Mother's Day on May 11th, Memorial Day on May 26th, and the start of Mental Health Awareness Month on May 1st. Please remember the true meaning of these days and not look at them as just a holiday.  Mental health is important to all of us and to be cognizant when interacting with others.  You don't know what is going on in someone's life so be aware of that.  We all must be compassionate and be aware that life is full of happiness, sadness, tragedy and issues. 

   The six-day Narcotics and Criminal Enforcement Training was just completed and once again we had a waiting list for this incredible training. A successful class thanks to individuals who have the knowledge and experience they are willing to share with the students. As I have mentioned in the past, the NJNEOA is very thankful to all the instructors from local, county, state and federal agencies. 

  The NJNEOA is thankful for the partnership with Cop2Cop who has offered valuable insight and information related to balancing work and family life and how to deal with stress with a 24-hour communications line available to speak with retired law enforcement officers. Sometimes, we just need someone to listen to us. Thank you, Corey G, Cassidy K and Anthony M, for making this class a successful event. On that note, I am looking for members (Ocean County and south) to apply for the Board of Directors who are dedicated and energetic and are willing to assist the NJNEOA.) 

    The three-day Advanced N.C.E.T class is scheduled for October 2025.  Stay tuned.

   Al Camisa and Jimmy A have completed the Awards, and it looks like we are going to be limited in capacity.  We apologize that a lot of folks are going to miss this event, but we have had an overwhelming submission of awards.

      Congratulations to all the well deserving recipients.  Congratulations to Middlesex County Prosecutor Yolanda Ciccone. The Prosecutor has been an avid supporter of the NJNEOA which we greatly appreciate.

     For this month, I'd like to recognize Gabriel Reina of Zinatt Technologies - https://zinatt.com/

STAY WELL and STAY SAFE mentally and physically and make this a better year!