Welcome to the Italian American Police Society of NJ

I would like to take this opportunity to welcome you to the Italian American Police Society of New Jersey’s website. The Society, founded in 1985, is a fraternal, professional, and charitable organization, comprised of more than four thousand local, county, state and federal law enforcement officers from throughout New Jersey. Each year our members work hard in communities throughout our State to protect and serve those in need.

Our organization is proud to have supported such important causes such as Special Olympics NJ, Big Brothers and Big Sisters of NJ and New Jersey Veterans Network. Our college scholarship program provides financial assistance to college bound students with more than $300,000 being awarded to date. Our Police Safety Equipment program provides law enforcement equipment to protect themselves and save lives. This past year our organization has dedicated resources to supporting healthcare heroes, first responders and law enforcement officers during the Pandemic.

I am proud to serve as a law enforcement executive and have led the Italian American Police Society of New Jersey since its inception. I am blessed to have an outstanding Executive Board to lead the finest men and women in law enforcement.

William Schievella President

 

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Never Forget 9/11/2001

On this, the 23nd  anniversary of the terrorist attacks on our country at the World Trade Center and the Pentagon we hope you will all take a moment to remember all those who perished there as...

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2024-2025 School Supply Drive

8/31/24 from 10am to 2pm   As we approach Labor Day we will hold a School Supply Collection and Donation event.  Monsignor Geno Sylva our Catholic Police Chaplain needs supplies for the c...

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Fall Dinner Meeting Announced

TuesdayOctober8thatLagarRestaurant,UnionNJ

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Beefsteak Award Dinner 9-19-2024

Tickets are still available Go to iapsnj.org/beefsteak for Ticket Purchase See Flyer for all the information.  Go to iapsnj.org/beefsteak for Ticket Purchase  

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Blairstown Looking for Class 3 Officers

See the attached notice from Chief Johnson of Blairstown PD.  for the Warren Regional School $30/hr 2024 to 2025 School Year All info is in the Notice  Click to view, Right Click Download...

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Bocce Night in the Park Returns for Another Season

Come join us for another season of Bocce and have a few laughs and some fun bocce time. Next Night TBA.  Due to the hot weather we are considering toward the end of the summer and into the fal...

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Villa Roma

Anyone Interested in a 1 bedroom TimeShare Week 34.   Ground Floor Bldg 9 Please email 

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Pete Serrone Fundraiser (GoFundMe)

So many friends and relatives came out to help a friend in need this past Friday.  It was a sell out event that couldn’t have been a success with out all the outpouring of love and donat...

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Columbus Day Under Attack

Please read this article in Primo Magazine. Click Here for article in the Primo Magazine

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Somerset County Sheriff’s Office was proud to join the Italian American Police Society of New Jersey in the NYC Columbus Day Parade. We had an awesome day celebrating our Italian American Heritage with some amazing law enforcement officers. #SCSOProud

Somerset County Sheriff’s Office was proud to join the Italian American Police Society of New...

The Italian American Police Society of New Jersey was honored to have Sheriff Anthony Cureton and the Bergen County Sheriff’s Office join them at the 80th Annual NYC Columbus Day Parade.

The Italian American Police Society of New Jersey was honored to have Sheriff Anthony Cureton...

Thanks to the Essex County Department of Corrections for joining the Italian American Police Society of New Jersey at the 80th Annual NYC Columbus Day Parade in style.

Thanks to the Essex County Department of Corrections for joining the Italian American Police Society...

The Italian American Police Society of New Jersey had a fabulous day at the 80th...

Today the Italian American Police Society of New Jersey was welcomed by the Township of Lyndhurst and Bergen County Sheriff Anthony Cureton for an Italian Flag Raising in recognition of Italian American Heritage Month. Lyndhurst Mayor Robert Giangeruso, Commissioner Karen Haggerty and Sheriff Cureton joined us to recognize the accomplishments of Italian American Police Officers. Our beautiful Parade Queen Miss Gianna Sollitti was presented with her official Parade Sash for the festivities. After the ceremony and flag raising, we enjoyed some Italian treats at Vinnie’s Mootz in Lyndhurst. This is the absolute best food in the area! Happy Columbus Day!

Today the Italian American Police Society of New Jersey was welcomed by the Township of...

Happening Today!

Happening Today!

Join us tomorrow night!

Join us tomorrow night!
Let’s recognize Italian American Heritage Month as we induct new members and celebrate our pride in our heritage and law enforcement service.

Let’s recognize Italian American Heritage Month as we induct new members and celebrate our pride...

On Sunday, September 29, Saint Mary of Mount Carmel Parish held a reverent Blue Mass at Saint Joseph Church in Hammonton, honoring law enforcement officers and celebrating the feast of Saint Michael. Italian American Police Society of NJ members from the Hammonton PD, Winslow Township PD, and the New Jersey State Police participated in a solemn procession, escorting a handcrafted Saint Michael statue from Italy. As the patron saint of police officers, Saint Michael the Archangel is a powerful symbol of their courage, dedication, and unwavering service to the community. Nice job Chief Friel!

On Sunday, September 29, Saint Mary of Mount Carmel Parish held a reverent Blue Mass...

As we celebrate Italian American Heritage Month, the Italian American Police Society of New Jersey wants to salute the brave men and women of New Jersey law enforcement that risk their lives everyday to keep our state safe. Let’s take time this month to learn about the amazing culture and history of Italian Americans.

As we celebrate Italian American Heritage Month, the Italian American Police Society of New Jersey...

The Italian American Police Society of New Jersey was honored to support the Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics New Jersey at its Golf Classic. Members served homemade meatball sandwiches at the turn and members played in the tournament. We’re always proud of our own Chief Bob Belfiore for making this event what it is. Special thanks to Vincent Nardone from our Executive Board & NJ Transit Police along with Chief Chris Trucillo of NJ Transit Police for their hard work.

The Italian American Police Society of New Jersey was honored to support the Law Enforcement...

Final Week to purchase tickets for the Italian American Police Society of New Jersey Awards Beefsteak. We will be honoring some highly respected Italian American public servants and law enforcement executives. The Fiesta has a fabulous Italian style filet mignon beefsteak dinner in store for us. Don’t miss out! https://www.iapsnj.org/beefsteak/

Final Week to purchase tickets for the Italian American Police Society of New Jersey Awards...

Final Week to purchase tickets for the Italian American Police Society of New Jersey Awards Beefsteak. We will be honoring some highly respected Italian American public servants and law enforcement executives. The Fiesta has a fabulous Italian style filet mignon beefsteak dinner in store for us. Don’t miss out! https://www.iapsnj.org/beefsteak/

Final Week to purchase tickets for the Italian American Police Society of New Jersey Awards...

Spent the morning with the leadership of our Italian American Police Society of New Jersey at the Union Knights of Columbus planning for our future events and programs. Stay tuned for an amazing Fall! We are blessed to have some amazing Executive Board members and Officers that work hard to serve the community.

Spent the morning with the leadership of our Italian American Police Society of New Jersey...

Join the Italian American Police Society of New Jersey as we honor Sergeant Jill Costello of the Hoboken Police Department. Jill is a third generation Hoboken Police Officer serving in the footsteps of her grandfather and father with honor and pride. Jill’s brother also serves alongside her in the Hoboken Police Department. Sgt. Costello was a patrol officer for many years before being promoted to Detective and later Sergeant. Currently Sgt. Costello supervises the Bureau of Identification and serves on the Executive Board of the Superior Officers Association. We are proud to recognize Sergeant Costello and the other amazing honorees at this event. The Fiesta has a delicious Italian style filet mignon beefsteak dinner in store for us. Help support law enforcement by purchasing tickets now!

Join the Italian American Police Society of New Jersey as we honor Sergeant Jill Costello...

Join the Italian American Police Society of New Jersey as we honor Chief Investigator David D’Amico of the Middlesex County Department of Corrections. D’Amico began his career in the NJ Department of Corrections and later the Asbury Park Police Department and the Monmouth County Prosecutor’s Office. D’Amico has the reputation of being an outstanding police academy instructor and for building NJ’s Law Enforcement LGBTQ Liason program into an amazing organization. We are proud to recognize Chief D’Amico and the other amazing honorees at this event. The Fiesta has a delicious Italian style filet mignon beefsteak dinner in store for us. Help support law enforcement by purchasing tickets now!

Join the Italian American Police Society of New Jersey as we honor Chief Investigator David...

While all of the police officers, firefighters and civilians that perished on 9/11 are true American Heroes, the Italian American Police Society of NJ remembers its own 5 members from the Port Authority NY/NJ Police that lost their lives. These men and women died protecting & serving while under attack. We also want to salute our own Executive Board member retired Port Authority Police Chief Robert Belfiore who was a member of the Command Staff that fateful day. His leadership in crisis in the months following makes us all proud! God Bless America!

While all of the police officers, firefighters and civilians that perished on 9/11 are true...
It was an amazing evening with the youth of the Cathedral of St. John the Baptist in Paterson. The Italian American Police Society of NJ & NJ Dominican Officers Organization spent the evening with the “Young Prophets” group to distribute school supplies and host a pizza party. We talked about law enforcement opportunities and keeping free from drugs and violence with these amazing students. Thank you to our own Monsignor Geno Sylva and Justin Carrasco for inviting us and for their incredible work in the Catholic Diocese of Paterson.

It was an amazing evening with the youth of the Cathedral of St. John the...

Join the Italian American Police Society of New Jersey as we honor Lieutenant James Ventola of the Essex County Prosecutor’s Office. Lieutenant Ventola joined the Essex County Prosecutor’s Office after serving in the US Secret Service at the White House. Lieutenant Ventola supervises the Homicide Unit, which is the states busiest, as well as being a firearms and physical fitness instructor. We are proud to recognize Lieutenant Ventola and the other amazing honorees at this event. The Fiesta has a delicious Italian style filet mignon beefsteak dinner in store for us. Help support law enforcement by purchasing tickets now!

Join the Italian American Police Society of New Jersey as we honor Lieutenant James Ventola...

Much appreciation to everyone that supported our School Supply Collection for the students in the Catholic Diocese of Paterson Cathedral Youth Group at the Shop Rite of Parsippany this weekend. Thanks to the NJ Dominican Officers Organization that partnered with the Italian American Police Society of NJ to help these amazing young students. Every child should have what they need to learn! Thank you!

Much appreciation to everyone that supported our School Supply Collection for the students in the...

Join the Italian American Police Society of New Jersey as we recognize and salute Father Joseph D’Amico of Saint Anastasia Catholic Church in Teaneck. Father D’Amico is a huge supporter of law enforcement and the Wood Ridge Blue Mass. We are proud to recognize Father D’Amico and the other amazing honorees at this event. The Fiesta has a delicious Italian style filet mignon beefsteak dinner in store for us. Help support law enforcement by purchasing tickets now!

Join the Italian American Police Society of New Jersey as we recognize and salute Father...

The Italian American Police Society of New Jersey wishes everyone a Happy and Safe Labor Day Holiday. America was built by hard working men & women and today we celebrate and appreciate them. Special thanks to the law enforcement officers working today to keep us all safe on the holiday!

The Italian American Police Society of New Jersey wishes everyone a Happy and Safe Labor...

Join the Italian American Police Society of New Jersey as we celebrate the accomplishments of Montville Township Chief of Police Andrew Caggiano. Chief Caggiano has a Bachelor’s of Science Degree in Criminal Justice from John Jay College of Criminal Justice. In 2006, he attended the West Point Command and Leadership Program & the F.B.I. National Academy. Caggiano currently serves as the 1st Vice President of the New Jersey State Association of Chiefs of Police, the Executive Board of the Morris County Police Chief’s Association and is the President of the FBI National Academy Associates – NJ Chapter. We are proud to recognize Chief Caggiano and the other outstanding honorees at this event. The Fiesta has a delicious Italian style filet mignon beefsteak dinner in store for us. Don’t miss out.. Purchase your tickets now and support a fantastic charity.

Join the Italian American Police Society of New Jersey as we celebrate the accomplishments of...

Come and support the Italian American Police Officers Society of NJ & NJ Dominican Police Officers Organization tomorrow as we collect school supplies for the Catholic Diocese of Paterson (Morris, Passaic & Sussex counties) Cathedral Youth Group at the Shop Rite of Parsippany located at 808 Route 46 West in Parsippany. Please help us to get these students the supplies they need for the school year! We hope to meet you tomorrow!

Come and support the Italian American Police Officers Society of NJ & NJ Dominican Police...

Join the Italian American Police Society of New Jersey as we celebrate the accomplishments of Lieutenant Michael Manochio of the Union County Prosecutor’s Office. Michael is a highly respected law enforcement executive and cherished member of the organization. In his current assignment, Lieutenant Manochio oversees five squads within the Criminal Investigations Unit. Previously, he spent many years as both a homicide detective and supervisor of the homicide unit where he gained the reputation statewide being an extremely talented detective. Manochio is proud of his Italian heritage and instills these values in his children. We are proud to recognize Lieutenant Manochio and the other outstanding honorees at this event. The Fiesta has a delicious Italian style filet mignon beefsteak dinner in store for us. Don’t miss out.. Purchase your tickets now and support a fantastic charity.

Join the Italian American Police Society of New Jersey as we celebrate the accomplishments of...

Join the Italian American Police Society of New Jersey as we honor some amazing law enforcement leaders. One of honorees we are so proud of is our Financial Vice President Joseph SImonetti. Joe retired as a Deputy Chief in the Belleville Police Department where he led with honor and distinction. Joe is a veteran of the United States Air Force and has served as a Professor at Seton Hall University. Joe is known as a tireless worker in his church, the Knights of Columbus and the Italian American Police Society of NJ. Come and support Joe along with our other amazing honorees on 9/19/24. The Fiesta has a delicious Italian style filet mignon beefsteak planned and you won’t be disappointed! Get your tickets online!

Join the Italian American Police Society of New Jersey as we honor some amazing law...

Join the Italian American Police Society of New Jersey as we honor our Executive Vice President Ronald Sepe at our Beefsteak Awards Dinner on 9/19/24 at The Fiesta. Ron currently serves as the Law Enforcement Coordinator of the prestigious US Marshals Service NY/NJ Regional Fugitive Task Force. Prior to this position Ron retired as a Detective Captain in the East Orange Police Department where he had the reputation of being a respected leader and tenacious detective. Come and honor Ron along with his fellow honorees while supporting a great cause and having a great night!

Join the Italian American Police Society of New Jersey as we honor our Executive Vice...

As we approach the end of summer let’s get ready for the Italian American Police Society of NJ Awards Beefsteak. We will be honoring some amazing people while raising money for a great cause! The amazing Italian style beefsteak at The Fiesta won’t disappoint! See you there!

As we approach the end of summer let’s get ready for the Italian American Police...

As we approach the end of summer let’s get ready for the Italian American Police Society of NJ Awards Beefsteak. We will be honoring some amazing people while raising money for a great cause! The amazing Italian style beefsteak at The Fiesta won’t disappoint! See you there!

As we approach the end of summer let’s get ready for the Italian American Police...

Our Italian American Police Society of NJ is proud to partner with the NJ Dominican Officers Organization to help provide needed supplies to the students in the Catholic Diocese of Paterson Cathedral Youth Ministry. These are some amazing students but in need of supplies. Please support us so we can help these students. If you can’t come next weekend to meet us in person, please consider donating online. 100% of your donation will be used to purchase needed supplies for the students at the Cathedral. Thank you in advance for your generosity and support of law enforcement!

Our Italian American Police Society of NJ is proud to partner with the NJ Dominican...

Yesterday Italian American Police Society of NJ joined officers from the Dover and Rockaway Township Police Departments along with local officials and volunteers to collect school supplies for local children in need. Thanks to everyone for making it a huge success especially the Shop Rite of Rockaway!

Yesterday Italian American Police Society of NJ joined officers from the Dover and Rockaway Township...

Join the Italian American Police Society of New Jersey as we celebrate and honor some amazing leaders at our Annual Awards Beefsteak. These law enforcement leaders have distinguished themselves in service and leadership and we are proud of them. The Fiesta Banquets has a fantastic Italian Beefsteak planned for us with antipasto, pasta and filet mignon dinner. Please join us as we raise money for our charities while honoring some amazing members and colleagues. Tickets can be purchased online as explained on the invitation.

Join the Italian American Police Society of New Jersey as we celebrate and honor some...

SAVE THE DATE!

SAVE THE DATE!

Last night the Italian American Police Society of New Jersey recognized Vinnie Morelli of Vinnie's Mootz in Lyndhurst with a Community Recognition Award. Executive Vice President Ron Sepe and President William Schievella made the presentation to an amazing small business that supports law enforcement and many charities. Thank you for your support and service to the community while making amazing Italian 🇮🇹 food.

Last night the Italian American Police Society of New Jersey recognized Vinnie Morelli of Vinnie's...

Come and support the Italian American Police Society of New Jersey at the Shop Rite of Rockaway on 8/17/24 from 10-1 as we are joined by local officials to collect Back to School Supplies for local children in need. Come say hello and help us start these students off right in school!

Come and support the Italian American Police Society of New Jersey at the Shop Rite...
Yesterday members of the Italian American Police Society of New Jersey Executive Board came together and recognized a popular local Italian restaurant for excellence. Calabria Pizza & Restaurant in Livingston is famous for thin crust pizza and home style Italian cooking. We were glad to recognize owners Bernardino & Gabriella Ottaiano for their support of law enforcement. Famous pizza critic Dave Portnoy recently gave the pizza an unusually high rating. This is an amazing family cooking amazing food!

Yesterday members of the Italian American Police Society of New Jersey Executive Board came together...

Due to the weather we are cancelling this evening’s Bocce Night.

Due to the weather we are cancelling this evening’s Bocce Night.

Let’s support our friends and colleagues from the Italian American Police Society of Southern Connecticut. They have some amazing raffle prizes again! Click the link to purchase the Snap On Tool Box with tools raffle ticket. https://www.zeffy.com/ticketing/9a47d0bb-19f6-4e17-aaa9-27efbe430d6c

Let’s support our friends and colleagues from the Italian American Police Society of Southern Connecticut....

Last Call for a Great Evening!

Last Call for a Great Evening!
It's going to be a good game 🇮🇹⚽🍷

It's going to be a good game 🇮🇹⚽🍷

This past week we lost Patsy Esposito, an amazing lady who was the wife of Italian American Police Sociiety of New Jersey Lifetime Executive Board Member Anthony Esposito of the Newark Police. This picture showing Anthony and Patsy with their beautiful daughter Teresa who was our 1st Columbus Day Parade Queen. What a lovely memory!

This past week we lost Patsy Esposito, an amazing lady who was the wife of...

As we enjoy the beautiful weather of summer let's play Bocce 🇮🇹

As we enjoy the beautiful weather of summer let's play Bocce 🇮🇹

This weekend members of the Italian American Police Society of New Jersey volunteered at the Special Olympics New Jersey Summer Games at the College of New Jersey. They presented Special Olympics athletes with medals for winning competitions and staffed the Law Enforcement tent to distribute giveaways for the athletes. We enjoy working with our law enforcement partners especially NJ Transit Police to make sure the athletes enjoy the visit to the tent. Huge shoutout to Vincent Nardone of our Executive Board for coordinating this event and working hard all weekend!

This weekend members of the Italian American Police Society of New Jersey volunteered at the...

Last night members of the Italian American Police Society of New Jersey Executive Board were honored to join our friends and partners in the Hispanic American Law Enforcement Association to celebrate their amazing accomplishments at their Annual Gala. Congratulations to President Lizette Anderson of the NJ Department of Corrections for her outstanding leadership. We had a great evening.

Last night members of the Italian American Police Society of New Jersey Executive Board were...

Quarterly Magazine

The Newsletter is our Quarterly Magazine that was published by Pat Minutillo for approximately 8 years.  He has retired and we are now looking for someone to continue the work he started.  If you are interested, contact us at president@iapsnj.org

In Memoriam

Condolences Cavallo Family

Susan M. Cavallo (nee Fortunato) 78, of the Ironbound Section of Newark, NJ, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family on Sunday, September 3, 2023, losing her battle to cancer. Susan was the beloved mother of IAPSNJ Executive...

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Passing of Nick Incanella, Lifetime Executive Board Member

It is with great sadness that the Italian American Police Society of NJ remembers its long time Executive Board member and retired Union County Police Officer Nick Incanella who passed away today, 9-1-2022. Nick was a wonderful person and a...

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Passing of Vice President & Chief John Lazzara

  The Italian American Police Society of New Jersey is sad to announce the passing of Its 1st Vice President, Chief John Lazzara. A wake will be held on Wednesday, October 20th from 3 pm to 8 pm at the...

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Passing of Executive Board Member Nat Faronea

  The Italian American Police Society of New Jersey is sad to announce the passing of Executive Board member Nat Faronea. Nat Faronea was born in Brooklyn, NY in 1945. After moving to New Jersey in 1960, Nat enlisted in...

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