Newark, Delaware FOP Lodge 4

05/08/2026

At this week’s May meeting, our two newest members - Brother McGonigal and Sister Finnan - were officially sworn in as members of FOP Lodge 4. Please congratulate them on their recent graduation from the NCCPD Academy and welcome them to the family!

03/08/2026

Last night, Lodge 4 held its annual Retiree Dinner where Brothers Pagnotti and Rivers were honored for their years of service to the City of Newark. Always a great time seeing all of our retirees and a big thank you to Grain Exchange for hosting!

02/15/2026

Shout out to Brother Graber on National SRO Day!

Today, we recognize National School Resource Officer Appreciation Day and proudly highlight Cpl. Nate Graber for his outstanding service to our school community.

Cpl. Graber serves not only as a protector but also as a mentor and guardian to students in Newark. He builds positive relationships, offers guidance during difficult moments, and provides a steady, trusted presence in our schools every single day.

Thank you, Cpl. Graber, for your commitment to keeping our students safe and supported.

01/14/2026

12/25/2025

Merry Christmas from FOP Lodge 4.
As we celebrate the birth of Christ and the spirit of Christmas, we ask that you continue to keep Trooper Snook’s family, friends, and the entire Delaware State Police in your thoughts and prayers. May they find strength, comfort, and peace during this difficult season. While this time of year is meant for joy and togetherness, we are mindful of the sacrifices made by those who serve—and by the families who carry that sacrifice every day.

To donate to the Snook family, please see the link below:

https://helpahero.com/campaign/support-corporal-grade-one-snook-s-family-after-his-tragic-loss

12/05/2025

DE Concerns of Police Survivors will have their annual Blue Light Vigil on December 07, 2025 at 1900 hours at Delaware Heritage Park, on the Green, Dover, Delaware. The ceremony will include a roll call of officers and the placement of ornaments by families and attending law enforcement officers.

11/27/2025

11/26/2025

💚 Become a hero for one of our own 💚

Ashley Bystricky, wife of brother Dan Bystricky, is in desperate need of a kidney. Please share or consider getting tested to see if you would be a potential donor. If you’re willing to get tested or want to learn more about the process, please check the link below.

Your act of kindness could change everything for Ashley and the entire Bystricky family.

Ashley Bystricky Needs a Kidney | Can You Help?

11/23/2025

The men and women of FOP Lodge 4 thank brother Casey Rivers for his service and wish him the best in his retirement!

10/23/2025

Important message from our State Lodge. Remember, for some of us, the hard part is going home after a shift and knowing how to be a husband, wife, father, mother, or friend.

Mental Health Awareness Week Reminder:
For many who wear the badge, the hardest shift isn’t the one on duty, it’s the one at home.
After a 12-hour shift while carrying the weight of what they’ve seen, officers often face the toughest challenge: switching it off and showing up for the people they love.

CopLine® is here to help bridge that gap — a confidential lifeline for law enforcement officers who need to talk.

You don’t have to carry it alone.
📞 1-800-267-5463 | CopLine.org