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Battle of the Badges Blood Drive: Police vs. Fire

Buckingham Township police and two volunteer fire companies host a friendly blood-drive competition to help address a Red Cross emergency blood shortage.

Published Jul 21, 2026, 10:30 AM EDT | Lehigh Crimewatch

On Thursday, July 23, 2026, from 1:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., the Buckingham Township Police Department will team with Midway Volunteer Fire Company and Lingohocken Fire Company for the "Battle of the Badges" blood drive in Buckingham Township. Donors are asked to register and enter sponsor code BuckinghamBOB; the Red Cross has declared an emergency blood shortage and each pint donated can help save up to three lives. The competition awards bragging rights to the team that collects the most pints while supporting patients in need.