New England Police Benevolent Association, Inc.

𝗡𝗘𝗣𝗕𝗔 𝗦𝗧𝗔𝗧𝗘𝗠𝗘𝗡𝗧 𝗥𝗘𝗚𝗔𝗥𝗗𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗢𝗡𝗚𝗢𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗖𝗢𝗡𝗧𝗥𝗔𝗖𝗧 𝗡𝗘𝗚𝗢𝗧𝗜𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗦 𝗜𝗡 𝗔𝗠𝗘𝗦𝗕𝗨𝗥𝗬 The New England Police Benevolent Association (NEPBA) stands firmly behind the dedicated men and women of Amesbury Patrol Officers Local 144 and Superior Officers Local 143 as they continue to face an unacceptable breakdown in communication, accountability, and leadership throughout their ongoing contract negotiations with the City of Amesbury. Read full statement here ➡️ tinyurl.com/2k8mky9n

The NEPBA extends our sincere appreciation to every member, family, friend, and supporter who stood alongside us throughout this election. We are especially grateful to @mikeminoguema for his unwavering support of law enforcement and his willingness to stand up for the men and women who put their lives on the line every day to protect our communities. Mike demonstrated the leadership, integrity, and courage that we believe Massachusetts deserves. He listened to the concerns of law enforcement professionals, recognized the challenges facing our profession, and made public safety a priority. For that, he has earned our respect and gratitude. While the election may be over, our mission remains unchanged. NEPBA will never compromise its principles for political convenience, access, or popularity. Our endorsements, our advocacy, and our positions will always be guided by what we believe is right for our members and the communities they serve. We will continue to speak out when others remain silent. We will continue to challenge policies that put our members and the public at risk. And we will continue to hold elected officials accountable, regardless of political affiliation. Our loyalty is not to a political party or an elected official. Our loyalty is to the men and women we proudly represent. To our members and supporters: Thank you for your trust, your commitment, and your willingness to stand with us. To Mike Minogue: Thank you for standing with law enforcement. Your support will not be forgotten. Elections come and go. Our principles do not. We are NEPBA. We will not back down, we will not be silenced, and we will never stop fighting for what is right.

NEPBA encourages all of our members, their families, and communities to get out and exercise their right to vote! As you head to the polls today, we encourage you to take a close look at where candidates stand on the issues that matter to our law enforcement professionals: public safety, officer protections, adequate staffing, and the resources needed to keep our communities safe. Campaign promises are one thing. Actions, voting records, and demonstrated commitments to public safety are another. At the NEPBA, our mission remains the same regardless of who holds elected office: to advocate for the men and women who put on the uniform and serve our communities every day. Make your voice heard. Exercise your right to vote. 🇺🇸 #ElectionDay

The NEPBA extends appreciation to the dedicated police officers, correctional officers, dispatchers, and first responders working this Halloween to ensure everyone can enjoy a safe and fun evening. To all the families heading out for trick-or-treating, stay visible, watch for traffic, and look out for one another! And to our members spending Halloween on duty instead of at home with their families — thank you for your service, sacrifice, and commitment to the communities you protect.

𝗙𝗢𝗥 𝗜𝗠𝗠𝗘𝗗𝗜𝗔𝗧𝗘 𝗥𝗘𝗟𝗘𝗔𝗦𝗘 𝘕𝘌𝘗𝘉𝘈 𝘌𝘹𝘦𝘤𝘶𝘵𝘪𝘷𝘦 𝘋𝘪𝘳𝘦𝘤𝘵𝘰𝘳 𝘛𝘰𝘮 𝘛𝘶𝘳𝘤𝘰 𝘊𝘩𝘢𝘭𝘭𝘦𝘯𝘨𝘦𝘴 𝘎𝘰𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘯𝘰𝘳 𝘏𝘦𝘢𝘭𝘦𝘺 𝘖𝘷𝘦𝘳 𝘗𝘙𝘖𝘛𝘌𝘊𝘛 𝘈𝘤𝘵, 𝘘𝘶𝘦𝘴𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘴 𝘏𝘦𝘳 𝘊𝘰𝘮𝘮𝘪𝘵𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘵 𝘵𝘰 𝘗𝘶𝘣𝘭𝘪𝘤 𝘚𝘢𝘧𝘦𝘵𝘺 Chelmsford, MA — October 27, 2026 — New England Police Benevolent Association (NEPBA) Executive Director and former Massachusetts Secretary of Public Safety Tom Turco is calling on Governor Maura Healey to address mounting concerns surrounding the Commonwealth's PROTECT Act, questioning whether her administration has adequately considered the law's potential consequences for law enforcement officers and the communities they are sworn to protect.‍ Turco, who previously served as Massachusetts Commissioner of Correction and Secretary of Public Safety, worked closely with Healey during her tenure as Attorney General. He expressed serious disappointment with the governor's recent defense of the legislation and what he believes is a troubling departure from the public safety priorities he witnessed firsthand.‍ Read the full release ➡️ tinyurl.com/3rsjhf6e

What an incredible turnout Monday evening at the NEPBA's Central Massachusetts office in Sterling, as we welcomed Mike Minogue, candidate for Governor of Massachusetts, for an evening of conversation, camaraderie, and engagement with the law enforcement community. The room was packed with NEPBA members, local leaders, elected officials, and supporters who gathered to hear directly from Mike about his vision for the Commonwealth and the issues impacting our communities. 🚨 A MAJOR ANNOUNCEMENT FROM WORCESTER! One of the highlights of the evening was the announcement that NEPBA Local 911, representing Worcester Police officers, has officially endorsed Mike Minogue for Governor of Massachusetts! The announcement marks an additional local-level endorsement within the NEPBA, following the association's statewide endorsement of Minogue. We extend our sincere appreciation to our tremendous co-hosts at N&T Mechanical, particularly President Chad Scesny and Founder Tim Nickerson, for their generosity, partnership, and commitment to making the evening a success. A special thank-you to Worcester County Sheriff Lew Evangelidis for joining us and introducing Mike, and to all of the elected officials and distinguished guests who attended. The evening brought together members of law enforcement, organized labor, and community leadership for meaningful conversations about public safety and the future of Massachusetts.

𝗡𝗘𝗣𝗕𝗔 𝗖𝗔𝗟𝗟𝗦 𝗙𝗢𝗥 𝗚𝗥𝗘𝗔𝗧𝗘𝗥 𝗢𝗩𝗘𝗥𝗦𝗜𝗚𝗛𝗧 𝗔𝗡𝗗 𝗣𝗨𝗕𝗟𝗜𝗖 𝗦𝗔𝗙𝗘𝗧𝗬 𝗣𝗥𝗢𝗧𝗘𝗖𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗦 𝗔𝗦 𝗖𝗢𝗠𝗠𝗘𝗥𝗖𝗜𝗔𝗟 𝗗𝗥𝗢𝗡𝗘 𝗗𝗘𝗟𝗜𝗩𝗘𝗥𝗬 𝗢𝗣𝗘𝗥𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗦 𝗘𝗫𝗣𝗔𝗡𝗗 The New England Police Benevolent Association (NEPBA) stands with the residents of Westborough, Massachusetts, and the law enforcement community in expressing serious concerns regarding the proposed expansion of commercial drone delivery operations. Read more here ➡️ tinyurl.com

𝗙𝗢𝗥 𝗜𝗠𝗠𝗘𝗗𝗜𝗔𝗧𝗘 𝗥𝗘𝗟𝗘𝗔𝗦𝗘 𝘕𝘌𝘗𝘉𝘈 𝘈𝘯𝘯𝘰𝘶𝘯𝘤𝘦𝘴 𝘈𝘱𝘱𝘰𝘪𝘯𝘵𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘵 𝘰𝘧 𝘒𝘦𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘚𝘶𝘭𝘭𝘪𝘷𝘢𝘯 𝘢𝘴 𝘋𝘪𝘳𝘦𝘤𝘵𝘰𝘳 𝘰𝘧 𝘖𝘳𝘨𝘢𝘯𝘪𝘻𝘪𝘯𝘨 Chelmsford, MA – October 20, 2026 –The New England Police Benevolent Association (NEPBA) is proud to announce the appointment of Keith Sullivan as its new Director of Organizing, further strengthening the Association's leadership team as it continues to expand its membership and representation throughout New England.‍ Sullivan brings more than two decades of experience in organized labor, collective bargaining, and member advocacy. A former correction officer with the Middlesex Sheriff's Office, where he served from 1992 until his retirement in 2013, Sullivan held several elected leadership positions within NEPBA Local 500, including Secretary, Vice President, and President. Read more here ➡️ tinyurl.com/hafnfxwp

Today, the New England Police Benevolent Association (NEPBA) was proud to attend the George L. Hanna Memorial Awards for Bravery at the Massachusetts State House in Boston. Named in honor of Massachusetts State Trooper George L. Hanna, who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty, these prestigious awards recognize law enforcement officers who have demonstrated extraordinary courage, heroism, and an unwavering commitment to protecting the communities they serve. Today serves as a powerful reminder that behind every badge is an individual willing to put the safety and well-being of others before their own. To this year's honorees: Your courage does not go unnoticed, your sacrifices are not forgotten, and your service represents the very best of our profession. The NEPBA is proud to stand alongside the brave men and women of law enforcement, not just on occasions of recognition, but every single day. Congratulations to all of this year's recipients. You make our profession proud. #NEPBA #LawEnforcement #HonorAndSacrifice #BackTheBlue

𝗡𝗘𝗣𝗕𝗔 𝗦𝗢𝗨𝗡𝗗𝗦 𝗔𝗟𝗔𝗥𝗠 𝗢𝗩𝗘𝗥 𝗣𝗢𝗥𝗧𝗦𝗠𝗢𝗨𝗧𝗛 𝗣𝗢𝗟𝗜𝗖𝗘 𝗦𝗧𝗔𝗙𝗙𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗖𝗥𝗜𝗦𝗜𝗦, 𝗖𝗔𝗟𝗟𝗦 𝗢𝗡 𝗖𝗜𝗧𝗬 𝗟𝗘𝗔𝗗𝗘𝗥𝗦𝗛𝗜𝗣 𝗧𝗢 𝗧𝗔𝗞𝗘 𝗜𝗠𝗠𝗘𝗗𝗜𝗔𝗧𝗘 𝗔𝗖𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 The New England Police Benevolent Association (NEPBA) stands firmly alongside the dedicated men and women of NEPBA Local 11, the Portsmouth Patrolmen's Union, as they confront a worsening crisis involving staffing shortages, officer retention, compensation, and deteriorating morale within the Portsmouth Police Department. Read full statement here ➡️ tinyurl.com/a4j63fa7

𝗡𝗘𝗣𝗕𝗔 𝗥𝗘𝗦𝗣𝗢𝗡𝗗𝗦 𝗧𝗢 𝟭𝟱-𝗖𝗢𝗨𝗡𝗧 𝗜𝗡𝗗𝗜𝗖𝗧𝗠𝗘𝗡𝗧 𝗢𝗙 𝗟𝗔𝗪𝗥𝗘𝗡𝗖𝗘 𝗠𝗔𝗬𝗢𝗥 𝗕𝗥𝗜𝗔𝗡 𝗗𝗘𝗣𝗘𝗡̃𝗔 Today’s announcement from the Massachusetts Attorney General’s Office marks an extraordinary and deeply troubling development for the City of Lawrence. Read full statement here ➡️ tinyurl.com/2p29hhnx

𝗟𝗔𝗪𝗥𝗘𝗡𝗖𝗘 𝗣𝗢𝗟𝗜𝗖𝗘 𝗦𝗨𝗣𝗘𝗥𝗜𝗢𝗥 𝗢𝗙𝗙𝗜𝗖𝗘𝗥𝗦 𝗦𝗧𝗜𝗟𝗟 𝗪𝗔𝗜𝗧𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗙𝗢𝗥 𝗔𝗡𝗦𝗪𝗘𝗥𝗦 𝗡𝗘𝗔𝗥𝗟𝗬 𝗔 𝗬𝗘𝗔𝗥 𝗟𝗔𝗧𝗘𝗥 Nearly a year after the NEPBA first publicly raised concerns regarding unresolved hostile work environment complaints involving members of the Lawrence Police Superior Officers Association, the Union reports that the investigation remains incomplete and fundamental questions remain unanswered. At the center of those unanswered questions is the role of the Lawrence Mayor’s Office. READ FULL STATEMENT HERE ➡️ tinyurl.com/3aa5r5m8

The NEPBA is proud to recognize Mattapoisett Police Officer Jacob Fluegel for his actions that may have prevented a catastrophic collision on I-195. While on patrol Friday, Officer Fluegel heard a Massachusetts State Police broadcast reporting a vehicle traveling the wrong way on I-195. Without hesitation, he responded to the highway in an effort to locate the vehicle before someone was seriously hurt. Officer Fluegel soon encountered the wrong-way vehicle traveling directly toward him. As he attempted to stop it, the vehicle ultimately struck his police cruiser. The driver was transported to the hospital, and the incident remains under investigation by Massachusetts State Police. This is the reality of law enforcement: an ordinary patrol can become a life-or-death situation in seconds. Officer Fluegel put himself in harm’s way to protect countless motorists traveling that highway. His awareness, courage, and decisive response are a tremendous example of the commitment our officers demonstrate every day. NEPBA commends Officer Jacob Fluegel for a job well done and, most importantly, we are grateful he is safe.

Every badge has a story. Next week, we begin telling them. The New England Police Benevolent Association is proud to announce the debut of Behind the Badge, a new video series presented by @wellpoint highlighting the stories of the brave men and women who protect and serve communities across New England. Through their own voices, you’ll hear what called them to serve, what the badge means to them, and the dedication, sacrifice, and humanity behind the uniform. Be sure to follow NEPBA and stay tuned for our first episode!

NEPBA is proud to recognize Westborough Police Officer and reigning Miss Massachusetts 2026 Ashlyn Mercier, who will take the mound at Polar Park to throw out the ceremonial first pitch at the @WooSox First Responder Wednesday game! Officer Mercier continues to represent the law enforcement profession with pride both in uniform and across the Commonwealth. We encourage our members, families, and fellow first responders to come out to Polar Park and show their support! 🎟️ Get your tickets here: tinyurl.com/4x8tdysv