The Rockledge Borough Police Department announced today that it has been awarded funding through the Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board’s Reducing Underage and Dangerous Drinking (RUDD) Grant Program.

The grant supports efforts to reduce underage drinking, dangerous alcohol consumption, and alcohol-related incidents within the borough, according to the department’s post.

“As part of this initiative, Rockledge officers will participate in specialized training and conduct additional grant-funded enforcement and community outreach activities,” the post said. “Residents may see an increased police presence during community events and at other times when alcohol-related violations or impaired driving may be a concern.”

The post notes that the grant allows Rockledge police to conduct additional details without taking officers away from their regular patrol responsibilities.

“Our efforts will focus on education, prevention, and enforcement, with the goal of keeping our community and roadways safe,” the post said.

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