Herkimer College Campus Safety

05/29/2026

Congratulations to all the recruits who graduated last night! You all worked very hard to get where you are, you should be so proud of yourselves! Be safe out there!

05/25/2026

This Memorial Day, we pause to remember and honor the service members who gave their lives protecting our nation and our freedoms. Their sacrifice is a debt we can never repay and a legacy we must never forget. 🇺🇸

From all of us at Campus Safety, we wish you a safe Memorial Day!

05/21/2026

While our students are enjoying their summer off from classes, we are still putting in the work. Officer Cornell completed his Initial Pistol Course as one of the steps in his training. He will begin his academy May 26 and finish just before our students return.

05/18/2026

Chief Jory and the rest of the Herkimer County Community College Cabinet partnered with the Lions Club to place flags on veterans’ graves at Oak Hill and Calvary cemeteries in honor of those who served our country! 🇺🇸

As part of our 60 Acts of Service initiative, members of the Herkimer County Community College Cabinet partnered with the Lions Club to place flags on veterans’ graves at Oak Hill and Calvary cemeteries in honor of those who served our country.

As Memorial Day approaches, we’re grateful for the opportunity to help recognize and remember the sacrifices made by our veterans.

05/16/2026

A few moments from today as we celebrated the Class of 2026. Congratulations, graduates!

05/15/2026

Congratulations to all of our 2026 graduates! 🎓

Your hard work and dedication have paid off. You should be so proud of all you’ve accomplished! We wish you all success and happiness in your future endeavors!

05/08/2026

A big thanks to Director Jory and Herkimer College Campus Safety for inviting the Herkimer Police Department to the End of Semester Quad Party! From community connections to a little friendly fun, our officers had a great time spending time with students and staff. Thanks for having us, we’re always proud to be part of this amazing community! Herkimer College Campus Safety

05/01/2026

Public Safety Notification

The Herkimer Police Department responded to Walmart following a report of an active incident involving possible shots fired.

Officers arrived on scene quickly and detained a male individual leaving the area. At this time, it has been determined that no shots were fired, and there is no ongoing threat to the public.

This remains an active investigation, and officers are continuing to follow up on all aspects of the incident.

We appreciate the public’s patience and cooperation. If you have any information or may have witnessed this incident please contact Herkimer Police at 315-866-4330. Thank you.

04/27/2026

Friday, Officers Manley and Hensley teamed up with our Roads and Grounds crew and Herkimer ARC to clean up the park. This project was part of HCCC’s 60 Acts of Service initiative, celebrating 60 years of the college being open. We’re proud to be part of efforts to help spruce up our local community park!

04/26/2026

Plan now! Come out for our fireworks display and join in on the activities beforehand!

🎆 Save the Date: July 1, 2026 🎆
Join us for the Herkimer County Fire in the Sky Palooza at HCCC -- a free community celebration!
Enjoy live performances by Gridley Paige and the Syracuse Symphony, food trucks, family-friendly activities, and a spectacular fireworks display at dusk. 🎶🍔🎇

We’re also inviting community partners to help make this event possible through sponsorships:
✨ Sparkler – $100
🚀 Bottle Rocket – $250
🔥 Firecracker – $500
🌟 Roman Candle – $1,000
💥 Starburst – $2,500
🎆 Grand Finale – $5,000
Your support will help bring neighbors, families, and visitors together for an evening of celebration and community pride.
Donate online: www.herkimer.edu/give (select “Other” and specify Fireworks)
Or mail checks to HCC Foundation, 100 Reservoir Rd, Herkimer, NY 13350 (note Fireworks in memo line)
For questions, please contact Jim Bono at [email protected].