The Detroit Red Wings and NLEOMF are teaming up for Hometown Heroes Night on Dec. 1 to honor law enforcement, first responders, and public safety personnel. A portion of ticket proceeds will support public safety organizations.
#HometownHeroes
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Michigan conservation officers and a K-9 located two adults and a child stranded after a rafting trip on the Muskegon River. Body-camera footage captured the rescue after three days. #SearchAndRescue #MichiganDNR #PublicSafety
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Detroit is testing new technology to help fire and EMS vehicles move through intersections faster. The 90-day pilot connects emergency vehicles with traffic signals to improve response times and safety. #FirstResponders #PublicSafety #Detroit
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Lake Orion Village Council approved new collective bargaining agreements, including an agreement covering village police officers. The agreements include updated wages, benefits and employment terms. Read more. #LakeOrion #LawEnforcement
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Michigan Relay helps people who are deaf, hard of hearing, or have difficulty speaking communicate by telephone. Learn more about this important service and how it helps make communication more accessible across Michigan. #Accessibility #MichiganRelay
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Sterling Heights Police’s SAVES Project helps drivers with special needs prepare for traffic stops through hands-on training, creating safer and more understanding interactions between officers and the community. #CommunityPolicing #PublicSafety
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Wyoming seeks a new police chief as Chief Kip Snyder prepares to retire after a 34-year career. The city seeks a leader focused on community relationships and strong department culture. Read more.
#PoliceLeadership #LawEnforcement #WyomingMI
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Life changes, and your insurance needs may change too. RPA’s latest guide explains why periodic life insurance reviews matter and what to consider as your circumstances evolve.
#POAM #LifeInsurance #FinancialPlanning
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The Roseville Police Department is preparing for a leadership transition as its police chief announces his retirement and a successor is named. Learn more about the department’s next chapter.
#PoliceLeadership #LawEnforcement #RosevilleMI #PublicSafety
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UP police officers are preparing for wet and icy road conditions. Specialized driving training helps officers safely navigate challenging Michigan roads. Read more. #PoliceTraining #OfficerSafety #RoadSafety #Michigan
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Iosco County commissioners have approved six POAM deputy positions for the Sheriff’s Office. The move supports department staffing and law enforcement services across the county. Read more.
#POAM #LawEnforcement #IoscoCounty #PublicSafety
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Ann Arbor is investing $3 million in new police technology and equipment, including drones, Tasers, and other tools to support officers and public safety operations. Read more.
#PoliceTechnology #PublicSafety #LawEnforcement #AnnArbor
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Ahead of the new school year, Wyandotte Police conducted active-shooter training inside a local middle school to prepare officers for critical incidents in a realistic environment. Watch more.
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UM-Flint’s Department of Public Safety partnered with experts to evaluate an evidence-based approach focused on prevention, problem-solving, and community engagement, reducing crime and strengthening police-community relationships. #UMFlint #PublicSafety news.umflint.edu/2026/08/04/…
Know an officer who showed extraordinary courage in the face of adversity? POAM is accepting nominations for the 2027 Officer of the Year Award.
#PoliceOfficers #POAM #LawEnforcement
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FST5 is hosting two free webinars on September 30 for National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month: Understanding FST5 Resources and Mandated Reporting, both offering CE credits. Learn more.
#SuicidePreventionAwarenessMonth
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New contracts are signed and sealed for Eastpointe, Dearborn Heights, Washtenaw County, Troy, and Dearborn. Wage increases, signing bonuses, and more. See the details. poam.net/signed-and-sealed/s…
Retirement is more than a number. POAM breaks down what the first year really looks like, from new routines to reviewing your beneficiary designations. Read more. poam.net/poam-members/first-…
Wishing our members and their families a joyful Labor Day!
Today, we honor the dedication of workers everywhere and the unions that fought to make workplaces safer, fairer, and stronger for everyone.
#LaborDay #UnionStrong #POAM
After an 18‑hour NYPD shift, Joe Blozis answered the Sept. 11 call and spent eight months at the site. DNA IDs from his work still bring families closure. Hear Part 1: poam.net/poam-news/9-11-surv…
#NeverForget
