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The Fraternal Order of Police is the world's largest organization of sworn law enforcement officers, with more than 325,000 members in more than 2,100 lodges. Bethlehem Star Lodge #20 is one of those 2,100 lodges whose purpose is to be the voice of those dedicated individuals that serve and have served the City of Bethlehem, PA. We are committed to improving the working conditions of those officers and the safety of the citizens of Bethlehem through education, information, community involvement and employee representation. Nobody knows the challenges, stressors and dangers faced by today's police officers better than another officer. It is the job of the FOP to be the voice for each of those officers.
The information provided on this website reflects the views and opinions of Bethlehem Star Lodge #20 exclusively and does not represent the perspectives of any other department or organization.
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On December 27, 2024, the Bethlehem Star Lodge #20 FOP will be proudly hosting its annual Retirement Party at the Historic Hotel Bethlehem, a momentous occasion to honor the careers and sacrifices of six distinguished members who have each devoted over 20 years of service to the Bethlehem Police Department.
We are thrilled to announce that one of our esteemed members, Brother Eric Hammer, has won the Bethlehem Star Lodge #20 Physical Fitness raffle! After months of dedication and perseverance, Brother Hammer earned the grand prize of a one-year membership to Powerhouse Gym in Bethlehem, PA.
Bethlehem Police vs. Allentown Police Get ready for the ultimate clash of local law enforcement! The 4th Annual Turkey Bowl is back, bringing together the Bethlehem Police Department and the Allentown Police Department for a thrilling football showdown.
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Updated: Dec. 07 (22:01)
IMMEDIATE ACTION NEEDED Pennsylvania State Lodge FOP PLANNING FOR SOCIAL SECURITY FAIRNESS ACT RALLY AT THE U.S. CAPITOL Pennsylvania State Lodge FOP No General Membership Meeting This Month Saint Louis Police Officers Association HR 82 ADDITIONAL ACTION REQUIRED Le-Hampton Lodge 35 FOP Social Security Fairness Act Saint Louis Police Officers Association PCDS Guild Congratulates and Welcomes Sheriff Keith Swank Pierce County Deputy Sheriff's Independent Guild STAR LODGE #20 IN THE NEWS
2019- "...city administration did not seem to care that Bethlehem is one of the lowest paid departments in the region and boasts the highest health care deductible -- $500 for singles and $1,000 for families -- of all area law enforcement."
https://www.lvpnews.com/20231116/police-community-efforts-lauded/
2023- "It is imperative that we find qualified candidates that want to be police officers"
https://www.lvpnews.com/20231010/police-discuss-recruitment-and-retention/
2023- “We’re not talking about the best in the world, but we just need an adequate headquarters to do our job.”
2023- "law enforcement agencies are facing a national shortage, with multiple departments competing for the same pool of candidates."
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