Residential Burn Permits No Longer Issued

Burning of "Domestic Waste", which includes grass clippings, leaves, and branches is not allowed under Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) regulations if collection for such waste is available.

The Compost site located at 1630 N. Spr...

Burn Ban

For more information concerning the status of county-wide burn bans, please go to the Anderson County Commissioner's website.

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Smoking Ordinance

Smoking shall be prohibited in all places of employment and enclosed public places as well as the following locations:

• Boarding and waiting areas of public transportation facilities;
• City parks, playgrounds, and recreation areas.

Smoking is prohibited within...

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See Click Fix

With SeeClickFix from CivicPlus, you'll enable staff to promptly respond to resident inquiries and requests and empower community members to collaborate with local leaders on area improvements.

Automated Book Due Reminder

An automated phone call system now calls to remind patrons the day before items are due, that their material(s) are due. We hope this automated reminder will help patrons avoid late fees.

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Fine Balance Policy

The maximum fine threshold is $5.00.  Once the fine threshold has been exceeded, patrons must pay their account in full to restore borrowing privileges.

Northeast Texas Digital Consortium

On July 26, 2021, the Palestine Public Library joined the Northeast Texas Digital Consortium.  Please note: patron account activity that will transition with the migration is your current checkouts, holds, wish list and star ratings. Reading hist...

Library Book Drop

The library book drop is located on the curb just west of the Palestine Mall’s main entrance. It is intended for returning borrowed items when the library is closed.

Special Collections

Special Collections has moved to a new location. Our new physical address is in the Redlands Annex 315 W. Oak St. downtown Palestine. Services at this location are available every Friday 1-5 p.m. by appointment ONLY. Please call the Library to set up an a...

Family Law Clinic

Texas Legal Services Center holds a Family Law virtual clinic hosted by the Palestine Public Library on the second Tuesday of the month from 11-2. Go to https://www.tlsc.org/anderson, to register. Services are based on income. Walk-ins are welcom...

Palestine Police Arrest Burglary Suspect

PALESTINE, Texas (November 1, 2022) – The Palestine Police Department has arrested a burglar who was caught in the act early Saturday morning. 

Just after 4:30 a.m. on Saturday, October 29th, Officers from the Palestine Police Department...

National Night Out

Palestine Residents are invited to attend the various National Night Out events around Palestine this Tuesday, October 4th beginning at 5:00pm.

Westwood       3120 W Oak St.      5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Freedo...

PPD Arrests Registered Sex Offender for Indecency with a Child

PALESTINE, Texas (August 29, 2022)- A Palestine man has been arrested after he exposed himself to multiple children Sunday evening. 

Just before 6:30 p.m. on Sunday, August 28th, PPD Officers responded to the 2100 block of W. Point Tap in referenc...

Two Men Arrested During Animal Cruelty Investigation

PALESTINE, Texas (August 17, 2022)- Two men have been jailed after an Officer observed over a dozen animals in awful living conditions at a residence. 

Shortly before 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, August 17th, Animal control was notified that there wer...

Palestine Police Arrest Suspect With Stolen ATV

Palestine Police Arrest Suspect with Stolen ATV

PALESTINE, Texas (July 6, 2022) - A Dallas man was arrested following a traffic stop with a stolen ATV Monday night. 

Just before midnight on Monday, July 4th, Officer Isiah Pettigrew was patrolling W...

Suspects Arrested in Recent Shooting

PALESTINE, Texas (June 22, 2022) -  Three suspects are in custody, and one is still wanted in connection to a recent shooting at a Palestine apartment complex. 

Just after 2 p.m. on Monday, June 13th, Officers from the Palestine Police De...

Now Hiring 911 Dispatchers

We are currently hiring 911 Dispatchers! Apply today and join our team!

•Must be 18 years of age.•Must have a typing speed of 35 WPM or higher.•Must pass a pre-employment drug screen.•Must be a U.S. Citizen.•Exp...

Wanted

Devin Lomax, 25, of Palestine, is wanted in connection with the June 13th shooting at Oak Hill Apartments.Anyone with any information on the whereabouts of Devin Lomax can contact the Palestine Police Department at (903)729-2254 or the Anderson County Cri...

Suspect Arrested for Gas Station Shooting, Shots Fired During Pursuit

April 27, 2022 (Palestine, Texas) – The Palestine Police Department has identified the suspect arrested for shooting at Officers during a pursuit.

Just before 8:00 p.m. on Tuesday, April 26th, Officers from the Palestine Police Department respond...

Palestine Police Arrest One for Drugs and Trespassing

PALESTINE, Texas (June 3, 2021) – The Palestine Police arrested an individual for drugs, criminal trespass of a habitation, and warrants. 

Just after noon on Saturday, May 29th, Officer Grantham, Officer Link, Officer St Cyr, and Corpora...

Palestine Police Investigating Shooting at Park, One in Custody

PALESTINE, Texas (May 28, 2022) – The Palestine Police are investigating a shooting that occurred at Willie Myers Park, one in custody.

Just before 5:00 PM on Saturday, May 28th, Palestine Police responded to the 1000 block of South Dorrance Stre...

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