest where they learn and explore together.

This nationally recognized self-defense program for women focuses on realistic tactics and techniques, with an emphasis on awareness, prevention, risk reduction, and physical defense.

The training provided students with valuable hands-on skills while also creating opportunities for thoughtful discussion about personal safety, confidence, and preparedness.

The Hartford Police Department appreciates the opportunity to partner with Hartford High School and support programs that empower students through education and preparedness.