New York State Police Major James Barnes - the commander of Sidney-based Troop C - says the agency is making preparations to observe its 100th birthday in 2017.
A series of recent attacks on law enforcement officers has prompted New York State Police to direct troopers to be vigilant at all times, even when they are on routine patrol.
State Police Major James Barnes, commander of Sidney-based Troop C, said there's a need for police to always be aware of what's happening around them...