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Cary, Wake County and Raleigh Chapters to Host 10th Annual George Almond Officer of the Year Banquet

December 28, 2015

The PBA has long held the reputation for educating the public about the daily work of law enforcement officers and the sacrifices they make to keep their communities safe. Through these education efforts many relationships with the community have led to partnerships that have benefited members of the PBA. The PBA also has an extensive history for creating solid and sustainable relationships with elected officials to effect positive change for their members.

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Cary Chapter to Host 9th Annual George Almond Officer of the Year Banquet

January 27, 2015

The PBA has long held the reputation for educating the public about the daily work of law enforcement officers and the sacrifices they make to keep their communities safe. Through these education efforts many relationships with the community have led to partnerships that have benefited members of the PBA. The PBA also has an extensive history for creating solid and sustainable relationships with elected officials to effect positive change for their members.

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Cary Chapter to Host 8th Annual George Almond Officer of the Year Banquet

January 21, 2014

The PBA has long held the reputation for educating the public about the daily work of law enforcement officers and the sacrifices they make to keep their communities safe. Through these education efforts many relationships with the community have led to partnerships that have benefited members of the PBA. The PBA also has an extensive history for creating solid and sustainable relationships with elected officials to effect positive change for their members.

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Cary Chapter to Host 7th Annual George Almond Officer of the Year Awards Banquet

February 25, 2013

The 7th annual awards banquet will be held at the Cypress Manor in Cary on March 9, 2013. Registration is from 5 to 6 p.m. For full details on the event and to purchase tickets or to serve as a host or sponsor please read on.

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North Carolina Police Benevolent Association holding two raffles to raise funds for the Police Benevolent Foundation

February 4, 2013

The North Carolina Police Benevolent Association is currently holding two separate raffles for sports memorabilia items to benefit the Police Benevolent Foundation.

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Cary Chapter to Host 6th Annual Officer of the Year Banquet

January 1, 2012

The PBA has long held the reputation for educating the public about the daily work of law enforcement officers and the sacrifices they make to keep their communities safe. Through these education efforts many relationships with the community have led to partnerships that have benefited members of the PBA. The PBA also has an extensive history for creating solid and sustainable relationships with elected officials to effect positive change for their members.

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George Almond knows first hand what Congresswoman Gabby Giffords is going through

December 1, 2011

Retired Cary officer knows first-hand what Congresswoman Gabby Giffords is going through

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Shooting ended his career, but George Almond would do it again

December 1, 2011

George Almond of Cary knows about the fear, pain and long recovery that lie ahead for Roanoke Rapids Police Officer John Taylor, who was shot by a suspect during a traffic stop Wednesday afternoon.

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5th Annual George Almond Officer of the Year Award Winner Named

July 1, 2011

Detective Matt Pearson is the recipient of the 5th Annual Award

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Cary Chapter to Host 5th Annual Officer of the Year Banquet

January 18, 2011

The PBA has long held the reputation for educating the public about the daily work of law enforcement officers and the sacrifices they make to keep their communities safe. Through these education efforts many relationships with the community have led to partnerships that have benefited members of the PBA. The PBA also has an extensive history for creating solid and sustainable relationships with elected officials to effect positive change for their members.

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4th Annual "George Almond" Officer of the Year Award Winner Named

March 1, 2010

Officer Glenn Mitchell is the recipient of the 4th Annual Award

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Cary Chapter to Host 4th Annual Officer of the Year Banquet

February 3, 2010

The Cary Chapter of the North Carolina Police Benevolent Association, in 2005, chose to sponsor an Officer of the Year award in honor of George Almond. Almond, a PBA member, was shot in the line of duty in October 2001. He survived the shooting and returned to duty as a Detective in juvenile investigations before retiring in August 2004. The award recognizes exemplary performance in the areas of leadership, community service, mentoring, excellence in performance, and valor. Officer Robert Tonietto, Officer Keith McKenna, Officer Glenn Mitchell, Corporal Jeff Huser, and Detective Mike Lindley have been named as finalists for the 4th annual award.

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Officer of the Year Banquet Auctioneer Featured on WRAL-TV

October 1, 2009

The third annual "George Almond" Officer of the Year awards banquet was held at the Embassy Suites in Cary on February 21, 2009. As part of the festivities a live auction was conducted by Ben Farrell to raise money for Cary Crime Stoppers and the Police Benevolent Foundation.

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3rd Annual George Almond Officer of the Year Award Winner Named

March 2, 2009

Detective George Daniels is the Recipient of 3rd Annual Award

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2nd Annual George Almond Officer of the Year Award Winner Named

April 1, 2008

Detective Jim Young is the Recipient of 2nd Annual Award

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2006 George Almond Officer of the Year Named

March 15, 2007

Detective Jim Grier was named the 1st recipient of the 2006 George Almond Officer of the Year award in festivities at the Embassy Suites in Cary on February 17, 2007. The Cary Chapter Board, in their first year chose to sponsor an Officer of the Year award in honor of retired Detective George Almond. Almond, who is a PBA member was shot in the line of duty in October of 2001.

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Cary Chapter to Host Officer of the Year Banquet

February 21, 2007

The Cary Chapter, in its first year chose to sponsor an Officer of the Year award. The award was named for George Almond. Almond, a PBA member, was shot in the line of duty in October 2001. Almond survived the shooting and returned to duty as a Detective in juvenile investigations before retiring in August 2004.

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Cary Chapter to Sponsor Officer of the Year Award In Honor of Retired Detective George Almond

February 1, 2007

The Cary Chapter board recently voted to sponsor an Officer of the Year Award in honor of retired Detective George Almond. Almond, a PBA member, was shot in the line of duty in October of 2001.

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North Carolina News
NCPBA Scholarship Recipient Lucy Yopp

February 28, 2024

Lucy Yopp, who was recently awarded a scholarship from the Police Benevolent Foundation (PBF) for North Carolina, calls herself "lucky enough to grow up near the beach," in Hampstead, North Carolina.

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North Carolina Behind The Badge PTSD & Suicide Prevention Seminar

February 5, 2024

This seminar is absolutely free, and it is extremely valuable in its potential for saving families, careers and most importantly - saving lives.

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NCPBA Scholarship Recipient Liliana Ashburn

January 10, 2024

Liliana Ashburn, of Belews Creek, North Carolina, is thankful to have been awarded a scholarship by the PBF for the North Carolina Division.

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