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Dec 21, 2010, 7:51 pm
December 1, 2010Dear Supporter,As I was going through my pile of mail the other day, I was reminded of how many organizations ask for monetary support. I thought about how people decide which organizations they will support with their hard earned money. I looked at my own giving and was reassured t... Comment - Like
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Nov 8, 2010, 6:52 pm
God has blessed me in a multitude of ways. On September 25th I tied the knot with my lovely bride Renee. I am not sure why it is sometimes called "tying the knot," but I did it anyways. Many of you know Renee from her volunteer work at the Police Center. If you drop by the Police Center, it is likel... Comment - Like
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Nov 8, 2010, 4:36 pm
As many of you know, Mom has been fighting liver cancer for the past two years. For those of you who don't, Mom had Cirrhosis of the liver and the cancer was discovered after required testing for the possibility of a liver transplant. Mom was not a drinker, and it is believed the Cirrhosis may have ... Comment - Like
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Jun 17, 2010, 3:49 pm
Some words of advice to anyone who has ever thought about becoming a criminal:Do not wear this mask while committing a crime. If you have been wondering why I am just getting around to putting up blog posts from Easter Events, this guy is the reason. I have been a Police Department Firearms Instruct... Comment - Like
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Jun 17, 2010, 1:27 pm
Four of our kids from the Police Center had the opportunity to experience, for the first time, racing in the Soap Box Derby. Thanks to the generosity of one of our most fervent supporters, the two sets of twins from the Daily family (Hunter, Takota, Nevada and Sam Daily) each had the chance to drive... Comment - Like
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Jun 17, 2010, 10:41 am
It was time to say goodbye to the old farmhouse I lived in for a short time as a baby. The Brier Hill Volunteer Fire Department along with some Hammond VFD folks utilized the structure for a training. How wonderful it was that the training coincided with our fishing trip. The farmhouse is across the... Comment - Like
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Jun 8, 2010, 12:02 pm
Our scheduled Bullhead Fishing Trip in April had to be postponed because of unforeseen Police Department staffing needs (the day we planned to leave got red lined). We were unable to reschedule until May 21st (a little too late for good bullhead fishing). However, it was much warmer and we could not... Comment - Like
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Jun 7, 2010, 2:42 pm
The Brier Hill Volunteer Fire Department is located a few miles from my camp on Black Lake. I had met with Fire Chief Shawn Macaulay a year ago to discuss burning down our old farm house as a training. During our conversation we talked about programs at the Police Center and about how the Brier Hill... Comment - Like
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Jun 7, 2010, 1:35 pm
We served over 300 children, plus parents, at our Children's Easter Party this year. Families enjoyed free hot dogs, hamburgers, sausages, Frito Lays chips and a beverage while they colored their eggs. With such a large number attending the party, we took families in shifts. As soon as a family ate,... Comment - Like
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Mar 31, 2010, 2:35 pm
Folks,Just a reminder, the "Dough Raiser" at UNO Chicago Grill (Carousel Mall) is today. Please come out for a bite to eat and support the Police Center. I will be there after 5pm. Stop by my table and introduce yourself. I will be seated at a table in the bar area.Thank you for your support,Officer... Comment - Like
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Mar 26, 2010, 10:56 am
Hey Folks,The UNO CHICAGO GRILL is hosting a Dough Raiser to help generate funds for the Police Center at Carousel Mall. On Wednesday March 31st, up to 20% of your check may be donated to the Police Center Fund. Invite family and friends to join you for dinner at the UNO CHICAGO GRILL in Carousel Ma... Comment - Like
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Mar 22, 2010, 4:49 pm
This was the first time I ever went Ice fishing, I have to say it was not what I was expecting. I am a Student at Syracuse University and I thought I knew what cold was but surely New York State was just showing me a sample of its weather. When we first got onto the lake, my hands instantly froze ... Comment - Like
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Mar 17, 2010, 5:02 pm
I felt I was the most prepared I have ever been for our Annual Ice-Fishing Trip on Black Lake this year. I had made several trips to camp the weeks before to get everything set up. The ice-shanties were already in place out on the lake, the snowmobiles and ATVs were gassed and sitting on the lawn re... Comment - Like
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Jan 15, 2010, 12:31 pm
We had to hold our Pumpkin Carving Party in shifts to accommodate everyone. As soon as one family finished dinner and carving their pumpkins, we would clear the table and seat another family. We picked 300 pumpkins and received a few more through donations but not a pumpkin was left by the end of t... Comment - Like
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Jan 15, 2010, 11:52 am
We took some neighborhood children out to Hafner's Farms in Baldwinsville to pick pumpkins for our annual Pumpkin Carving Party. In a short time we loaded 300 pumpkins into my trailer. The children and I enjoy making the annual trip to the pumpkin patch. Every year I chuckle to myself as I watch the... Comment - Like
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Oct 16, 2009, 2:25 pm
October 2009Dear Supporter,It’s been a busy fall for me. I recently finished helping instruct our bi-annual firearms qualifications and now I am assisting with Police Academy Firearms Training, plus I will be facilitating a Team building day for our Emergency Response Team (SWAT Team). Add in a co... Comment - Like
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Aug 17, 2009, 12:26 pm
Our Picnic with the Police and Fire Departments was a success with over 800 people signing in at the picnic. The day started out cloudy (which was nice while we worked to set up for the picnic). Once the clouds cleared and the sun came out it warmed up quickly. Our first hour started out slow with o... Comment - Like
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Aug 11, 2009, 8:18 pm
Our Annual Picnic with the Police & Fire Departments is this Thursday August 13th in Washington Square Park from 11-4pm. Free food, drinks, game prizes and photos with Police and Firemen. Come on down to the Park for a fun time. Comment - Like
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Aug 7, 2009, 2:19 pm
Our Summer Camping Trip was wonderful. At first we were a little worried about the weather. We set a couple of pop -ups so, we could get under them if it was rainy. We did have a few spotty showers but nothing which hindered our activities.A child from past summer trips with the Police Center (now 3... Comment - Like
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Jul 20, 2009, 2:04 pm
Dear Supporter,I hope everyone is managing to find ways to enjoy their self during this cool, wet, summer. I am beginning to wonder if we are even going to have a summer. I am making the best of summer, getting a lot of time with area children who are out of school and enjoying time up to camp with ... Comment - Like
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