SWISSVALE, Pa. —

The Swissvale and Braddock Hills police departments will serve the communities as one starting in January.

"In times of limited funds and resources it’s extremely important for us to look for ways to cut costs while enhancing services,” said Swissvale Councilman Kevin Hanes. Advertisement

Monday night was the initial organization meeting for the newly-named Swissvale Braddock Hills Regional Police Department where seven board members were sworn in and appointed to various leadership positions.

The board is made up of mayors from both boroughs, as well as council members.

"It was extremely important to both councils that there not be a divide between Swissvale and Braddock Hills, that people will understand that the police force represents every corner of both communi

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