After 99 years of operation, Pennsylvania police department will shut down on New Year’s Day
By WGAL staff
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NEW HOLLAND, Pennsylvania (WGAL) — The New Holland Police Department will end its operations on New Year’s Day.
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Police services will transition to the West Earl Township Police Department.
The New Holland Police Department building will close and all community updates will be managed by the West Earl Township Police Department.
Farewell message The department posted the following message to its Facebook page Monday night:
“We want to take a minute and thank our incredible community for all the support and trust you have given to the New Holland Police Department over the past 99 years. It has been an honor to serve this community. As a reminder, starting January 1, 2026, police services will be provided by West Earl Township Police Department.
“Moving forward, if you need assistance in person, you will need to visit the police station in West Earl Township, located at 157 W. Metzler Rd., Brownstown, PA 17508. The current police station at the New Holland Borough building will not be operational. Additionally, you are encouraged to follow West Earl Township Police Department for community updates and information, as this page will no longer be updated.
“Some of the current New Holland Police officers will be continuing their service with the West Earl Township Police Department. Together with the officers of West Earl, we remain committed to ensuring the continued safety and high level of service to our residents.”
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