Buckeye’s Lewis state prison seeing heightened death rates
The number of inmates who have died at the state’s Lewis prison complex in Buckeye is approaching an annual benchmark just four months into the year, according to data from […]
Wildfires and street sweepers: Grants in Buckeye this week
What’s happening in the world of grants this week? At its April 1 regular meeting, the Buckeye City Council took action on two grants. Awarded: Street sweeper, $373,182 From: Maricopa […]
MCCCD designates 77 acres for Buckeye public safety facilities
Maricopa County Community College District has partnered with the City of Buckeye to provide approximately 77 acres for new public safety facilities. The land, owned by MCCCD, is located at […]
Fire department seeks public input for strategic plan
Most fire departments release strategic plans every five years or so. Because of Buckeye’s exponential growth, however, the Buckeye Fire Medical Rescue Department operates on a three-year plan that’s updated […]
Buckeye Police Seek Volunteers for Patrol Program
The Buckeye Police Department wants residents to join its Citizens on Patrol (C.O.P.) program. This initiative invites local citizens to actively keep their neighborhoods safe by patrolling designated areas in […]
Don’t forget to register your alarm system, says PD
If you’re a home or business owner with a professionally monitored alarm system, Buckeye Police Department has an important item for your to-do list. BPD last year received 1,829 calls […]
Walker named new deputy fire marshal
Introducing Randy Walker: Buckeye’s New Deputy Fire Marshal It’s a busy job being a fire marshal in the nation’s fastest-growing cities. Buckeye is only at 15% of its full build-out […]
Air conditioner causes fire scare at Sundance Elementary
When smoke began filling a detached modular classroom at Sundance Elementary, Buckeye Fire Medical Rescue Department responded to what was assumed to be an active fire. With aid from Goodyear and […]
Buckeye Fire receives international accreditation status
Buckeye Fire Medical Rescue Department has received Accredited Agency status through the Commission of Fire Accreditation International. It’s the 15th department in the state to receive this level of certification. […]
Police chief refuses to comment on grant for armored truck
Buckeye City Council members during an Aug. 6 meeting accepted a $350,000 grant award to secure a new armored rescue vehicle for Buckeye Police Department. The grant is provided through […]
