City Police officers and one Montgomery County Deputy who patrol forty hours per week to respond to emergencies only. The sheriff's department is responsible for criminal investigations and traffic enforcement. Fire service is provided by Darlington Community Volunteer Fire Department, Inc. The Fire department exists as its own entity. Festivals Early each fall, the town hosts Darlington Fish Fry & Festival in the downtown areas. Covered bridge The Darlington Covered Bridge is 0.6 miles west of town. It was built in 1868 and is 166' long. It was built as a result of donations from Darlington citizens who saw a need for a bridge over Sugar Creek and raised $1,585 in 1866. There was both the bridge and a mill on the site. Only the bridge remains. As of January 2012, the Montgomery County Commissioners have transferred over $30,000 in funds to the town of Darlington for the restoration and preservation of the historic bridge. Education North Montgomery School Corporation serves Darlington. Elementary students are zoned to Sugar Creek Elementary School. Secondary school students attend Northridge Middle School and North Montgomery High School. The town has a lending library, the Darlington Public Library. Notable people References External links Town of Darlington, Indiana website Towns in Montgomery County, Indiana Towns in Indiana