NJ LAW ENFORCEMENT TORCH RUN

NEWS and INFORMATION

At the Novemeber 2024 Nigh of Champions, Ret Chief Ranger Bruce Matthew and Ret Captain Glenn Toepert were both inducted into the NJLETR Hall of Fame for their long time dedication to the athletes of Special Olympics NJ. They bpth brought a special perspective to their positions on the NJ State NJLETR Committee as parent of SONJ athetes.

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LONG TIME DIRECTOR RETIRES
June 2023

Chief Robert Belfiore who has served the NJLETR for 40 years has retired from his position as Director.  His retirement coincided with the closong of the 2023 SONJ Summer Games in June.  A bittersweet moment for us all as most of us only know "the Chief" as the director which he had held for over 32 years.  Chief Belfiore will continue to volunteer his time to our efforts.  Retired NJSP Major Kevin Burke will take over the helm.  Many of you may know Kevin as the driving force of the Seaside Heights Polar Bear Plunge!   We wish both men the best in their respective futures!

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Did you know.........

The NJLETR has formed the first and only known Honor Guard made up of Special Olympics athletes. The Honor Guard was formed in 2013 by NJLETR Assistant Director retired Capt Robert MacFarlane and retired Fair Lawn Police Captain Robert Kneer. Since its inception it has been involved in many events including the 2013 Special Olympics North American Softball Invitational games, the Opening Ceremonies of the SONJ Summer Games, the Wayne Memorial Day Parade, and at a NY Red Bulls games.