This past week, TBA juniors and seniors attended a powerful mock DUI/distracted driving demonstration. This educational event was designed to show the real-life consequences of impaired and distracted driving, and the impact unsafe choices can have on individuals, families, and our community. We hope this experience made a lasting impression on our students and reinforces the importance of making safe, responsible decisions behind the wheel.

SRO Sergeant Heineman and Chief Cintron participated in this drill and helped bring this message to life.

These drills play an important role in demonstrating to young drivers the very real consequences of impaired and distracted driving. During the simulation, the junior and senior classes were able to witness firsthand the response to a serious motor vehicle accident, including vehicle extrication, patient assessment and care, and the potentially life-altering injuries that can result from unsafe driving decisions.

The goal is to educate and raise awareness so that students understand the importance of making safe and responsible choices behind the wheel.

Participating Agencies: Village of Franklinville Police Department, Franklinville, Volunteer Fire Department, Machias Volunteer Fire Department, Farmersville Fire Department, Trans Am Ambulance Services, Inc and Mercy Flight.

Franklinville FFA's First Ever Drive Your Tractor to School Day a Success!

On Monday, June 1, 2026, students from the Franklinville FFA proudly participated in the organization's first ever Drive Your Tractor to School Day, bringing agriculture to the forefront and showcasing the important role it plays in our community.

The Village of Franklinville Police Department was proud to assist with this unique event and help ensure the safety of all participants and motorists. A special thank you goes to School Resource Officer Sgt. Heineman, who worked closely with organizers and student drivers to make sure the event went off safely and smoothly from start to finish.

We appreciate the cooperation of our community members who shared the road with these young drivers and helped make the event a success. Events like these highlight the strong partnership between our schools, agricultural community, and local law enforcement.
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Congratulations to the Franklinville FFA on a successful inaugural Drive Your Tractor to School Day. We look forward to supporting this tradition for years to come!

Trunk or Treat 2025 – “A Christmas Story” Edition!

The Village of Franklinville Police Department had an amazing time at this year’s Trunk or Treat! Chief Cintron and Sgt. Heineman handed out Halloween Safety Kits and plenty of candy to hundreds of trick-or-treaters who stopped by our “A Christmas Story” themed trunk!

We’re excited to share that we placed in the Top 3!
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It was a beautiful day filled with fun, creative costumes, laughter, and community spirit.
A huge shoutout to the Village of Franklinville Events Committee for organizing such a fantastic and successful event, and an even bigger thank you to everyone who came out and made the day so special! Your support and smiles truly make these community events what they are.
We’re already looking forward to next year!

The Franklinville Police Department would like to congratulate the winners of this year’s Lucky Duck Scavenger Hunt!

Winners:
Jubal H. (8–15 age group) – Meta Quest 3 Batman Arkham Shadow Bundle
Micheal N. (7 & under age group) – Nintendo Switch 2 MarioKart World Bundle

We truly enjoyed seeing so many families and children take part. The excitement, teamwork, and smiles throughout the day made this a fun and memorable event for everyone involved.

Thank you to all who participated, we couldn’t have asked for a better community turnout.

Congratulations again to our winners!

Congratulations, Sgt. Heineman!
The Franklinville Police Department is proud to announce the promotion of Patrolman Heineman to the rank of Sergeant! Sgt. Heineman has been a dedicated member of FPD since 2010, when he began his career as a patrolman.

Now, in February 2025, we are thrilled to see him take the next step in his career as Sergeant. He will continue his role as School Resource Officer while taking on additional responsibilities as a Patrol Supervisor. His dedication, leadership, and commitment to service make him a valuable asset to our department and the community.

Please join us in congratulating Sgt. Heineman on this well-earned promotion! We look forward to seeing him continue to grow and excel in his new role. Pictured below is SRO Holden Heineman and Chief of Police Robert Cintron.