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Wilkes-Barre City Police Benevolent Association

Wilkes-Barre PBA is the bargaining unit for our police officers including the ranks of Patrolman, Sergeant, Detective, and Lieutenant.

The Wilkes-Barre City Police Benevolent Association (PBA) was established in 1968 and is the bargaining unit that represents approximately 80 police officers including the ranks of Patrolman, Sergeant, Detective, and Lieutenant.

05/11/2026

National Police Week | May 10-16,2026

National Police Week serves as a period of reflection, honoring, and memorializing individuals who have made the ultimate sacrifice while serving in the line of duty. This occasion presents an opportunity to genuinely recognize and commend the services and sacrifices rendered by the men and women who diligently serve and protect our communities.

Each year, the Wilkes-Barre City Police Honor Guard holds a memorial service for officers who have made the ultimate sacrifice while serving in the line of duty.

To every member of the Wilkes-Barre City Police Department, We express our sincere gratitude for your integrity, commitment, courage, and determination in selflessly serving to enhance the safety of the City of Wilkes-Barre.

Furthermore, we wish to extend our appreciation and gratitude to our neighboring agencies, as well as to law enforcement agencies nationwide. Together, we share a unified objective, in safeguarding our communities and ensuring that we all return home safely each day.

05/09/2026

Today was a day of celebration and accomplishment.

Congratulations to Sgt. Homza and K-9 Emma on successfully completing their training and becoming a certified dual purpose explosives detection team.

Congratulations as well to Ofc. Derenick and K-9 Ryan on earning certification as a narcotics detection team.

In addition, Ofc. Chris Benson was recognized by his peers on the team and the department for 16 years of dedicated service to the City of Wilkes-Barre and the Wilkes-Barre City Police Emergency Services Unit. His commitment, professionalism, and years of service are truly appreciated.

We are proud of all of these accomplishments and the dedication shown by our officers and K-9 teams every day. Congratulations to Sgt. Homza, K-9 Emma, Ofc. Derenick, K-9 Ryan, and Ofc. Benson on these outstanding achievements.

05/01/2026

The Wilkes-Barre City PBA would like to extend our sincere thanks to Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Chiropractic and NEPA Stretchworx for their support of our Officer Wellness Initiative.

Through their generosity, our officers were able to step away from the road for a bit and receive excellent care and services. Many of our officers also took advantage of these services on their own time, which speaks volumes about the quality of care provided. Their staff was professional, courteous, and a pleasure to work with throughout the entire experience.

We truly appreciate their commitment to first responder wellness and look forward to continuing this partnership in the future. We’ll definitely be visiting their location on Route 315 in Plains!

Thank you again for your support!

Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Chiropractic and Rehabilitation
NEPA StretchWorx

04/17/2026

The PBA is proud to announce a $500 donation to the Luzerne County SPCA 🐾

This contribution is made possible through the continued support of our members and community. Through apparel sales, membership contributions, and our annual golf tournament, the PBA remains committed to giving back to both local and national charities.

We look forward to continuing these efforts and supporting great organizations for years to come. Thank you to everyone who helps make this possible!

03/30/2026

⛳️ 2026 PBA Golf Tournament Announcement ⛳️

Join us for a great day on the course while supporting an even greater cause!

Date: August 10, 2026
Time: 9:00 AM Shotgun Start

What to Expect:
• Prizes & raffles
• 🚗 Hole-in-one contest to win a car!
• Lunch provided
• Player gifts included

Sponsorship opportunities are available — a great way to support the community while promoting your business!

Registration Deadline: July 10, 2026
Payment is due by the registration deadline

⚠️ Spots fill fast — get ahead of the rush and secure your spot early!

All proceeds benefit the PBA Charity Fund, which donates over $15,000 annually—not only within our city and county, but across the country.

Don’t miss out on a fantastic day of golf, camaraderie, and giving back.

03/17/2026

☘️ Happy St. Patrick’s Day ☘️

This Sunday, our officers participated with pride in the Wilkes-Barre City St. Patrick’s Day Parade. The Wilkes-Barre City Honor Guard, together with the bike patrol, led the parade, while officers assisted in maintaining a safe and enjoyable environment for all attendees of the event.

Earlier in the day, several officers also kicked things off by volunteering to run in the Diamond City Shamrock 5k.

Thank you to everyone who came out to celebrate with us and supported the organization of the event.

03/15/2026

🚔🚨 Retirement Announcements🚨🚔

We would like to congratulate, Officer Dana Cope and Officer Bernie Magagna who were hired together in March 2008, and were able to retire together in March 2026.

Officer Magagna was hired on March 10, 2008, and proudly retired on March 14, 2026, after years of service to the community. During his career, he served in the Patrol Division, worked as a Community Policing Officer, and was a member of the Bike Patrol Unit.

In addition to his patrol duties, Officer Magagna was a certified Car Seat Inspector and a Breath Test Operator, and he was trained in Crisis Intervention, demonstrating his commitment to both public safety and community care.

Officer Cope began his career on March 10, 2008, and after 18 years of dedicated service in the Patrol Division, he officially retired on March 10, 2026. During his career, he also served as a Defensive Tactics Instructor and a DUI Breath Test Operator, helping train fellow officers and supporting the department’s mission to keep the community safe.

Thank you, Officer Cope and Officer Magagna , for your hard work, and commitment to the community throughout your career. Wishing you a happy, healthy, and well deserved retirement.

Enjoy this next chapter and once again congratulations!!!

03/08/2026

Happy International Women’s Day to the incredible women of the Wilkes-Barre City Police Department.

In 2024, the National Policing Institute, provided data that women make up about 12% of Law Enforcement, estimated at 96,000 women. In 1974 there was an estimated 1,000 women in Law Enforcement.

Ofc. Chmieleski, Ofc. Zarick, Ofc. Benson, and Ofc. Scavone, thank you for the work you do, the example you set, and the positive impact you have on the City of Wilkes-Barre.

03/06/2026

📚Read Across America Week 📚

Throughout the week, officers had the opportunity to visit local schools to celebrate Read Across America Week. Officers spent time reading with students, bringing goodies, making crafts, and talking with students about safety in fun and age appropriate ways. It was a great week filled with stories, creativity, and lots of smiles.

As Dr. Seuss said, “The more that you read, the more things you will know. The more that you learn, the more places you’ll go.”

Thank you to the schools, teachers, and students who welcomed us into their classrooms and made the week so special.

03/02/2026

Officers had an exciting and memorable time at the Rock N Radio Bowl Fundraiser, all for a wonderful cause supporting Foundation 58. Thank you to everyone who came out to support this great event!

Address

15 North Washington Street
Wilkes-Barre, PA
18702

Telephone

+15702084200

Website

http://www.wilkes-barrepba.com/

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