Plymouth Crime Watch

10/27/2026

A 20-year-old Plymouth man who was released on parole about three weeks ago is charged with striking his mother in the face with an air r***e Sunday, police said.

PLYMOUTH — Released on parole nearly three weeks ago, a Plymouth man was arrested Sunday on allegations he struck his mother in her face with the tip of an air r***e.

10/19/2026

Water main break on Main St in front of High School

PLYMOUTH, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A water main break in front of Wyoming Valley West High School reduced pressure in the school Monday afternoon and affected several customers, according to a …

10/19/2026

10/17/2026

On Thursday, October 15, 2026, at approximately 2309 hours, Officers of the Plymouth Borough Police Department had responded to a residence on West Shawnee Ave for a domestic disturbance. Based on the initial investigation, Gary DENNIS, was taken into custody and charged with the below listed charges. He was transported back to Plymouth PD for processing and then transported to Luzerne County Correctional Facility to be lodged for overnight arraignment.

DENNIS was arraigned on the below listed charges by Judge Dotzel, and his bail was set at a Nonmonetary amount.

Title 18 § 2706 §§ A1 Misdemeanor 1 Terroristic Threats W/ Int To Terrorize Another

Title 18 § 2701 §§ A3 Misdemeanor 2 Simple Assault

Title 18 § 2709 §§ A1 Summary Harassment - Subject Other to Physical Contact

10/16/2026

On October 14, 2026, at approximately 2154 hours, Plymouth Police observed James STEPHENS at the THOMAS FOOD MART on WASHINGTON AVENUE in Larksville. STEPHENS was taken into custody on his active warrant for his arrest without incident and transported back to the Plymouth Borough Police Department for processing. STEPHENS was then transported to Luzerne County Correctional Facility to be lodged for an overnight arraignment.

STEPHENS was arraigned by Magistrate O'Donnell who set bail at $25,000.00 straight.

STEPHENS was charged with;

Title 18 Section 3921(a) Theft by Unlawful Taking (Felony 3)
Title 18 Section 3921(a) Theft by Unlawful Taking (Misdemeanor 1)
Title 75 Section 1543(a) Driving While Operating Privileges are Suspended (Summary)

10/14/2026

Plymouth Borough Civil Service Commission
Is administering a Written Examination for
Police Officer
Full - Time

Base Patrol Salary for the year of 2027 is $78,646.00.
Applicant must be 18 years of age or older at the time of exam, and must be a citizen of United States.

Applicants are not required to be ACT 120 Certified, but certification is encouraged. Applicants that are not certified but are currently enrolled in the Police Academy, must complete certification within 90 days of the completion of the testing process, unless approved by the Plymouth Borough Civil Service Commission.

Applicants must possess a High School Diploma or Graduate Equivalency Degree, Possess a valid Pennsylvania drivers license. Be of good moral character and physically and mentally fit to perform all duties of a police officer, cannot have been convicted of any state or federal offense classified a misdemeanor or felony, and He / She must be able to perform the job functions and possess the personal characteristic requirements adopted by the Commission.

All applicants must sign a Waiver & Release for background information on the job application form and submit all required application documents at the time of application. Any applicant claiming a veteran's preference must submit a DD Form 214 with his/her application.

Those who pass the exam will be required to pass an oral exam, and background investigation in order to be considered for an appointment as a conditional employee and then must pass the medical and psychological exam. The psychological exam will be waived of active law enforcement. Applicants will pay any fees associated.

Passing applicants will be placed on an eligible list and will be valid for one (1) year from the date of approval by the Civil Service Commission. This list will be utilized to fill appointments when they become available and maybe renewed for one (1) additional year by vote.

Active Certified Police Officer(s) will receive the “Active Certified Police Officer Preference Points” in the amount (20 POINTS), which will be added to their passing score. Applicant must provide documentation.

Any applicant seeking accommodation under the American Disabilities Act in any examination must submit a written request with supporting documentation from a treating physician or other qualified professional by November 24, 2026 to the Commission at the address listed at the bottom of this ad.

Appointments will be subject to a 180-day probationary period during which no seniority will be accrued. During such probation officers will receive medical coverage only and are not entitled to any other benefit covered in the Collective Bargaining Agreement. After completion of the probationary period, Council appoints the probationary person to a Full-Time position, that person will be entitled to the benefits provided in the current Collective
Bargaining Agreement.

Last date applications will be accepted is
November 24, 2026 at 4:00 P.M.

Civil Service Written Exam will be held on
December 4, 2026 starting at 2:00 P.M. at the Plymouth Borough Municipal Building.

Successful applicants will be notified of future examinations dates.

Please apply at:
Plymouth Borough Building,
162 West Shawnee Ave.,
Plymouth PA 18651
Attn: Maryann Lang, Borough Manager
Mon-Thur (except Holidays) 7:00am - 5:00pm,
Fridays 7:00am – 3:00 pm

10/14/2026

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