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  • UPDATED POLICE REPORTS REQUEST PROCEDURE: 

    Due to COVID-19 concerns, anyone that requires reports from the NPD Records Department may request the reports using our record request form  and provide the required information in the form.  There will be no in-person requests for reports.  Call 860-665-7331 with any questions.

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  • The new dog must be six months old to get registered and licensed and that is done by applying to The Town Clerk of Newington. The dog owner must have proof of an up to date Rabies Vaccination from a Licensed Veterinary Clinic when applying for the license. If the dog has been altered, please show proof of that also and the license fee will be reduced.
    Dog licenses are good for one year only and must be renewed every year by June 30th!
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  • The Record Division can conduct a local record check by visiting our department during usual business hours 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. If you wish to receive a State record check we have the State forms or you can visit the Department of Public Safety’s (State Police) website and follow their instructions.
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  • The Police Department can fingerprint Town residents as well as people who work in Town. This service is available by appointment only on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.  Appointments can be made online BY APPLICANTS ONLY.  

    The Records Division cannot schedule fingerprint appointments for you. It is now being done by an outside vendor called Permitium.  Please see instructions below. 

    You will be asked to submit payment for fingerprinting services when scheduling an appointment.   To schedule a fingerprinting appointment, please follow these Instructions:

    1. Click Here

    2. Click on the blue button which reads "Let's Get Started"

    3. Fill out the form

    4. Click on "Fingerprint" under Select Purchase Option towards the bottom of the screen 

    5. Once you have completed the form, click on "Schedule an Appointment" at the bottom of the screen

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  • Please keep in mind that an officer does not know you or your background. Unfortunately officers are injured, sometimes fatally while making routine traffic stops. Any unnecessary movements increase stress for the officer. Taking the following steps can help to make a traffic stop less stressful for both you and the police officer. View the
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  • A SRO is a police officer that is assigned to a school or schools. The SRO's primary duties are to establish communications between the students and the police. In doing this the SRO will create a level of trust and respect. The SRO encourages students in their role of taking responsibility for their decisions and actions. As a police officer the SRO investigate crimes occurring on campus, interviews suspects and witnesses, makes referrals when needed and arrests when necessary. The SRO also mediates issues between students, supplies student counseling and referrals when needed, works towards eliminating bulling, conducts presentations within the school’s curriculum, works to prevent conflicts between students, and other tasks as necessary. This program is based on a cooperative effort of the Board of Education and the Police Department to work towards a safe environment for our children to learn and grow.
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  • Vendor permits can be obtained from the Records Department Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. There is a $100 fee for the permit.

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  • Tag sale permits can no longer be obtained at the Records Window . Tag sale forms are available online .There is no fee for this permit. 

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  • To have a Block Party, you must have permission from the local traffic authority, along with the Fire Chief. The road must be passable for emergency vehicles, should the need arise. Please contact Officer DeSimone at 860.594.6232, who will coordinate with the local traffic authority and Fire Chief.
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  • Job applications can be completed on PoliceApp.com. All prerequisites are listed on this site for Newington Police. There is a fee for this process. All information is located on this site.
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  • To apply for a Police Officer's position, please go to PoliceApp.com to obtain all the information that you need regarding deadlines and necessary tests to complete before applying.

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  1. Town Hall

    860-665-8500

    200 Garfield Street

    Newington, CT 06111

    Mon, Wed, Thu 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. 

    Tuesday 8:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

    Friday 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

  1. Police Department

    860-666-8445

    24/7/365 Non-emergency

    300 Garfield Street

    Newington, CT 06111

    For Emergency Dial 911


  1. Lucy Robbins Welles Library

    860-665-8700

    100 Garfield Street

    Newington, CT 06111

    Monday to Thursday 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

    Friday & Saturday 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

    Sunday 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

  1. Senior & Disabled Center

    860-665-8778

    120 Cedar Street

    Newington, CT 06111

    Monday to Friday 

    8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

  1. Highway Garage

    860-667-5810

    281 Milk Lane

    Newington, CT 06111

    Mon, Wed, Thu 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

    Tuesday 7:30 a.m. to  5:00 p.m.

    Friday 7:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.

  1. Parks, Grounds & Cemetery

    860-667-5830

    679 Willard Ave

    Newington, CT 06111

    Monday to Friday 

    7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

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