Mark your Calendars - August 5th - National Night Out

The Orono Police Department encourages participation in this great celebration of community, crime prevention and strong police/community partnerships.

From approximately 5:30 to 9 p.m., residents are encouraged to lock their doors, turn on their outside lights and spend the evening with their neighbors. Many neighborhoods host special events such as block parties, cookouts, visits from the police, fire and public works departments, youth contests and raffles.

Your event does not have to be large or elaborate. It can be as simple as having a conversation in your neighbor’s yard. The important thing is to talk to your neighbors and plan to get together.

Night to Unite is an effective, inexpensive and enjoyable program that promotes neighborhood spirit and police/community partnerships in the fight for a safer nation. The benefits your neighborhood will derive from Night to Unite will most certainly extend well beyond the night.