New Castle Police Department FOP John P Kura Lodge #70

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Please join us in extending thoughts and prayers with ISP Trooper Smiths family, the Indiana State Police, and all who had the honor of knowing and working with him.

The New Castle Police Department FOP John P Kura Lodge #70 would like to Thank Inga Neal and Cindy Gibson with Temptations for choosing us to be a recipient for their Christmas tree fundraiser. With the continued support from our amazing community and people like Inga and Cindy, that we are able to continue programs like Shop with an Officer every year.

JUST 2 DAYS LEFT TO GET YOUR APPLICATIONS IN!!!

Shop with an Officer Application 2022

It's that time of year again!!! Applications may be printed off from this post or picked up at the NCPD Office during their business hours of 8am to 4pm Monday through Friday. Updates will be made on the Shop with an Officer page whenever possible and all important information regarding the application process may be found on page 3. We are so excited for this year's upcoming shopping event!!! 🛒💙

Be sure to follow our Shop with an Officer group for more information about this years shopping event!

Our thoughts and prayers are with the Richmond Police Department/Wayne County Sheriffs Office and Wayne County EMS and Wayne County Dispatch after hearing that an Officer has been shot. Status of the officer at this time is unknown.

The New Castle FOP #70 would like to extend our deepest condolences to our fellow officers with Elwood Police Department. Please keep Elwood Police Department and the officers families and friends in your thoughts and prayers.

We’d like to thank everyone that came out yesterday! It was an amazing turnout and even better event! All the proceeds from this will go to our Shop with an Officer fund! We’d also like to thank Knightstown Family Fitness for letting us borrow some extra weights and Strength Shop in Richmond for donating the prizes to all the winners. We hope to see everyone back next year along with new faces! Pictured below are the winners of each division.

Just wanted to give a reminder in regards to the competition tomorrow. We can only take cash or checks for all the competitors entry fees tomorrow. If using check please make them out to New Castle FOP. Also we were not able to get the food trucks for tomorrow so feel free to bring your own food and drinks. We can’t wait to see everyone tomorrow!!

10 DAYS LEFT TO REGISTER!!! Reminder all proceeds from this event will go to our Shop with an Officer fund! Any questions feel free to email, call, or message this page as we approach the competition date!! We hope to see you there!

***UPDATED EMAIL*** We were made aware today of a typo on the original form regarding the email. If you have recently emailed about getting a copy of the registration form please email [email protected] now. We are sorry for the inconvenience. We are also just under 2 months away from the competition with all the proceeds going to our Shop with an Officer fund! It should be noted, getting your application turned in will secure your position in the line up. (1st person signed up will go last, and so on) We hope to see you there!

For the questions about the weights for certain events listed below are the weights for the Yoke and Husafell Stone. Also posted below are equipment regulations we will be following. As a reminder registration ends July 16, 2022 and the event is July 23, 2022.

Women’s yoke
LW 225
MW 265
HW 300

Women’s husafell stone
LW 125
MW 145
HW 165

Men’s yoke
LW 425
MW 475
HW 525
SHW 600

Men’s husafell stone
LW 185
MW 225
HW 265
SHW 305

Every other event is max.

The following is the equipment regulations:

No suits or knee wraps on deadlift, sleeves, belt and bar wraps allowed do not have to wear shoes.
No bar straps on farmers just sleeves, belt and wrist wraps.
No knee wraps or suit on yoke, sleeves, belt and wrist wraps allowed.
No knee wraps on husafell stone, sleeves, wrist wraps, belt, tacky and tacky shirt allowed
No knee wraps on log press, sleeves, belt and wrist wraps allowed.

The John Kura Lodge #70 is hosting its first annual Strongman Competition! 100% of the proceeds are going to our Shop with an Officer fund! Below is all the information for the 3 female divisions and 4 male divisions. Open to anyone high school age and up! Any questions call 765-521-6810 and ask for Justin Farr or Jake Nicholson. Registration ends July 16, 2022!

We are very appreciative of the local 4-H Dog Club helping support our New Castle K-9 unit by hosting a fundraiser at 1000 Degree Pizza.

We would like to take the time and recognize our SWO organizers and volunteers, Kate Sealover and Amanda Herbert Schaeffer and Cassidy McCrobie. Kate and Amanda have volunteered their time and organized SWO for the last 5 YEARS! Because of them, Shop with an Officer has been the success it is.

And big thanks to Kim Nguyen for helping In capturing some of this year's moments!

Today was the NCPD John Kura FOP Lodge #70 fifth annual Shop with an Officer event. With the donations collected throughout the year, Thirty-five children from our community were supported. Thank you to the all the people who made this year's sucessful event possible.

A very special thanks to:
Grede Foundries
Amerifirst Home Mortgage
Virginia Reeves
Michael and Amber Guffey

Tonight the New Castle FOP John Kura Lodge 70 presented Jeffery Coatie with the 2021 Citizen of the Year Award. Jeff has supported NCPD over the last couple of years by providing hundreds if not thousands of beverages to New Castle Officers.

When accepting the award Jeff credited his Mother for never turning anyone and away and always helping where she could. Congratulations Jeff and thank you for your continued support

**Shop with an Officer applications are now available!!**

They may be picked up anytime from the table just inside the double doors to the front lobby of the NCPD. Completed applications may also be returned to the same location by dropping them into the large green Christmas gift bag. Please, refer to the last page of the application if you have any questions. 💙

It’s that time of year again, the FOP John Kura Lodge #70 will be hosting its annual Shop with an Officer 2019. To apply, fill out the form below and have it turned in no later than Friday, November 15, 2019 by 4PM, to the New Castle Police Department. Applications can be dropped off in person, or mailed to:

New Castle Police Department
c/o Shop with an Officer
227 N Main Street
New Castle, IN 47362

Or Faxed to: (765)-521-8133

Please ensure the application is completely filled out with accurate contact information.

Rest In Peace K9 Officer Axe,
New Castle Police Department, Indiana.
End Of Watch: April 27, 2019

"For it is not just those with 2 legs who are born with a soul that has Courage to wear the Badge"© ~Nessie~

Born with a soul that has Courage to wear the Badge, K9 Axe had been taking a bite out of crime as a Law Enforcement canine for 9 months.

Fearless and Faithful, K9 Axe was loyal through and through and will be missed by so very many, though none more than his two legged partner and best friend, Sergeant Hedges. May we all vow never to let him be forgotten and always remember K9 Axe for how he Lived As Only A Hero Could, with Loyalty and Courage.

Our 4-legged 'Brother', as you now patrol the Rainbow Bridge may you continue your vigilant watch over us all as we carry on In Your Honor. We thank you for your service and for your sacrifices. We thank you for your life. Job Well Done. GOOD BOOOY!!

Rest In Peace K9 AXE ... We Have The Watch From Here.

***Community Service Announcement***

New Castle Police Department is sad to announce the unexpected passing of K9 Axe. On April 27, 2019 at approximately 7:00am Sgt Josh Hedges went to let K9 Axe out of his kennel and found that Axe had collapsed during the night. Sgt Hedges immediately rushed Axe to the veterinarian where they attempted to save Axe; however, the veterinarian was unsuccesful and Axe passed away.

Axe was transported to Purdue University for an autopsy to determine his cause of death. At this time it is believed that he suffered a medical emergency known as Gastric Tortion. Unfortunately this is common in large breed working dogs

Sgt Hedges and K9 Axe had worked the evening prior and K9 Axe appeared well. K9 Axe had been running around playing with his tennis ball as normal and assisted NCPD on a perimeter at a 911 call.

Sgt Hedges and Axe had been partnered for approximately 9 months.

***NCPD Hiring Process***

If you ever wished to pursue an exciting and rewarding career where you have the opportunity to make a difference in your community; now is your opportunity. Please read the information contained below to see how to apply with New Castle Police Department.

This past weekend the New Castle Police Department John Kura FOP Lodge #70 participated in the second annual Shop with An Officer program. Nearly 30 kids from our community were able to participate this year. A special thank you to the all the people who made this year's sucessful event possible.

The FOP was proud to present the Women's Clinic of the local ICAP with a check for nearly $1,000 for their continued efforts in the fight against breast cancer in our community. The money was raised through t-shirt sales throughout October for Breast Cancer Awareness. A big and special thank you to all who purchased shirts this year in making this possible!!

New Castle Police Department would like to congratulate and thank Officer Dustin Sult for his recent participation in the 911 Slug Fest Police and Fire Charity Boxing Match. This fundraiser is held annually in Indianapolis with all proceeds going to the Little Wish Foundation. Officer Sult fought well and lasted all three rounds, losing by judges decision. NCPD appreciates Officer Sult's willingness to participate in a charitable event supporting children. Congratulations on a hard fought fight!

***Community Policing Announcement***

During the month of October New Castle Police Department was proud to support breast cancer awareness. All NCPD cars displayed breast cancer awareness ribbons and officers were authorized to wear pink badges as well as pink undershirts.

Fundraising was conducted by the John Kura Lodge #70 Fraternal Order of Police via t-shirt sales and will be donated to the local Interlocal Community Action Program (ICAP) for the womens screaning and mammogram program.

Over the course of October NCPD and the John Kura Ldge #70 FOP raised nearly $900.00 to be donated to ICAP. It was our pleasure to participate in this event and support the battle against breast cancer.

***Community Policing Announcement***

During the month of November New Castle Police Department will be participating in No Shave November in support of the John Kura Lodge #70 FOP Shop-With-An-Officer program for local children.

NCPD Officers have the option of making a monetary donation to the local FOP in exchange for authorization to grow a well groomed beard. Officers may wear their beards on-duty during the month of November. This fundraiser will generate nearly $1000.00 to be placed into the Shop-With-An-Officer-Fund.

Anyone interested in applications for the Shop-With-An-Officer Program may pick them up at NCPD Headquarters MON-FRI from 8am-4pm in the NCPD Records Office. Applications must be turned in by November 16, 2018.

2 days left to get your shirt orders in for Breast Cancer Awareness!! Please stop in the New Castle Police Department records office to place your order!!

🚨🚓 We are taking our final pre order for Breast Cancer Awareness T-Shirts🚨🚓

Place your order at the New Castle Police Department records office now until 10/26/18. PREPAY ONLY!!

All proceeds will benefit the health of women in our community through the ICAP women’s screening and mammogram program.

Adult sizes SMALL through XL are $15, $2 additional for larger sizes.

Youth SMALL through XL are $12.

We will also have hooded sweatshirts for $25 SMALL through XL and $2 additional for larger sizes.

Thank you in advance for helping us support the women of our community!

The FOP is proud to announce the return of the second annual Shop With an Officer program. If you or someone you know would benefit from being part of Shop With an Officer this Christmas season, please download the application from the Shop With an Officer page and return it to the NCPD records office. Applications are also available at the records office for pick up and drop off. The deadline for completed applications is November 16th. Please help get the word out!!

First order of shirts are in and ready for pick up! If you ordered from the office you can go in and pick your order up. If you ordered from a officer make sure to get with them! Thank you

We appreciate all the support with our T-shirt fundraiser. All orders will be turned in this coming Saturday 9/29/18!! Make sure to stop in the NCPD office or get with a officer to place your order!!

We are proud to announce our first Breast Cancer Awareness T-shirt fundraiser!
🚓🚨NO ONE FIGHTS ALONE🚓🚨
All proceeds will benefit the health of women in our community through the ICAP women’s screening and mammogram program. We are taking preorders now until Sept 29 and then will be doing a second order throughout October.

**PREPAY ONLY**

Adult sizes SMALL through XL are $15, $2 additional for larger sizes.

Youth SMALL through XL are $12.

We will also have hooded sweatshirts for $25 SMALL through XL and $2 additional for larger sizes.

Orders can be placed at the NCPD records office, and our officers will also be taking orders. Thank you in advance for helping us support the women of our community!

Join us in remembrance

Still time to come on down and check out our Craft and Vendor Event, going until 4pm today

Almost all set up for the Craft and Vendor show, benefiting the Shop with an Officer program. Tomorrow 10am to 4pm!! 27 vendors will be on hand along with donuts, pizza, cupcakes and numerous raffle prizes and silent auction items.

Reminder for everyone interested to be sure to make it to the New Castle Armory this Saturday from 10-4 for our sponsored Craft and Vendor Show benefiting this years upcoming Shop with An Officer Christmas drive. There will be nearly 30 different vendors on hand, as well as raffle prizes for lucky winners! The NCPD K-9 unit officers will also be set up for anyone interested in learning more about the program and their separate fundraiser efforts. Thanks to everyone in advance for coming out and making this a great day!!