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Cary Chapter Member to have his Head Shaved to Raise Money for Childhood Cancer Research

Jeff Ward, a Cary chapter member lost his sister to Lekemia when she was 8 years old. On March 6, Jeff is going to participate in a children's cancer fundraising event in her honor at the Hibernian Pub..... (3/8/10)

 

Enrolled Agent Makes Presentation to Cary chapter Members

On February 8, 2010, Cary chapter members received a presentation from CPA John Rukosky during their regular monthly meeting. Rukosky gave an overview of his services to those in attendance and provided valuable information on the importance of proper tax preparation, especially..... (2/15/10)

 

Cary Chapter Races for A Cure!
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North Carolina Division President Named to Future of Retirement Study Commission

On December 9, 2009, NCPBA Division President Randy Byrd was named as a member of the Future of Retirement Study Commission by State Treasurer Janet Cowell. The 13-member Commission, comprised of government employees and retirees, human resource experts, and private sector leaders, will proactively address the need for..... (12/28/09)

 

Friend of PBA wins Award

 

Cary Town Council Approves Additional Officers (11/23/09)

 

Guns v. Hoses Softball Game a Big Hit

On July 19, 2009, the Cary chapter got together with friends from the Cary Professional Firefighters Association for an afternoon of softball at Bond Park. A family picnic was also part of the event. Both..... (9/28/09)

 

The Cary Chapter Races For A Cure!

The Cary chapter recently formed a chapter team to run and walk in the 13th Annual Komen NC Triangle “Race for the Cure” on June 13, 2009. This was the 3rd straight year that the Cary chapter has sponsored a team. According to the American Cancer Society, breast cancer is the most frequently diagnosed cancer among women. The “Race for the Cure” event was ..... (10/2/09)
 

Cary Chapter Continues PAL Sponsorship of Senior Babe Ruth Team

The Cary chapter is sponsoring a Babe Ruth team through PAL for the fourth straight year. The North Carolina Police Activities League Inc. (PAL) is a charitable arm of the North Carolina Police Benevolent Association. . PAL seeks to build a positive bond between cops and youth..... (6/01/09)

 

Cary Town Manager Responds to PBA Request for Meeting

On March 30, 2009, a letter was sent to newly appointed Town Manager Ben Shivar on behalf of the Cary chapter Board of Directors. The letter gave a background of our Association and highlighted our chapter successes. The letter also requested the opportunity..... (5/29/09)

 

Ceremony Honors Fallen Wake County Officers

 

Wills for Heroes

The Young Lawyers Division of the North Carolina Bar Association will host a Wills for Heroes program in Raleigh on Saturday, April 18, 2009 on the campus of Rex Hospital in Raleigh. Wills for Heroes..... (4/6/09)

 

Ask Anything: 10 questions with Cary police K-9 Handler Jeremy Burgin

 

Cary Chapter Supports a Cure for Breast Cancer for 2nd Straight Year

The Cary Chapter recently formed a chapter team to run and walk in the 12th Annual Komen NC Triangle “Race for the Cure” on June 14, 2008. This was the 2nd straight year that the Cary chapter has sponsored a team. According to the American Cancer Society, breast cancer is the most frequently..... (6/16/08)

 

Partnership Leads to Police Benevolent Foundation Contribution

The development of partnerships through local chapter involvement with other groups and organizations in the community is vitally important to the success of the Police Benevolent Foundation..... (3/16/09)

 

Cary Chapter thanks Nels Roseland for his commitment to the PBA

In August of 2003, Nels Roseland sought and received the PBA endorsement in his re-election bid for the District B seat on the Cary town council. He was endorsed and won his race to return to his seat on the town council. During the next four years on the Cary town council, he supported..... (6/23/08)

 

Bazemore Named Cary Police Chief

 

PBA Comments on Body Armor Longevity

 

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Overnight Shift to be Classified as "Probable Cause" of Cancer

 

Cary Police Chief Discusses Sudden Departure

 

First North Carolina PBF Event A Success

On Friday, November 9, 2007, the first inaugural Police Benevolent Foundation event in North Carolina was held at the Matthews House in Cary, NC.
 

Cary Chapter Holds 2nd Annual PAL Game and Picnic

The Cary Chapter recently held its 2nd Annual PAL game and picnic at Bond Park in Cary. This annual event grew out of the Chapter’s sponsorship of a Senior Babe Ruth team as part of the PAL..... (9/10/07)

 

Officer of the Year Singer Continues to be Recognized (8/02/07)

 

NCPBA Telecommunicator Chapter Steering Committee Formed

After months of discussion and planning a steering committee has been set in place for the PBA’s first Telecommunicator Chapter. The formation of a telecommunications chapter was..... (7/23/07)

 

Cary Chapter Member in Attendance as Father Receives Award

Cary Chapter Member Steve Fonke was in attendance at a ceremony where his dad was awarded the Distinguished..... (7/23/07)

 

2nd Annual Cary Chapter PAL Softball Game and Picnic  (07/05/07)

 

Cary Chapter Sponsors PAL Team for 2nd Year

The Cary Chapter continued its 2nd year of PAL sponsorship with its support of a Senior Babe Ruth team. The North Carolina Police Activities League Inc. (PAL) is a charitable arm of the NCPBA. PAL seeks...... (7/03/07)

 

Cary Chapter Supports a Cure for Breast Cancer

The Cary Chapter recently formed a chapter team to run and walk in the 11th Annual Komen NC Triangle “Race for the Cure”on June 9, 2007. According to the American Cancer...... (7/02/07)

 

Cary Chapter Executive Board Members Attend SSPBA

Leadership Training

Cary Chapter Vice-President Rick Thomas and Secretary Alex Gazaway, recently attended SSPBA leadership training in Stockbridge, GA on May 24th and 25th. Chapter leaders from Arkansas and Alabama also attended the......  (6/4/07)

 

NCPBA Looks to Form New State Chapter at

Telecommunicator Conference

The NCPBA recently served as a sponsor at the 5th annual Telecommunicator conference held at the North Carolina Justice Academy April 1st through April 3rd. This initiative came through the Cary Chapter board and Vice President Rick Thomas who is an Emergency...... (4/16/07)

 

Local Attorney and Friend of PBA Speaks at Cary Chapter Meeting

On April 12th, local attorney Zeke Bridges spoke at the regular monthly meeting of the Cary Chapter. Zeke originally was introduced to the chapter in September of 2006, when he....... (4/16/07)

 

Cary Chapter Shows Incredible Growth and Membership
Involvement in First Year

The Cary Chapter has experienced incredible growth and membership involvement during their first year as an official chapter......  (1/29/07)

 

Cary Chapter Sets Board for Three Year Term

The Cary Chapter recently completed their second election process and formally put their Executive Board in place on December 14, 2006. Thirty three members were nominated for thirteen......  (1/3/07)

 

Cary Chapter Takes PAL Process to a New Level

The Cary Chapter in its first year as a chapter chose to sponsor a PAL team. The North Carolina Police Activities League Inc. (PAL) is a charitable arm of the NCPBA. PAL seeks to build a..... (12/18/06)

 

Cary Chapter thanks Mike Joyce for his commitment to the PBA

In August of 2003, Mike Joyce sought and received the PBA endorsement in his race for an At-Large Town Council seat.  He was endorsed and won his race to go on the council..... (10/2/06)

 

New Cary Chapter Board Members Appointed

Members Greg Savage and Rick Thomas were recently appointed to the Cary Chapter Board. They were appointed to fill two vacant positions on the board that had occurred through...... (7/17/06)

 

Cary Chapter Members Participate in Leadership Training  

The Cary Chapter conducted Leadership Training on Monday, June 19th at the Courtyard by Marriott in Cary.....(6/28/06)

 

Cary Chapter Shows Unprecedented Membership Involvement

The Cary Chapter recently closed out an incredible year of participation by the membership in various activities related to the Chapter and NCPBA..... (6/6/06)

 

Cary Chapter to host Leadership Training

The Cary Chapter will be conducting Leadership Training on Monday, June 19th at the Courtyard by Marriott from 8:30 a.m. till 4:00 p.m. The training will cover the history of the SSPBA..... (6/6/06)

 

Cary Chapter Leaders attend Southern States PBA Leadership Training

Randy Byrd and Jon MacBride, the President and Senior Vice-President of the Cary Chapter recently attended leadership training at SSBPA headquarters...... (6/2/06)

 

Cary Chapter Experiences Incredible Growth

The Cary Chapter has experienced incredible growth during the past year or so. In February of 2005, Cary had 79 members as part of the Raleigh-Wake Chapter. Since that time until April of 2006, the membership has grown to 120 members.....  (4/5/06)

 

Cary Chapter Shows Appreciation for Supporter

The Cary Chapter recently recognized Sandra Whittington at their monthly meeting on March 9, 2006. The Chapter presented her a PBA coffee mug and a $100 gift certificate..... (3/20/06)

 

Cary Chapter Closes out Membership Drive with 16 New Members

The Cary Chapter recently closed out its membership drive with the addition of 16 new members. The drive was designed to create excitement and competition along with increasing the membership. As part of the membership.....   (1/18/06)

 

Cary Board Member’s Wife Serves as PBA Attorney

April MacBride, the wife of Cary Sr. Vice President Jon MacBride, has been a PBA attorney for some time now.  During that time she has represented members throughout.... (1/3/06)

 

Cary Chapter Receives Donation From Local Realtor

Linda Wulff who is the wife of  member Dave Wulff recently  made a significant contribution  to the Cary Chapter. Linda  was  gracious enough to  donate $250...... (12/27/05)

 

 Cary Board Sets Agenda For First Year

At the November 9th meeting, the Cary Chapter Board voted on the agenda that they felt was important to the membership.  This agenda will be pursued during the next year.  Many of the agenda items came through our political screening process where.....  (12/15/05)

 

Cary Chapter Elects Board

The recently formed Cary Chapter completed the election process and formally put their Executive Board in place on November 9th. Twenty seven members were nominated for eleven board seats.....(11/21/05)

 

Cary Chapter Kicks Off Membership Drive

October 1st was the kick-off for the Cary Chapter Membership Drive. The membership committee came up with a comprehensive plan to recruit members through December 31st of this year. Part of the plan includes some nice prizes for those members that step....  (11/21/05)