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SUMMARY:Housing Bureau
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://nycdetectives.org/event/housing-bureau/
LOCATION:Weyman Ave\, New Rochelle\, NY 10805\, Weyman Ave\, New Rochelle\, 10805\, United States
CATEGORIES:Holiday Party
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241219T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241219T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152310
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LAST-MODIFIED:20241218T094048Z
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SUMMARY:Memorial for Det. Joseph G. Lemm
DESCRIPTION:There will be a Ninth Memorial and a Statue Unveiling for Det. Joseph G. Lemm on Thursday\, December 19\, 2024\, at 11:00 a.m. at the Police Academy\, at 130-30   28th Avenue in Queens\, NY  11354.
URL:https://nycdetectives.org/event/memorial-for-det-joseph-g-lemm/
LOCATION:Police Academy\, 130-30 28th Avenue\, Queens\, NY\, 11354
CATEGORIES:Dedication,Remembrance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241218T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241218T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152310
CREATED:20241218T101754Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241218T101754Z
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SUMMARY:The Annual Memorial Toy Giveaway
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://nycdetectives.org/event/the-annual-memorial-toy-giveaway/
LOCATION:195 sanford street bk\, ny 11205\, 195 sanford street bk\,\, 11205
CATEGORIES:Holiday Party
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241218T063000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241218T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152310
CREATED:20241218T101311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241218T101311Z
UID:81617-1734503400-1734541200@nycdetectives.org
SUMMARY:Daniel at the sight & sound theater
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://nycdetectives.org/event/daniel-at-the-sight-sound-theater/
LOCATION:Lancaster Country\, PA
CATEGORIES:Holiday Party
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241217T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241217T230000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152310
CREATED:20241218T095822Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241218T100831Z
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SUMMARY:Chief of Detectives
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://nycdetectives.org/event/chief-of-detectives/
CATEGORIES:Holiday Party
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241212T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241213T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152310
CREATED:20241209T154516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241209T175133Z
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SUMMARY:Wake & Funeral for Active Det. Kevin J. Winters
DESCRIPTION:The DEA regrets to announce the passing of Active Det. Kevin J. Winters of the 105 Squad. Det. Winters joined the force on January 9\, 2012\, and was promoted to Detective on June 10\, 2021. He will be greatly missed. \nViewing \nThursday\, December 12\, 2024 \n1400 to 1600 hours \n1900 to 2100 hours \nChapey & Sons Funeral Home \n20 Hicksville Road \nBethpage\, NY 11714 \nFuneral Mass \nFriday\, December 13\, 2024 \n1100 hours \nSaint Kilian Roman Catholic Church \n485 Conklin Street \nFarmingdale\, NY 11735 \nInterment \nPrivate Cremation \n 
URL:https://nycdetectives.org/event/wake-funeral-for-active-det-kevin-j-winters/
LOCATION:Chapey & Sons Funeral Home\, 20 Hicksville Road\, Bethpage\, NY\, 11714
CATEGORIES:Funeral
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241212T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241213T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152310
CREATED:20241209T174931Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241209T175001Z
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SUMMARY:Wake & Funeral for Active Det. Charles A. Cato
DESCRIPTION:The DEA regrets to announce the passing of active Force Investigation Division Det. Charles A. Cato\, who was killed in an automobile accident on December 6\, 2024. Det. Cato joined the force on July 19\, 2007\, and was promoted to Detective on February 24\, 2017. He will be greatly missed. \nViewing \nThursday December 12\, 2024 \n1400 to 1600 hours \n1800 to 2000 hours \nQuigley – Sullivan Funeral Home\, Inc. \n337 Hudson Street \nCornwall-On-Hudson\, NY 12520 \nFuneral Mass \nFriday December 13\, 2024 \n1000 hours \nSt. Thomas of Canterbury Church RC \nalso known as Marianne Cope Parish \n340 Hudson Street \nCornwall-On-Hudson\, NY 12520 \nPrivate Cremation to follow \n 
URL:https://nycdetectives.org/event/wake-funeral-for-active-det-charles-a-cato/
LOCATION:Quiqley-Sullivan Funeral Home\, 337 Hudson Street\, Cornwall-On-Hudson\, NY\, 12520
CATEGORIES:Funeral
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241212T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241212T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152310
CREATED:20241125T182831Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241125T182900Z
UID:78303-1733999400-1734008400@nycdetectives.org
SUMMARY:Memorial for Det. First Grade Peter J. Figoski
DESCRIPTION:Patrol Borough Brooklyn North and the 75 Precinct will be holding a memorial for Det. First Grade Peter J. Figoski on Thursday\, December 12\, 2024\, beginning at 10:30 a.m. at Saint Joseph’s Roman Catholic Church at 39 North Carll Aveue in Babylon\, NY 11702. It will be followed by a graveside wreath-laying ceremony at noon at North Babylon Cemetery\, East Gate\, Livingston Avenue in Babylon\, NY 11702.
URL:https://nycdetectives.org/event/memorial-for-det-first-grade-peter-j-figoski/
LOCATION:St. Joseph’s RC Church\, 39 North Carll Avenue\, Babylon\, NY\, 11702
CATEGORIES:Remembrance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241211T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241211T233000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152310
CREATED:20240829T155939Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240829T160248Z
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SUMMARY:The Rafael Ramos Foundation Winter Gala
DESCRIPTION:The 10th year anniversary fundraiser of the Rafael Ramos Foundation will be held on Wednesday\, December 11\, 2024. Former NYC Police Commissioner William J. Bratton will be given the Lifetime Achievement Award. \n7:00 p.m. cocktail hour \n8:00 p.m. awards program \n$200 per person\, includes open bar and live DJ\, with celebrity guest appearances. \nEvent will be held at Russo’s on the Bay\, 162-45 Cross Bay Boulevard\, Howard Beach\, Queens\, NY  11414. \nVisit https://www.theramosfoundation.org/  to purchase tickets. \n 
URL:https://nycdetectives.org/event/the-rafael-ramos-foundation-winter-gala/
LOCATION:Russo’s on the Bay\, 162-45 Cross Bay Boulevard\, Howard Beach\, NY\, 11414
CATEGORIES:Awards Dinner
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241210T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241210T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152310
CREATED:20241112T163743Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241112T163743Z
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SUMMARY:Detective Brian “Smiles” Simonsen Foundation “Holiday Toy Giveaway”
DESCRIPTION:There will be a “Holiday Toy Giveaway” hosted by the Detective Brian “Smiles” Simonsen Foundation on December 10\, 2024\, from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the 102 Precinct at 87-34   118th Street in Richmond Hill\, NY  11418. Free giveaways\, snacks\, and refreshments will be available. Kids (and adults!) can take a picture with Santa. The first 500 children are guaranteed a toy. For more information\, contact Erik Contreras at (516) 233-7851 or Nick Salomone at (631) 445-2170.
URL:https://nycdetectives.org/event/detective-brian-smiles-simonsen-foundation-holiday-toy-giveaway/
LOCATION:102 Precinct\, 87-34 118th Street\, Richmond Hill\, NY\, 11418
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241207T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241207T233000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152310
CREATED:20241119T175737Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241119T175854Z
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SUMMARY:Det. Terence Mulvey Toys for Children Annual Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:The Det. Terence Mulvey Toys for Children annual fundraising event will be held Saturday\, December 7\, 2024\, starting at 3:00 p.m. at Downey’s Bar & Grill at 5790 Mosholu Avenue in The Bronx\, NY 10471. This annual effort is on its 37th year\, and raises money for toys for children at Columbia Presbyterian Hospital\, now renamed New York Presbyterian Morgan Stanley Children’s Hospital. Terry was an instrumental part of the fundraising effort and upon his passing in 2021\, it was renamed for him.  Join them for a night of fun and raffles\, and all for a great cause! For more information\, contact Erin Mulvey at (646) 529-4295.
URL:https://nycdetectives.org/event/det-terence-mulvey-toys-for-children-annual-fundraiser/
LOCATION:Downey’s Bar & Grill\, 5790 Mosholu Avenue\, The Bronx\, NY 10471
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241206T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241207T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152310
CREATED:20241119T164152Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241119T164152Z
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SUMMARY:Wake & Funeral for Retired Det. Joseph T. Schneider
DESCRIPTION:The DEA regrets to announce the death of retired Det. Joseph T. Schneider. After attending Merrimack College\, Det. Schneider was appointed to the force on August 30\, 1993. He was promoted to Detective on July 30\, 1999\, and retired out of Queens Narcotics on October 31\, 2002. In retirement\, he and his family resettled in South Carolina. His death is pending WTC “line of duty” status. \nDet. Schneider was described as\, “Unforgettable — a great athlete\, a great fraternity brother\, and the greatest of friends. He lit up every room.” An excellent Police Officer\, he was known for his sense of humor and his ability to make others laugh. Said one friend\, “What a talent he had for bringing a smile to everyone’s face. Certainly he’s the headliner entertaining all the angels now.” Det. Schneider will be greatly missed. \nViewing \nFriday\, December 6\, 2024 \n1600 to 2000 hours \nA.L. Jacobsen Funeral Home \n1380 New York Avenue \nHuntington Station\, NY 11746 \nFuneral Service \nSaturday\, December 7\, 2024 \n0930 hours \nSt. Hugh of Lincoln R.C. Church \n21 E. 9th Street \nHuntington Station\, NY 11746 \nInterment \nSt. Patrick’s Cemetery \n45 Huntington Road \nHuntington\, NY 11743 \n 
URL:https://nycdetectives.org/event/wake-funeral-for-retired-det-joseph-t-schneider/
LOCATION:A.L. Jacobsen Funeral Home\, 1380 New York Avenue\, Huntington Station\, NY\, 11746
CATEGORIES:Funeral
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241127T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241127T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152310
CREATED:20241119T144751Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241119T144803Z
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SUMMARY:Blood Drive in Memory of Det. Dillon Stewart
DESCRIPTION:There will be a Blood Drive in memory of Det. Dillon Stewart\, who was shot and killed in the line of duty November 28\, 2005. \nThe Blood Drive will be held on Wednesday\, November 27\, 2024 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the 70th Precinct at 154 Lawrence Avenue in Brooklyn\, NY  11230. Please honor Det. Dillon’s legacy by giving the gift of life by donating blood.
URL:https://nycdetectives.org/event/blood-drive-in-memory-of-det-dillon-stewart/
LOCATION:70 Precinct\, 154 Lawrence Avenue\, Brooklyn\, NY\, 11230
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241121T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241121T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152310
CREATED:20241112T162916Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241112T162941Z
UID:73662-1732204800-1732215600@nycdetectives.org
SUMMARY:Rafael Ramos Foundation “Friends Giving Community Outreach”
DESCRIPTION:The Rafael Ramos Foundation is hosting a “Friends Giving Community Outreach” event on November 21\, 2024\, at 4:00 p.m. at the Detective Rafael Ramos School at 195 Sanford Street in Brooklyn\, NY  11205. There will be a live DJ\, hot food\, non-perishable food\, and other giveaways.
URL:https://nycdetectives.org/event/rafael-ramos-foundation-friends-giving-community-outreach/
LOCATION:Det. Rafael Ramos School\, 195 Sanford Street\, Brooklyn\, NY\, 11205
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241120T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241120T213000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152310
CREATED:20241017T182522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241017T191403Z
UID:72374-1732127400-1732138200@nycdetectives.org
SUMMARY:Jonathan Diller Scholarship Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:The kick-off to raise funds for the new Det. Jonathan Diller Scholarship Fund will be on Wednesday\, November 20\, 2024\, from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at Mulcahy’s Pub and Concert Hall at 3232 Railroad Avenue in Wantagh\, NY  11793. $65 per person. Food\, drinks\, music\, raffles\, and more — all to establish scholarships at St. Mary’s High! For tickets\, visit  www.muls.com/event/det-jonathan-diller-scholarship-fundraiser \nOr call (516) 409-1800.  \nClick on the pdf file link below for more information. \nJonathan Diller Scholarship Fund Event 11-20-24 \n 
URL:https://nycdetectives.org/event/jonathan-diller-scholarship-fundraiser/
LOCATION:Mulcahy’s Pub and Concert Hall\, 3232 Railroad Avenue\, Wantagh\, NY\, 11793
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241118T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241119T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152310
CREATED:20241113T200058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241113T200117Z
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SUMMARY:Wake & Funeral for Retired Det. Thomas W. McKenna
DESCRIPTION:The DEA regrets to announce the death of retired Det. First Grade Thomas W. McKenna\, who passed away on November 12\, 2024. Born and raised in The Bronx\, McKenna’s legendary work on many high-profile NYPD cases was memorialized in his 1996 book Manhattan North Homicide\, co-authored with writer Bill Harrington. McKenna was also an NYPD union representative for 16 years. In year 2000\, when he retired\, McKenna was the Manhattan North Trustee of the DEA with 35 years on the force. He told The Gold Shield magazine\, “I’ve had a good run and have absolutely no complaints. I would never\, ever change one thing. I had a ball!” Perhaps a peculiar way to describe the grueling nature of homicide investigation\, but McKenna was known for his hard-charging nature and wry sense of humor. \nHis wake will be held on — \nMonday\, November 18\, 2024 \n2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. \n7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. \nGleason’s Funeral Home \n10-25  150th Street \nWhitestone\, Queens\, NY  11357 \nHis funeral service will be held on — \nTuesday\, November 19\, 2024 \n10:15 a.m. \nSt. Luke’s Roman Catholic Church \n16-34 Clintonville Street \nWhitestone\, Queens\, NY  11357 \nPrivate cremation to follow. \nWhile still in his teens\, after graduating high school in 1960\, McKenna enlisted for a three-year stint in the United States Army. After his honorable discharge\, he entered the Police Academy on February 15\, 1965. It was arguable at the time which profession — the military or the police — was more volatile; in the turbulent 1960’s\, New York City was a powder-keg of violence: civil unrest; riots; black-outs; “hot summers and short fuses\,” as McKenna said. \n“But I had a young family to support\,” he told The Gold Shield\, “and some of my friends had taken the exam. Being a Police Officer was a secure job in those days and it just seemed like the right thing to do at the time.” McKenna was assigned to the Tactical Patrol Force\, working the steady 6:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m. shift on the 4 x 2 chart. Although assigned to the 6 Squad\, Manhattan North based “TPF” was a citywide unit and worked in all the boroughs and precincts. The Department would inundate rough areas with manpower to squelch whatever disturbance or crime was developing. \n“TPF was nicknamed the ‘Tall Pretty Fellows\,’” McKenna related. “You had to be six feet tall to get in\,” and McKenna was only 5-feet\, 10-1/2-inches. “But I had made four felony arrests while I was still in the Academy: two while I was wearing gray (one arrest was of a guy who had just killed someone. I chased him six blocks until I caught him). The other arrests were for burglary and robbery\, and two took place while I was off-duty.” TPF was for cops who were action-oriented and it was where McKenna wanted to be. By the time he left the unit in 1968\, he had over 300 collars\, but claims\, “It was not unusual for TPF at the time.” \nMcKenna was transferred to the Manhattan North Detective Task Force\, and although still a white shield\, the Detective Bureau was where he had set his sights since first entering the force. \n“My whole career orientation was toward becoming a Detective\,” he said\, and finally his work on solving a professional caper earned him his dream. The case reads like a Damon Runyon story: A family of crooks-for-hire bought a job to turn over the ultra-chic A La Vieille Russie\, the famous\, exclusive salon for Russian jewelry and antiques that was for decades located at the Sherry-Netherland on Fifth Avenue. The thieves put everyone who was in the store into the vault. As McKenna and his partner\, John McNally\, later interviewed the witnesses\, McNally noticed a woman’s pocketbook under one of the glass display cases. The Detectives asked if it belonged to anyone. It was recognized as having belonged to a female customer\, who witnesses surmised\, must have been abducted by the robbers. McNally and McKenna looked through the bag and found the owner’s identification and address. At the woman’s home\, they gathered information and realized the heist had been a family affair. It was the daughter’s criminal debut\, but she was so preoccupied ogling the dazzling Russian jewels that she forgot to hold on to her handbag. Case closed: McNally got grade and McKenna earned his coveted gold shield on August 6\, 1969. \nMcKenna was assigned to the 34 Squad and for the most part remained there for the next 17 years\, except for a brief period when the Department instituted specialization and McKenna was assigned to the 5th Detective District Robbery Squad. But when Precinct Squads returned\, McKenna was back with the 34. \n“The 1970’s were a rough time for New York City cops\,” he recalled\, “with the Black Liberation Army ambushing Officers randomly with machine gun fire. They were shooting cops all over Manhattan: on Riverside Drive; in the 32; in Greenwich Village\,” he related. But McKenna remained the cool professional and was twice honored by the Precinct’s Community Council with its “Policeman of the Year” award. In 1986\, he was chosen to serve in the Manhattan North Homicide Squad and\, two months later\, on October 24\, he was promoted to second grade. In 1992\, he was promoted to first grade and remained with the elite Squad until his retirement. \nMcKenna first became involved with labor activities when in 1984 he was elected by his peers from the 34 to be the union Delegate. In ’86\, he became the Manhattan North Homicide Alternate until becoming Delegate in 1990. He was elected Welfare Officer for Manhattan North in 1991\, and\, in 1993\, he moved up to the Borough’s Trustee position\, serving in that capacity until his retirement from the DEA and the NYPD in June of 2000. \n“I loved the union work\,” he said\, “and greatly admired Tom Scotto\, Jack Healy\, and the entire Board of Officers. It’s difficult having to represent all of your members equally\,” he said\, “and it’s exhausting.” But stamina is one of the requirements for being a Homicide Detective and McKenna never exhibited it more than when he was thrust into the spotlight in the Spring of 1989\, during what became known as “the Central Park Jogger case.” The story is but one of the cases McKenna outlined in his book\, which was published by St. Martin’s Press. McKenna was approached by the publisher to recall some of the famous cases he and his partners worked on\, including: the Robert Chambers’ “Preppie Murder” of 18-year-old Jennifer Levin; the killing of 20th Precinct Sgt. Keith Levine; teacher Jonathan Levin’s murder on the Upper West Side; and other high profile crimes. \nSaid McKenna about his co-author\, “I knew I could work perfectly with writer Bill Harrington when he told me he only worked from 9:00 a.m. until noon\, and after that he had two martinis at lunch and called it a day!” After they hit the radio and television circuit for book promotion\, McKenna became technical advisor for television’s Inside Edition\, where he consulted on homicide cases outside of the NYPD’s jurisdiction. \nRetirement didn’t slow him the down\, either. His family kept him hopping as Tom and wife Marie had five children and many grandchildren. Det. McKenna also worked as a Confidential Investigator for the Inspector General’s Office for Off-Track Betting. \n“All in all\,” McKenna told The Gold Shield\, “I’ve always loved my jobs. The people\, my partners\, and the work\,” and the secret\, he admitted\, was not taking the aggravation or the horror home. He thought of himself as a pro who tried not to get too emotionally involved. “You have to keep things in perspective\,” he explained\, and at the risk of sounding gruesome\,” McKenna confessed\, he and his colleagues\, “shared a laugh every day.” \n“No two murders are alike\,” he once said\, “and frankly\, you can’t make this stuff up.” Det. McKenna will be greatly missed.
URL:https://nycdetectives.org/event/wake-funeral-for-retired-det-thomas-w-mckenna/
CATEGORIES:Funeral
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241109T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241109T233000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152310
CREATED:20240903T150016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240903T150237Z
UID:69299-1731178800-1731195000@nycdetectives.org
SUMMARY:Det. Keith L. Williams Memorial “Black Tie Affair”
DESCRIPTION:The Det. Keith L. Williams Memorial Charitable Fund will hold its “Black Tie Affair” dinner on Saturday\, November 9\, 2024\, at Antun’s at 96-43 Springfield Boulevard\, Queens Village NY  11429. \n$150 per person; $1\,500 per table. \n7:00 p.m. until Midnight. \nFor more information\, please contact Tennille at 347-408-8822 or Rita at 917-576-7436. \n 
URL:https://nycdetectives.org/event/det-keith-l-williams-memorial-black-tie-affair/
LOCATION:Antun’s\, 96-43 Springfield Boulevard\, Queens Village\, NY\, 11429
CATEGORIES:Awards Dinner
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241109T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241109T090000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152310
CREATED:20240530T200354Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240829T154608Z
UID:68830-1731142800-1731142800@nycdetectives.org
SUMMARY:Silver Shield Foundation Annual Walk
DESCRIPTION:For more than 40 years\, the Silver Shield Foundation has offered scholarships and other financial aid to the family members of those killed in the line of duty. One of the fundraising activities is now their annual walk in Greenwich\, CT. Save the date for this year’s walk\, which will be held November 9\, 2024. Click on the pdf file link below to learn more\, including how to register to participate in this lovely day of helping raise funds for our NYPD line of duty families. \nUPDATED SSF’s 2024 Greenwich Walk – Save the Date
URL:https://nycdetectives.org/event/silver-shield-foundation-annual-walk/
LOCATION:Tod’s Point Beach\, 7 Tod's Driftway\, Old Greenwich\, CT
CATEGORIES:Run/Walk/Ride
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241108T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241108T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152310
CREATED:20240909T165332Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240909T165347Z
UID:69612-1731051000-1731085200@nycdetectives.org
SUMMARY:Tunnel to Towers St. John’s Golf Classic
DESCRIPTION:St. Augustine\, Florida \nNovember 8\, 2024 \nRegistration 7:30 a.m. Shotgun start 9:30 a.m. \nClick on the pdf link below for more details and how to register: \nUpdated St Johns Golf Classic Brochure 2024_r4 \nClick on the pdf link below for more info on Tunnels 2 Towers: \nT2T Fact Sheet \n 
URL:https://nycdetectives.org/event/tunnel-to-towers-st-johns-golf-classic/
CATEGORIES:Golf Tournament
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241106T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241107T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152310
CREATED:20241104T170312Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241104T171359Z
UID:73287-1730898000-1730995200@nycdetectives.org
SUMMARY:Wake and Funeral for Retired Det. Joseph A. Falgiano
DESCRIPTION:The DEA regrets to announce the passing of retired NYPD Detective and Queens District Attorney’s Office Lt. Joseph A. Falgiano. Det. Falgiano passed away after a courageous battle with cancer. His death is pending 9/11 LOD status. \nJoe was born in Flushing\, Queens and went to Archbishop Malloy High School. He joined the NYPD on July 16\, 1984. He worked as a Police Officer in the 19th Precinct and later in the Anti-Crime Unit. He was promoted to Detective on July 29\, 1994\, and worked in Queens Narcotics and the Major Case Squad. He earned a position at KANSU (Kennedy Airport Narcotics Smuggling Unit) and then the DETF (Drug Enforcement Task Force)\, from where he retired on February 25\, 2005. Three days later he became a Queens DA Investigator\, where he was assigned to (HIS) Homeland Security Investigations at Kennedy Airport. In 2012\, he was promoted to the rank of Sergeant\, and in 2024\, promoted again to the rank of Lieutenant. \nLt. Falgiano is survived by his wife\, his children\, and his many friends and extended family. \nVisitation \nWednesday\, November 6\, 2024 \n1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. \n7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. \nMassapequa Funeral Home\, North Chapel \n1050 Park Boulevard \nMassapequa Park\, NY  11762 \nFuneral Mass \nThursday\, November 7\, 2024 \n11:00 am \nOur Lady of Lourdes R.C. Church \n855 Carmans Road \nMassapequa Park\, NY  11762 \nInterment \nFollowing Funeral \nSt. Charles Cemetery \n2015 Wellwood Avenue \nFarmingdale\, NY 11735 \n  \n 
URL:https://nycdetectives.org/event/wake-and-funeral-for-retired-det-joseph-a-falgiano/
LOCATION:Massapequa Funeral Home\, North Chapel\, 1050 Park Boulevard\, Massapequa Park\, NY\, 11762
CATEGORIES:Funeral
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241105T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241106T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152310
CREATED:20241029T183151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241029T183208Z
UID:72959-1730815200-1730890800@nycdetectives.org
SUMMARY:Wake & Funeral for Active Det. Anthony O. Stewart
DESCRIPTION:The DEA regrets to announce the passing of active Det. Anthony O. Stewart\, who passed away October 26\, 2024. He was a member of the Highway Unit #2. Det. Stewart was appointed to the force on August 30\, 1993\, and promoted to Detective on October 18\, 2021. He was 57 years old. \nViewing \nTuesday\, November 5\, 2024 \n1400 to 2000 hours \nFoster Phillips Funeral Home \n179-24 Linden Blvd. \nQueens\, NY 11434 \nFuneral Service \nWednesday\, November 6\, 2024 \n1000 hours \nFoster Phillips Funeral Home \n179-24 Linden Blvd. \nQueens\, NY 11434 \nInterment \nPinelawn Cemetery \n2030 Wellwood Avenue \nFarmingdale\, NY 11735 \n 
URL:https://nycdetectives.org/event/wake-funeral-for-active-det-anthony-o-stewart/
LOCATION:J. Foster Phillips Funeral Home\, 179-24 Linden Boulevard\, Queens\, NY\, 11434
CATEGORIES:Funeral
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241104T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241104T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152310
CREATED:20241031T140349Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241031T140414Z
UID:73092-1730728800-1730746800@nycdetectives.org
SUMMARY:Wake & Funeral for Retired Det. First Grade David P. Miller
DESCRIPTION:The DEA regrets to announce the passing of retired Det. First Grade David P. Miller. His death is pending 9/11 line of duty status. \nDet. Miller was appointed to the force on January 20\, 1987. He was promoted to Detective on December 5\, 1997\, and earned second grade on May 28\, 2004. He earned first grade on December 22\, 2006. During his tenure with the Intelligence Bureau\, he served as the NYPD’s liaison with Great Britain and was stationed in England. He retired out of Intel on November 30\, 2015. \nVisitation \nMonday\, November 4\, 2024 \n1400 to 1900 hours \nPrayer Service / Funeral \nMonday\, November 4\, 2024 \n1700 hours \nClark & Giordano Funeral Home \n2104 Saw Mill River Road \nYorktown Heights\, NY  10598 \nInterment \nPrivate Cremation \n  \n 
URL:https://nycdetectives.org/event/wake-funeral-for-retired-det-first-grade-david-p-miller/
LOCATION:Clark & Giordano Funeral Home\, 2104 Saw Mill River Road\, Yorktown Heights\, NY\, 10598
CATEGORIES:Funeral
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241030T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241030T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152310
CREATED:20241016T210848Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241016T211247Z
UID:72339-1730286000-1730300400@nycdetectives.org
SUMMARY:Education Fair at One Police Plaza
DESCRIPTION:The NYPD Office of Professional Development is sponsoring an Education Fair\, scheduled for Wednesday\, October 30\, 2024\, from 1100 hours to 1500 hours. The Education Fair will take place at One Police Plaza\, 1st Floor Multipurpose Room and 2nd Floor Pressroom. Scholarship opportunities\, programs with tuition reduction\, and Pension Section/NYCERS information will be discussed with over 30 schools in attendance. Click on the pdf file link below for the flyer and more information. \n2024 Education Fair Flyer (1)
URL:https://nycdetectives.org/event/education-fair-at-one-police-plaza/
LOCATION:One Police Plaza\, One Police Plaza\, New York City\, NY\, 10038
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241029T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241031T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152310
CREATED:20241028T180438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241028T180445Z
UID:72850-1730217600-1730404800@nycdetectives.org
SUMMARY:Wake &Funeral for Retired Det. Kevin Hanley
DESCRIPTION:The DEA regrets to announce the passing of Retired Det. Kevin Hanley. Det. Hanley was appointed to the force on January 26\, 1988. He was promoted to Detective on July 10\, 1995\, and retired out of the 123 Squad on February 29\, 2008. His death is pending 9/11 “Line of Duty” status. \nViewing \nTuesday\, October 29\, 2024 \n1600 – 2000 hours \nWednesday\, October 30\, 2024 \n1600 – 2000 hours \nForest North Funeral Chapel \n747 Forest Avenue \nStaten Island\, NY 10310 \nFuneral Service \nThursday\, October 31\, 2024 \n1000 hours \nBlessed Sacrament Church \n1091 Forest Avenue \nStaten Island\, NY 10310 \nInterment \nGreenwood Cemetery \n500 25th Street \nBrooklyn\, NY 11232 \n 
URL:https://nycdetectives.org/event/wake-funeral-for-retired-det-kevin-hanley/
LOCATION:Forest North Funeral Chapel\, 747 Forest Avenue\, Staten Island\, NY\, 10310
CATEGORIES:Funeral
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241029T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241029T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152310
CREATED:20241007T184954Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241007T184954Z
UID:71871-1730199600-1730203200@nycdetectives.org
SUMMARY:Unveiling of the Det. Brian P. Simonsen Memorial Bridge
DESCRIPTION:On August 30\, 2024\, Gov. Hochul honored Det. First Grade Brian Simonsen by signing a bill that names a portion of the New York State highway system after our union Delegate. The bill proposing the naming was sponsored by NYS Senator Anthony H. Palumbo (District 1) and Assembly member Jodi Giglio (District 2). This bill will designate the section of the Long Island expressway at the Halsey Manor Road overpass in the town of Brookhaven in Suffolk County as the “NYPD Detective Brian P. Simonsen Memorial Bridge.” Gov. Hochul issued a press release announcing the honor along with five other pieces of legislation that authorize recognition for other historical figures and public servants. The Governor said that these memorials represent\, “… stories of courage and self-sacrifice. By honoring their memories\, we forever pay tribute to their lives and to the spirit which defines the best of our state.” The DEA thanks sponsors Palumbo and Giglio. \nThe formal dedication will take place on October 29\, 2024\, at 11:00 a.m. (If attending\, please arrive at the staging area at 10:40 a.m. at 740 Wading River Road\, Manorville\, NY 11949\, across from Bruno Farms\, for a Highway escort to the unveiling site.) \n 
URL:https://nycdetectives.org/event/unveiling-of-the-det-brian-p-simonsen-memorial-bridge/
CATEGORIES:Dedication
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241027T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241027T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152310
CREATED:20240910T200243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240910T200310Z
UID:69649-1730026800-1730037600@nycdetectives.org
SUMMARY:Street Renaming for Det. First Grade Peter J. Figoski
DESCRIPTION:There will be a street renaming in memory of Det. First Grade Peter J. Figoski on Sunday\, October 27\, 2024\, at 11:00 a.m. at the intersection of Sutter Avenue and Linwood Street in Brooklyn\, NY 11208.
URL:https://nycdetectives.org/event/street-renaming-for-det-first-grade-peter-j-figoski/
CATEGORIES:Dedication
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241023T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241023T163000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152310
CREATED:20241022T193149Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241022T193220Z
UID:72585-1729697400-1729701000@nycdetectives.org
SUMMARY:Funeral for Retired Det. Alan Berkowitz
DESCRIPTION:The DEA regrets to announce the passing of retired Det. Alan Berkowitz. Berkowitz became a New York City Transit Police Trainee in December 1971\, and a Transit Police Officer in May of 1974. He was promoted to Detective in December of 1981\, and retired from Transit Major Case Unit on April 24\, 1986. Berkowitz was the past president of the Broward 10-13 Club\, and was known as the “go to guy” for retirees who needed assistance navigating the medical systems\, Medicare\, Medicare reimbursement\, HR 218\, and other issues of importance. He also worked briefly for the Broward County Sheriffs’ Office as the assistant to the Sheriff. \nHis funeral will be Wednesday\, October 23\, 2024\, at 3:45 p.m. at the Star Of David Memorial Gardens and Funeral Chapel at 7701 Bailey Road\, North Lauderdale\, FL 33068. Attendees will be given information on a later gathering while at the funeral. \nRetired Det. Alan Berkowitz will be greatly missed by all his friends and colleagues in law enforcement.
URL:https://nycdetectives.org/event/funeral-for-retired-det-alan-berkowitz/
CATEGORIES:Funeral
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241020T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241020T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152310
CREATED:20241010T134705Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241010T134743Z
UID:72018-1729425600-1729440000@nycdetectives.org
SUMMARY:Patrol Borough Queens South Museum Open House
DESCRIPTION:Patrol Borough Queens South Museum\, which opened in 2009\, invites all members of the DEA to their “Open House” on Sunday\, October 20\, 2024\, from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. The Museum honors the hard work and sacrifice of the members of the New York Police Department and celebrates the rich history of New York City’s cops. There will be three floors of vintage police items on display\, Department historians with stories\, and members dressed in vintage police attire\, as well as vintage vehicles. Click on the pdf link below for a flyer with more details. The Museum is located at PBQS and the 107 Precinct at 71-01 Parsons Boulevard\, Fresh Meadows\, Queens\, NY 11365. \nPBQS Museum Flyer
URL:https://nycdetectives.org/event/patrol-borough-queens-south-museum-open-house/
LOCATION:PBQS & 107 Precinct\, 71-01 Parsons Blvd.\, Fresh Meadows\, NY\, 11365
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241020T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241020T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152310
CREATED:20241003T201725Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241003T201805Z
UID:71653-1729422000-1729425600@nycdetectives.org
SUMMARY:Remembrance for Det. Randolph Holder
DESCRIPTION:There will be a ninth year remembrance for Det. First Grade Randolph Holder on Sunday\, October 20\, 2024\, at 11:00 a.m. at the front desk of PSA #5\, at 221 East 123rd St.\, New York\, NY 10035.
URL:https://nycdetectives.org/event/remembrance-for-det-randolph-holder/
LOCATION:PSA #5\, 221 East 123rd Street\, New York\, NY\, 10035
CATEGORIES:Remembrance
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241020T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241020T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152310
CREATED:20241016T190648Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241016T190648Z
UID:72333-1729418400-1729443600@nycdetectives.org
SUMMARY:Third Annual Det. Tsakos Ride for Remembrance
DESCRIPTION:The Gunfighters of Long Island Motorcycle Club hold their Third Annual Det. Tsakos Ride for Remembrance on October 20\, 2024.  10:00 a.m. registration at Suffolk County Harley\, 11:00 a.m. KSU to Rocky Point Ale House\, 12:00 noon after-party at the location.  $30 registration and $10 per passenger. Music provided by R.P.A.H. The event will benefit the Joanna Sophia Foundation.
URL:https://nycdetectives.org/event/third-annual-det-tsakos-ride-for-remembrance/
LOCATION:Suffolk County Harley\, 4020 Sunrise Highway\, Oakdale\, NY\, 11769
CATEGORIES:Sporting Event
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