Town of Tonawanda Paramedics

11/19/2025

10/25/2025

Thank you to the Town of Tonawanda Youth, Parks & Recreation for hosting the best Trunk or Treat yet! Thank you to all of our partners for all of your assistance to make it great Town of Tonawanda Police Department, Brighton Volunteer Fire Co #5, Kenmore Volunteer Fire Department, Kenilworth Vol Fire Co. # 1, Sheridan Park Fire, River Road Volunteer Fire Co. #3, Ellwood Fire Department, A special thanks to all of the Paramedics and Police Officers who came out to work to make this not only tremendous fun event, but a safe, and healthy time.

09/21/2025

09/21/2025

This evening we celebrated 50 years of dedicated service to the Town of Tonawanda and Village of Kenmore! It is the pleasure of the dedicated men and women of the Town of Tonawanda Paramedics to serve this great community. Thank you to our partners in service, we could not do what we do without you partnership! Here is to another 50 years! Thank you to Sheridan Park Fire for hosting this momentous event!

09/19/2025

06/26/2025

Info on this years fireworks.

Town of Tonawanda Residents and Businesses,

The Town of Tonawanda will be conducting our annual Kenney Park Independence Day
Celebration and fireworks display on July 3, 2025. We strive to make this event fun and
safe for everyone. We anticipate a large increase in vehicle and pedestrian traffic, in the
area of Kenney Park and surrounding streets, between the hours of 5 PM and 11 PM.

This increase will have an impact on travel to local residences and businesses. Uniformed
police officers and crossing guards will be assigned to surrounding intersections to assist
with pedestrian and vehicular traffic. In order to provide a safe travel environment during
the celebration, the Town of Tonawanda Police Department will be implementing the
following measures of traffic control:

1. Colvin Blvd. northbound from Brighton Rd.
– Closed to vehicular traffic 8:00 PM – 10:30 PM

2. Colvin Blvd. southbound from Sharon Ave.
– Closed to vehicular traffic 8:00 PM – 10:30 PM

3. Colvin Blvd. southbound from Eggert Rd.
– Closed to vehicular traffic 8:00 PM – 10:30 PM

4. Brighton Rd. westbound from Colvin Blvd.
– Closed to vehicular traffic 8:00 PM –10:30 PM

5. Brighton Rd. eastbound from Cindy Dr.
– Closed to vehicular traffic 8:00 PM – 10:30 PM

6. Colvin Blvd. at Belmont Ave. – Intersection will remain open
*Intersection will be staffed with crossing guards 5 PM – 11 PM for pedestrian traffic

Please anticipate delays, exercise caution while traveling, and enjoy the celebration.

06/09/2025

Town of Tonawanda Police Department Mourns the Loss of K9 Diehl

The Town of Tonawanda Police Department is deeply saddened to announce the passing of K9 Diehl, beloved partner of Officer Ryan Taber. K9 Diehl faithfully served the department since September 10, 2018, and was an invaluable member of our K9 Unit.

A highly skilled German Shepherd, K9 Diehl’s training and expertise included tracking, agility, article search, building and open-area search, chase and apprehension, and handler protection. She was on call 24 hours a day, seven days a week, and responded to countless tactical calls. Her presence was integral to operations involving containment and support for the department’s SWAT Team. Beyond her operational duties, K9 Diehl was also a proud ambassador of the department. She participated in numerous public demonstrations and regularly attended community events and school presentations, helping build trust between the police and the community we serve.

K9 Diehl was chosen for her physical ability, strength, intelligence, and strong temperament—traits essential for high-stress law enforcement situations. She was named in honor of the late Captain Thomas J. Diehl, who tragically passed away on April 10, 2017, leaving a legacy of dedication and service.

The Town of Tonawanda Police Department extends its deepest condolences to K9 Diehl’s partner, Officer Ryan Taber, and all who had the privilege of working alongside her. She will be remembered not only as a loyal and courageous K9 officer but also as a symbol of honor and commitment. Rest in peace, K9 Diehl. You served with strength and heart. You will not be forgotten.

05/27/2025

WE ARE HIRING!!!

05/26/2025

Today, we take a moment to reflect on and honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving in the U.S. military. Their courage, dedication, and willingness to lay down their lives for our freedom and safety deserve our deepest respect and gratitude. As we remember them, let us also pledge to support their families and ensure that their legacy of service is never forgotten. The values they fought for—liberty, justice, and peace—continue to inspire us. May we carry their memory with us as we strive to uphold the ideals they defended.