The Tyrone Borough Water Department will be flushing water mains beginning Saturday, September 26, weather permitting, and continuing through the week. Flushing will take place between 10:00 PM and 6:00 AM, starting at Clemens and moving through town as the week progresses until the entire system has been cleaned.
Welcome to Tyrone, Pennsylvania
Where Quality of Life Comes First
A small-town heart, an Irish heritage, and a community that looks out for one another — discover everything Tyrone has to offer.
Community Announcements
Legal notices are also published in the Borough's designated newspapers of record: Altoona Mirror (opens in a new tab) and Tyrone Daily Herald (opens in a new tab).
There are no open bid announcements at this time.
Public Meetings
Borough Council meets the second Monday of every month at 7:00 PM at the Borough Office. All meetings are open to the public — we welcome your attendance and participation.
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Around Tyrone
Local Business · Member Directory
Tyrone Area Chamber of Commerce
Serving Northern Blair County since 1916 — the Chamber connects Tyrone's businesses through monthly networking events, advocacy, and an active member directory. The full listing of downtown shops, restaurants, and services lives on the Chamber's site.
Community Resource · Books & Programs
Tyrone-Snyder Public Library
Books, computers, kids' programs, and a local history collection at 1000 Pennsylvania Avenue. One library card gets you borrowing privileges across all eight libraries in the Blair County network.
Outdoor Space · Trails & Pavilions
Reservoir Park
Trails, pavilions, and scenic overlooks above the Borough. Reserve a pavilion for a gathering, walk the loop, or come out for community events during the warmer months.
Summer Splash · Season Passes
Tyrone Community Pool
Lap lanes, a kids' shallow area, and a snack stand — the Borough's outdoor pool is the gathering spot for summer in Tyrone. Season passes and day rates available at the gate.
Local Heritage · Museum & Archives
Tyrone History Museum
A window into the railroad town that built modern Tyrone. Exhibits and archives that bring the Borough's story to life, alongside walking tours of historic downtown when the season allows.
Sweet Stop · Candy Heritage
Gardners Candies & Candy Americana Museum
A Tyrone institution for over a century — Gardners hand-makes chocolates like the famous Peanut Butter Meltaways at its Adams Avenue headquarters. The Candy Americana Museum on site collects antique candy-making machinery and confection history from across the country.
Public Safety
In an emergency, always call 9-1-1.
Tyrone Police Department
A highly valued, community-oriented department, serving Tyrone residents in excellence and due diligence. Led by Chief Jessica A. Walk with seven full-time officers, a chief, and a pool of part-time officers patrolling the Borough.
Visit the DepartmentHookies Fire Company
Volunteer firefighters proudly serving Tyrone — fire response, rescue, and a long tradition of community service alongside the Borough.
Visit the HookiesNeptune Fire Company
All-volunteer fire and rescue, answering the call for Tyrone and the surrounding area with steady dedication and decades of service.
Visit The NeptunesSign Up for Smart911
Create a free safety profile so 9-1-1 dispatchers and first responders instantly see your household, medical, and emergency-contact details the moment you call — from any phone you register.
News & Updates
Ordinance No. 1503 updates Reservoir Park’s for-profit use rule
Ordinance No. 1503 amends the Reservoir Park rules: a permit for for-profit use of the park may now be issued with prior Council approval, at Council's sole discretion.
Read article: Ordinance No. 1503 updates Reservoir Park’s for-profit use ruleSkate park equipment to get Saturday trial sessions in September
The Borough's skate park equipment will be set up on Saturdays during September at the pool parking lot as a trial, with a volunteer handling setup and teardown.
Read article: Skate park equipment to get Saturday trial sessions in SeptemberCouncil declines a donation request for Lights in the Park
A motion to donate $500 to the Tyrone Improvement Group for Lights in the Park failed on a 3–3 roll call vote; the Borough provides the facility, electricity, and staff overtime for the event.
Read article: Council declines a donation request for Lights in the ParkNew to How the Borough Works?
Our Know Your Borough guides explain how Borough procedures work, what each department handles, and who to contact.