Trail Damage Appears To Be Reduced At Donaldson Park
A Donaldson Park volunteer says walking trail damage issues appear to have been reduced thanks to some preventive measures taken by Celina officials. Jason Upton said most of the trail damage was caused by unauthorized motor vehicles using the trail late at night. Upton said he credits Celina’s Police Department for increasing patrols around the […]
Celina Police Begin Annual Community Holiday Toy Drive
The Celina Police Department begins collecting toys for the annual toy drive to help local children in need during the holiday season. Police Chief Terry Scott said the community contributes in a large way every season. Scott said the department recognizes many residents live on a fixed income, as job scarcity is a problem. Scott […]
Former Celina Patrol Officer Speaks Out
A former Celina Patrol Officer said Mayor Luke Collins did in fact send him home until Chief Terry Scott returned from medical leave. Justin Hancock said he was employed as a certified officer from June 2021 until December 1st of this year. Hancock said when Scott went on medical leave, he did his best as […]
Collins Says City Is Feeling Effects Of Nationwide Police Shortage
Celina Mayor Luke Collins said he did not instruct police officers to go home while Chief Terry Scott recovers from medical leave. Collins said the city has been dealing with a nationwide police shortage and as of Tuesday, did not have officers working in the city’s department. He said the County Sheriff’s Office has been […]
Celina PD Receiving City Issued Firearms
The Celina Police Department will soon have city issued firearms and accessories. The Board of Aldermen Tuesday approved the purchase of seven handguns and holsters after a request from Police Chief Terry Scott. Scott said Celina is one of the few municipalities that does not have city owned equipment. “My concern is that you don’t […]
