Loveland, Ohio – The Loveland Police Department (LPD) and the Loveland Citizens Police Academy Association (LCPAAA) have awarded the 2024 Emergency Services Scholarship, a $1000 scholarship which is awarded to one qualified applicant yearly who will be pursuing Ohio Peace Officer certification training, or a Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice or a related field.
The scholarship committee reviews all applicants’ transcripts, essays, letters of recommendation, and a video introduction to get to know them in areas such as good citizenship, community service, volunteerism, and academic activities, as well as their future educational plans.
The committee said that they was very pleased with one candidate who stood out this year. She is a 2023 graduate of Loveland High School, and she is pursuing her bachelor’s degree in Sociology Pre-Law at Ohio University, where she has just finished her first year of studies.
The 2024 Emergency Services Scholarship has been presented to Katherine Watson.The Alumni Association said, “Congratulations Katherine and best wishes for a successful academic career and beyond.”
For more information about the yearly Emergency Services Scholarship, inquire at lovelandcpaaa@gmail.com or follow the LCPAAA Facebook page at www.Facebook.com/LovelandCPAAA. Updated information is sent out in the Fall each year.
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2024 Loveland Emergency Services Scholarship presented to Katherine Watson
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Loveland Police Chief Dennis Sean Rahe is “2-7 Out of service for the final time”
Photo of Dennis Sean Rahe from Loveland Police FaceBook Page
David Miller by David Miller
Loveland, Ohio – Police Chief Dennis Sean Rahe started as a police officer in Loveland in 1998. He was active on the bike patrol team and as a field training officer. He was promoted to the rank of Sergeant in 2007, Assistant Chief in 2010, and Chief of Police in 2016. He served as Chief of Police until his retirement on Friday, April 1st.
The City lists these projects under his leadership:
- Transitioning all LPD officers to full-time and growing staffing from 16 officers to 20.
- Serving as the project manager for the $1.3 million renovation to the Loveland Safety Center.
- Partnering with neighboring agencies on a Junior Police Academy and Citizens Police Academy.
- Adding two additional School Resource Officers.
- Expanding LPD hiring processes to include the National Testing Network, as well as personality and emotional intelligence testing.
- Adopting the International Association of Property and Evidence standards.
- Achieving Ohio Community Policing Collaborative Certification.
- Conducting numerous threat assessments for Loveland sites and facilities.
During his term as Loveland Chief of Police, Rahe served as the Ohio Association of Chiefs of Police (OACP) Chair of the Publications Committee, Treasurer and Secretary of the Clermont County Chiefs of Police and Sheriffs Association, Chair of the Child Abduction Response Team Committee for the Hamilton County Chiefs of Police, Liaison for the Ohio Crime Prevention Association Professional Organization, and the Law Enforcement Liaison for the ASIS International Cincinnati Chapter.
(Videos from Loveland Police FaceBook Page.)
Rahe graduated from Archbishop Moeller High School in 1991. In 1994, he earned a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice from the University of Cincinnati. He is a graduate of the Federal Bureau of Investigations National Police Academy, the OACP Certified Law Enforcement Executive Program, is a certified Project Manager through Xavier University, and is a board-certified Physical Security Professional through ASIS International.
City Manager Dave Kennedy told Loveland Magazine, “We have appointed Sue Madsen as our Safety Director. Sue was formerly the Chief of Miami Township before retiring a few years ago. Sue is extremely well respected, and the city is very fortunate to have her step in to help us out until a new Police Chief is appointed.”
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Loveland police family begins hairy November
Loveland Police Chief Sean Rahe in 2018 when he was sparing razors Loveland, Ohio – Loveland Police Officers may look a little different this month. The LPD Family, and the Loveland Police Officer’s Association, are jointly participating in the national movement, No-Shave November.
No Shave November began as a social awareness campaign for those suffering from cancer. According to the Center for Disease Control, police officers are at increased risk for many types of cancer.
The LPD family began this tradition in 2018 to honor retired Chief Denny Rees who passed away from cancer. This year our family is donating to Adam McMillan’s family. The officers are hoping their facial hair will begin conversations about cancer awareness throughout the month.
Former Loveland Chief Dennis Rees WHAT IS NO-SHAVE
NOVEMBER?
No-Shave November is a month-long journey during which participants forgo shaving and grooming in order to evoke conversation and raise cancer awareness. Learn more about how you can get involved and start getting hairy!
The MISSION
No-Shave November is a web-based, non-profit organization devoted to growing cancer awareness and raising funds to support cancer prevention, research, and education.
PARTICIPATE
Put down your razor and join the fun! Create your own personal fundraising page by registering to participate in No-Shave November.
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Loveland Schools Robotics Team Supported Loveland Police Department inclusion efforts for Halloween
“Loveland FTC Lego Team Striped Might, their coaches Anna Macura and Jay Frazier, and mentors Joanna Reese, Brayden Watts, and Ally Oh, created candy bags – including special robot candy – for the LPD’s efforts to make Halloween in Loveland inclusive of all, especially those who are restricted by disabilities. Inclusion is a core value of the FIRST Robotics program.”
During his hour-long visit with Striped Might, Lt. Szpak took the opportunity to demonstrate the technology he uses on the job. Loveland, Ohio – On Halloween, the Loveland Police Department (LPD) took candy to the homes of children and adults in the Loveland community who were unable to trick-or-treat due to a disability. It was part of the LPD’s effort to include those who otherwise would not be able to participate and make Halloween special for them, too. Loveland Middle School FIRSTLego Robotics team “Striped Might” met with Lieutenant Mike Szpak last Sunday evening to share their supply of candy and gifts to be distributed. Striped Might is a rookie team with rookie coaches – Anna Macura and Jay Frazier – rising up to the challenge of FIRSTRobotics.
Grant, one of more than a hundred students in grades 2-12 involved in robotics at Loveland Schools, showed his work to Lt. Szpak. “Robotics is not just about the BOT,” said Joanna Reese. “Inclusion is a core value of the robotics program and this is a wonderful way for us to share that with our community.” Reese is a member of the Bionic Tigers, one of two FIRST Tech Challenge (FTC) Robotics teams at Loveland High School, and serves as a mentor for the younger members of Striped Might.
Lt. Szpak spent about an hour with the team members during their Sunday practice at Loveland Middle School. At the end of the visit, the team was invited to help deliver any Halloween leftover candy to Cincinnati Children’s Hospital and the Ronald McDonald House.
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Chief Rahe wants to build relationships that last
by Chief Dennis Sean Rahe
The Loveland Police Department needs your help.
The Loveland Police Department needs your help. We are a team of 17 sworn police officers and 3 administrative members doing our best to serve our community of 13,000 residents, and even more visitors. Each year those 20 people answer more than 10,000 calls for service. We could not possibly do it without you. Together, we are partners working to keep Loveland great.
Each year LPD invites the community to learn about it’s police department and help make a difference in Loveland.
This year we will host the 20th Loveland Citizen’s Police Academy. Each year LPD invites the community to learn about it’s police department and help make a difference in Loveland. Over the years we have made many changes to the academy. Several years ago, we partnered with the Miami Township Police Department and the Milford Police Department to host a joint academy. This unique innovation is efficient, fosters collaboration between the agencies, and builds relationships that last.
Do you want to:
Ride along with a police officer?
Watch a K9 search for drugs?
Learn how a Taser works?
Face down an armed aggressor?
Have you ever wanted to ride along with a police officer? Have you ever wanted to watch a K9 search for drugs? Maybe, you always wanted to know how a Taser works? Or maybe you always wanted to know what it feels like to face down an armed aggressor?
Graduate, and Loveland City Councilmember, Angela Settell said, “One of the most rewarding and educational experiences you will ever have is to attend the Loveland Citizen’s Police Academy. When I signed up for the class, I did not realize the lasting impression the dedicated men and women of our police force would have on me. Catching a glimpse of their duties and “standing in their shoes” during simulated crime scenarios gave me a greater understanding and appreciation of decisions they must make. That is why I fully support them and their ongoing training and equipment needs. I am proud to be a Graduate and member of the Alumni Association and urge you to experience for yourself. Sign up today!”
Join your neighbors at the 2018 Loveland Citizen’s Police Academy on Wednesday evenings September 5th though November 7th. Applications are available at: www.lovelandoh.gov/FormCenter.
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Loveland Police: Credit card skimming device found on gas pump
Loveland, Ohio – The Loveland Police Department posted this today on Nextdoor.com:
CRIME ALERT!! Skimmer Found
Yesterday, the Loveland Police Department found a credit card skimming device on a gas pump at BP, 226 Loveland Madeira Road. Afterward, LPD officers checked all gas pumps in the City.
No additional devices were located.
We are asking you to check your credit card statement if you used this location in the last week. Please call 513-677-7000 if you find any suspicious charges.
How Credit Card Skimmers Work, and How to Spot Them
Pottery Affaire in Loveland on Saturday, June 9th
Advertisement – Whistle Stop Clay Works (WSCW) is hosting its first annual Pottery Affaire on Saturday, June 9th from 11am to 4pm.