Category: Breaking News

Troopers actions warranted

The State Troopers PBA is thankful that a Trooper in the greater Binghamton area was not injured in an incident in which a suspect pointed a loaded gun at him. The Trooper was able to fire at the suspect before the suspect shot at him, and the suspect is now… Read More»

Funeral for PBA member

The PBA is saddened by the unexpected, off-duty death of New York State Police Trooper Justin C. Mangano on July 7, 2008. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family, friends and fellow Troopers. Trooper Mangano, 31, of Silver Creek, was stationed in Troop B at SP Massena. Trooper Mangano… Read More»

PBA reacts to sentencing

Today’s sentencing in Fulton City Court of Ronald McCarthy, who attempted to kill a New York State Trooper, demonstrates the violence that our dedicated law enforcement officers face each and every day they put on their uniforms. The June 23, 2007 incident in which Ronald McCarthy fought with and pointed… Read More»

PBA does not solicit homes

The State Troopers PBA does not solicit individuals or call people at their homes asking for donations. An affiliated organization, the NYST Benefit Fund Inc., contacts businesses and sells advertisements for inclusion in the PBA Trooper magazine, which is published three times a year. This advertising income is for the… Read More»

Division sues retired member

The following article from the Register Herald details how the Division of State Police is suing a retired member – and current Town Justice – alleging that he exceeded his authority. The article is shown below. 01/04/2008 State Police sue Milan justice; ticket’s reduced charge may have exceeded authority By:… Read More»

Funeral arrangements for PBA members

The State Troopers PBA is grieving the loss of two of our members. Trooper Michael Strenk died unexpectedly while off-duty on Dec. 29, and Zone Sergeant Warner Hein Jr. also died unexpectedly while off-duty on Dec. 31. Trooper Strenk was assigned to SP Princetown in Troop G and had served… Read More»

McKenna family keeps memory of their son alive

The parents of New York State Trooper and Marine Capt. John J. McKenna IV continue to keep his memory alive through a foundation they have established in John’s name, as well as continuing John’s tradition of helping to collect donations for the Toys for Tots program. Trooper McKenna was killed… Read More»

Apalachin 50th Anniversary

Today marks the 50th anniversary of the date when State Police members discovered an organized crime gathering in Apalachin, NY. The investigation that followed resulted in the convening of grand juries, the holding of congressional hearings, and the passing of new state and federal racketeering laws. The story of how… Read More»

WTC responders health

Thank you to all members who brought this article to the PBA’s attention. This article serves as a reminder to all of us to be cognizant of our health, and to participate in related medical monitoring. Study: Latecomers to WTC Collapse Still Face Illness NEW YORK (1010 WINS)  — New York… Read More»

PBA defends binding arbitration

The PBA made public comments yesterday defending the use of binding arbitration for police contracts. The PBA was contacted by the press after several attendees of a conference on the state’s Taylor Law criticized that statute, with special criticism aimed at the binding arbitration sections of the law. PBA President… Read More»