PRESS RELEASE: State University Police Save Stabbing Victim at Adventureland on Long Island Officers from SUNY Farmingdale Demonstrate Their Commitment to Both Campus and Community Safety
Wednesday, July 10, 2024Albany, NY (July 10, 2024) – When shocked families across Long Island learned about this weekend’s stabbing at Adventureland Amusement Park, they probably heard that local police officers responded immediately, arrested the assailant, and provided lifesaving aid to the stabbing victim. What they probably didn’t know is that New York State University Police Officers Connor Coghlin and Ryan O’Donnell from the nearby Farmingdale State College campus were the first on the scene and provided lifesaving care to the victim - including the use of hemostatic QuikClot to prevent the victim from bleeding out, allowing the victim’s family to avoid unspeakable tragedy.
Read MorePRESS RELEASE: PBA of New York State Members Recognized for Exemplary Service in Protecting Campus Community
Thursday, June 20, 2024
Assemblymember Jonathan Rivera Secured Legislative Proclamations Honoring Buffalo State University Police Officers Urbanski and Olszewski for Preventing Violent Tragedy at University Basketball Game
Read MorePassing of Ranger Robbi Mecus
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Revered New York forest ranger dies scaling mountain in Alaska
Monday, April 29, 2024Robbi Mecus, a state forest ranger and admired Adirondack community member, died while climbing in Alaska’s Denali National Park last week.
Read MoreBHPA Caucus Members Throw Support Behind PBA Retirement Budget Fight
Monday, April 08, 2024Click here to watch the full video
Read MoreService information for Fallen Brother Lt. David J. McShane
Friday, January 26, 2024In honor of Dave’s life, relatives and friends are invited to gather on Sunday, January 28, from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Buranich Funeral Home, 5431 W. Genesee St., Camillus.
A funeral Mass will be celebrated Monday, January 29 at 10:30 a.m. in St. Joseph’s Church, 5600 W. Genesee St., Camillus.
Please click this link to the Buranich Funeral Home to view the web page honoring David and for other details.
Read MorePBANYS Members Mourn Passing of Environmental Conservation Officer Lt. David McShane Law Enforcement Veteran of 22 Years Lost to 9/11 Related Illness
Wednesday, January 24, 2024
Albany, NY (January 24, 2024) – It is with heavy hearts that the members of the PBA of New York State (PBANYS) announce the passing of Environmental Conservation Officer (ECO) Lt. David J. McShane of Marcellus, NY who died on January 22nd at the age of 50 from illness related to his service at the World Trade Center site following the horrendous attacks of 9/11.
Read MoreGovernor Hochul’s Veto Message
Friday, December 15, 2023Click here to read the Governor's veto message
Read MorePRESS RELEASE - Governor Hochul Misses Historic Opportunity by Vetoing Pension Equity and Diversity Legislation
Friday, December 08, 2023Failure to Enact 20-Year Retirement for State Law Enforcement Officers Jeopardizes Public Safety and Makes it Harder to Recruit and Retain Diverse Officers
Read MorePRESS RELEASE: The PBA of New York State Calls on Governor Hochul to Sign 20-Year Retirement Parity Bill for Members
Friday, December 01, 2023Law Would Help Recruit and Retain Diverse Officers and Support Governor’s Female 30x30 Recruitment Initiative.
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