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Ben in Switzerland1365 viewsThank you to Connie for the photo!

Halloween, 2011 - Brooklyn Bradshaw1365 viewsBlack eye, broken nose, left elbow, right wrist, broken foot, bad knee....but ready to play! Just like her favorite quarterback!

8-yr old Brooklyn Bradshaw is ready for some Halloween fun too!

"We're from Idaho Falls, ID & have a HUGE family of Steeler fans! I attached a pic from our super bowl party! WE LOVE BEN!" -- Heather Bradshaw.

Photo: The Bradshaw Family

June 9, 2014: Washingtonâ€™s new police dog begins patrols 1365 viewsIâ€™d like to introduce the City of Washington Police Department newest employee Patrolman Golem and his handler Officer Karlowsky â€“ Mayor Brenda Davis via Twitter @Mayor_Davis

Thanks Washington & @_BigBen7 for contributions to reestablishing City of Washington K9 Police Unit â€“ Mayor Brenda Davis via Twitter @Mayor_Davis

Iâ€™d like to introduce the City of Washington Police Department newest employee Patrolman Golem and his handler Officer Karlowsky â€“ Mayor Brenda Davis via Twitter @Mayor_Davis

Thanks Washington & @_BigBen7 for contributions to reestablishing City of Washington K9 Police Unit â€“ Mayor Brenda Davis via Twitter @Mayor_Davis

â€œThe city has its first police dog since the department disbanded its K9 unit in 1997â€³

From Mike Jones, Washington Observer-Reporter:

Ever since he was young, Matthew Karlowsky wanted to be a police officer, his father said. Then, when he was hired as a Washington patrolman eight years ago, he set his sights on one day becoming a police dogâ€™s handler.

His vision came to fruition Thursday night when the veteran officer and the cityâ€™s new police dog, Golem, were formally introduced during a swearing-in ceremony at City Hall.

Golem, a 10-month-old German shepherd, could barely control his excitement for the ceremony, barking at times and searching for his ball in the cargo pocket of Karlowskyâ€™s pants.

The dog was born in the Czech Republic and trained with Karlowsky for six weeks at Shallow Creek Kennels in Mercer County. Karlowsky gives Golem commands in Czech as they continue to train to hone the dogâ€™s drug-detection and patrol skills.

Karlowsky served in the U.S. Army during the Iraq war and it was during that 14-month deployment that he wanted to work with dogs after watching military K9 handlers, his father, Rick, said.

â€œThis boy has always wanted to be a police officer, and ever since then, he wanted to be a K9 handler,â€ Rick Karlowsky said.

The community raised about $47,000 the past nine months to restart the departmentâ€™s K9 unit, including a $10,000 grant from the Ben Roethlisberger Foundation. Mayor Brenda Davis said the community support and local business donations were instrumental in bringing back the unit, and city officials hope to expand it to two dogs by the end of the year.

â€œIf it werenâ€™t for the donations from the community, we wouldnâ€™t be able to have this special swearing-in ceremony,â€ Davis said. â€œHeâ€™s ready to be a police officer.â€

More from the article:

http://www.observer-reporter.com/article/20140606/NEWS01/140609681#.U5YyWfldVGg

December 2007 - Commercial Shoot1364 viewsClose-up photo of Ben during his commercial shoot for the upcoming Super Bowl ad with an "American Idol" theme.

Photo posted with permission! Thank you!

October 11, 2012 - Richard Culliver1364 viewsSeven-year old Richard Culliver's story came to the site by way of his mother's friend, Cristalena Potvin. Richard was diagnosed with an inoperable brain tumor just one week prior the Steelers vs Titans game in Tennessee. His mom Stephanie McMillan, dad Brian and stepmom Terra Culliver took him to that game - his biggest wish come true! We posted a "Shout Out" to Richard on the website for good luck and prayers on October 10th.

In this photo, Richard is all set to go!

Photo: Stephanie McMillan

Training Camp - July 25, 20071360 viewsPhoto by: Lexi

A Make-A-Wish Day to remember1357 viewsMore from Brandon's father:

The story behind the picture I sent of Ben reaching out to shake my wifeâ€™s hand with the huge grin on Branâ€™s face is one I will always remember.

After Ben yelled out make â€˜Make-A-Wishâ€™, he ran towards Bran and about five feet before he got to him, he turned towards my wife and acted like the wish was for her. Everyone that was with us cracked up laughing â€“ it immediately put everyone at ease!

Ben also knew that Brett Keisel was one of Branâ€™s favorite players, so Ben was introducing himself to our family as Brett!

We just couldnâ€™t believe how much time Ben and the Steelers spent making sure Bran had a great time.

In recent weeks Brandonâ€™s cancer has returned with a vengeance and there is no way of stopping it now.

Brandon has battled this like a warrior for a year and a half, and his battle is coming to its final stage.

Last night (April 10, 2013) we jumped up with over 600 likes on Brandon's Facebook page thanks to the work of Ben, Erin, and Steeler Nation! I asked for a little help, and they got me a huge response! This is why I have been a Steeler fan for over 40 years!

Is it game time yet?1356 viewsLisa Grez is ready!

Photo: Chet Grez

March 2-4, 2007: ESPN - The Weekend1354 viewsFan Shawn LaRue captured Ben's "silly side" as he prepared for a televised interview:

"We were all leaving the park and we saw people setting up some mics so we figured to hang around. And sure enough, Ben came out to do an interview. As a huge Steelers Fan, this made my trip! He signed everyoneâ€™s items and chatted with people â€“ he even played catch with some younger fans! I took some pictures and was able to get this one â€“ I thought it was hilarious and showed a playful/laid back side of him! This actually might have even been his birthday now that I think about it because we all sung 'Happy Birthday' to him!" -- Shawn.

2-year Noah1354 views...is already a Big 43 fan and according to his mom, he says " Go Stillers!!". Alot!!

Photo: Megan Malone

This is Ben!1352 viewsBen weighs in at 135lbs and stands tall to his back at 34". And he's just as gentle as can be. He is a good boy!

Did we mention he's a BIG Steelers fan?

Photo: Mike Freude

Halloween, 2011 - Landon Mckendree1346 viewsIs it a bird? Is it a plane? No! It's Super 7!!!

Photo: Heather Marlow-Mckendree

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