Current news directly from IAFF locals, councils, and state/province associations
in the US and Canada.
Class Of 2019 Graduation Party
06/23/19 - IAFF Local 21
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Congratulations To Those Recently Appointed To Captains
06/23/19 - IAFF Local 21
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Local 21 Picnic
06/22/19 - IAFF Local 21
Volunteers are needed for the Annual L-21 Picnic!
0900-1200 - Set-up / prep / cooking
1200-4pm - Cook / clean up
CLICK HERE TO VIEW VOLUNTEER SLOTS AVAILABLE AND TO SIGN UP
If you have any questions please text/call me. All volunteers are welcome. |
Brother Ed Paris awarded(posthumously) The Martin E. Pierce Sr. Medal
06/21/19 - Boston Fire Fighters
Commissioner Finn , President Petitti , Ed Paris family members and former President Rich Paris at last night’s Local 718 Awards Night. Brother Ed Paris was awarded (posthumously) the Martin E. Pierce Sr. Medal, Local 718 highest award. Maureen Paris accepted the award on behave of the Paris Family. |
Call for Member Assistance
06/21/19 - IAFF 1826
https://www.gofundme.com/its-miller-time
Bill Miller is a City of Fort Myers Engineer Paramedic . He was recently hospitalized for Congestive Heart Failure then a scan revealed pancreatic cancer that has metastasized to his liver. Bill lives in Sebring Florida but will be starting chemo and radiation next week in Tampa. |
Friday Update 6-21-19
06/21/19 - IAFF Local 1014
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Peer Fitness Trainer Course offered
06/18/19 - IAFF Local 4416
Looking for a Peer Fitness Trainer certification class? Westfield and Local 4416 hosting September 23-27. Space still available. |
MDA Summer Camp
06/18/19 - IAFF Local 51
Calling all EPFD brothers & sisters!!!
Come one, Come all! Bring the family, MDA summer camp is fast approaching! Let’s make sure EPFD is well represented at this event. Contact Parliamentarian Rick Flores at 915-694-1221 for more information. |
Hinsdale Road Gas Leak
06/18/19 - South Metro Firefighters IAFF LOCAL 2086
At approximately 16:05 on June 17th, 2019 Local members was dispatched to a reported gas leak at 16990 Hinsdale Rd. in Centennial. Members arrived on scene to find a heavy flame coming from a ruptured gas line. Members monitored the scene while Xcel worked to crimp the line and neutralize the leak. The road was closed for approximately 2 hours. No injuries were reported. |
2019 Annual Meeting
06/18/19 - Colorado Professional Fire Fighters
The Colorado Professional Fire Fighters 2019 Annual Meeting |
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4th of July Crawfish Boil
06/17/19 - IAFF Local 2866
The Fayetteville Firefighters along with the Elks of Lodge 1987 will be hosting our Annual Crawfish and Shrimp Boil on July 4th 2019. It will be held at the Elks Lodge on Crossover Rd in North East Fayetteville. It is open to the public and all proceeds go to the Fayetteville Firefighters Children Scholarship Fund. Cost is $10. |
20th Anniversary Challenge Coins-PRESALE!
06/17/19 - IAFF Local 3972
On July 13th, 2019, Jefferson County Professional Firefighters IAFF Local 3972 will celebrate 20 years of service and union! In commemoration, we will have a limited amount of challenge coins available. Reserve yours today! Click below on our Online Store link or HERE to order. |
The Vendome Hotel Fire 47 years ago
06/17/19 - Boston Fire Fighters
June 17, 1972
Fire Lieutenant John E. Hanbury, 46 Ladder 13
Fire Lieutenant Thomas J. Carroll, 52 Engine 32
Firefighter Richard B. Magee, 39 Engine 33
Firefighter Joseph F. Boucher, 28 Engine 22
Firefighter Paul J. Murphy, 36 Engine 32
Firefighter John J. Jameson, 52 Engine 22
Firefighter Charles E. Dolan, 47 Ladder 13
Firefighter Joseph P. |
Training Symposium
06/16/19 - IAFF Local 1403
Filling up Fast, Don't delay. |
Brother Paul V. Hoban
06/16/19 - Boston Fire Fighters
Boston Firefighters Local 718 regrets to announce the sudden death of Brother Paul V. Hoban Engine Co. 16. Brother Hoban was appointed to The Boston Fire Department in 1989. A soon as we have service arrangements, we will be posting them. Rest in Peace Brother. |
2019 MSCFF Convention Call
06/15/19 - Missouri State Council of Fire Fighters
March 8, 2019
All local affiliates and leaders,
The Missouri State Council of Fire Fighters will hold its 50th biennial convention July 28th-31st 2019. The convention will be hosted by Joplin L-59 and Southern Mo Professional Fire Fighters L-152 and will be held at The Hiltons of Branson.
The Hilton Branson Convention Center
200 East Main St
Branson, MO 65616
866.442. |
2019 Revoluntionary Fire Tactics at the Lake Event
06/15/19 - Missouri State Council of Fire Fighters
Register Online here. |
2019 Jefferson City Guns N Hoses Hockey Event
06/15/19 - Missouri State Council of Fire Fighters
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Membership Meeting
06/15/19 - IAFF Local F-102
All Hands,
A Membership Meeting is being scheduled for 29 June 2019 at 1730 hours, at Crash Fire Station 62. A running agenda will be established on the Union website calendar for review. If you have an item for the agenda please see me. |
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St. Cloud Fire Department is hiring.
06/15/19 - Minnesota Professional Fire Fighters
https://www.ci.stcloud.mn. |
Friday Update 6-14-19
06/14/19 - IAFF Local 1014
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How the HRA Works
06/14/19 - Northern Ohio Fire Fighters
How the HRA Works
Established as a Voluntary Employee Benefit Association (VEBA) trust under Section 501(c)(9) of the Internal Revenue Code, the HRA offers employers the opportunity to help their employees pay for post-employment health care expenses on a tax-free basis.
The plan allows employers to make tax-free contributions to their employees’ accounts. |
Capitol Report 6/5/19
06/14/19 - UPFFA
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Chatfield camping bbq update
06/14/19 - Denver Firefighters Local 858
Good morning, just wanted to let all of you know when heading down to chatfield this weekend for the 858 camping and BBQ, come In from the south entrance on titan road, then take Roxborough Park Road North into the Park, the group camping loops are on the left, we have group loops A,B,E,F,H,I, and J. |
L-21 Captain Chris Parsons Testifies On Capitol Hill
06/13/19 - IAFF Local 21
Saint Paul Fire Captain Chris Parsons, President of the Minnesota Professional Fire Fighters, is representing the International Association of Fire Fighters at the House Energy and Commerce Committee’s “Keeping Kids and Consumers Safe from Dangerous Products" hearing in Washington, DC today. |
Newly Promoted
06/13/19 - IAFF Local 4349
Newly Promoted Captain Craig McVey (2nd from left) and Engineer Alex Trottier (Far right). |
Todd Mahoney Support
06/13/19 - IAFF Local 311
With the permission of Todd’s family and the assistance of the PFFW Charitable Foundation we have established a donation page to benefit Savanah and the boys. They are very appreciative of all the support during this time. |
Local 1371 Softball tournament
06/12/19 - Kansas State Council of Fire Fighters
Below is a flyer for a softball tournament in the Kansas City area hosted by Consolidated Fire District 2 and Local 1371 benefitting the Down Syndrome Guild. Could you please forward through your contacts and sites? Thanks. |
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Wishes and Heros Benefit Concert
06/12/19 - South Metro Firefighters IAFF LOCAL 2086
Please help support the 9th Annual Corey Rose Wishes and Heroes Benefit Concert on June 22nd in Littleton,CO! Proceeds benefit Make-A-Wish Colorado and the Colorado Professional Firefighters Association. Come out and meet Corey Rose and your favorite 9 News TV personalities for the 9th year at a new location, Breckenridge Brewery in Littleton. |
2019 Gillette Carnival & Local 21 Picnic
06/11/19 - IAFF Local 21
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New E-62 Update
06/11/19 - IAFF local 2957
Leesburg Fire Department awaits the new Engine 62, in the works over at Ten-8 Fire / Pierce.
Check << here >> for the latest updates. |
Mike Rogers Retirement Party
06/11/19 - Colorado Professional Fire Fighters
July 13th @ Colorado Professional Fire Fighter Center come celebrate Mike Rogers and his retirement. Please see the flyer for more information. |
Class of 2019-A Graduation
06/11/19 - IAFF Local 21
Please accept our invitation to attend the 2019 joint Minneapolis and Saint Paul Firefighter Graduation.
See the attached invitation and map of the University of St. Thomas campus.
The event will be held in the O’Shaughnessy Educational Center which is #5 on the map. |
Last Minute Camping news and notes
06/10/19 - Denver Firefighters Local 858
Ok, so this SATURDAY June 15th is the annual 858 Picnic and BBQ. It’s is being held at Chatfield Reservior In the group camping loops, food serving will start @ 4pm, delicious food and beverages provided. If you’d like to bring something to share please do, and this years theme is Cowboys and Cowgirls, or native Americans if you so please. Dress up to win free exciting prizes. |
IAFF Local 2665 LODD
06/09/19 - Missouri State Council of Fire Fighters
It is with great sadness that the Maryland Heights Fire Protection District and International Association of Fire Fighters Local 2665 announce the Line of Duty Death of Firefighter Paramedic Chris Moore, who suffered a medical emergency while on duty June 6, 2019. Funeral Arrangements are pending. |
Link to Door Belling Sign up sheet
06/08/19 - Kent Fire Fighters
https://www.signupgenius. |
Friday Update 6-7-19
06/07/19 - IAFF Local 1014
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2019 MDA Summer Camp
06/06/19 - IAFF Local 21
Dear Local 21 Members,
We could still use a few more members (active or retired) for the MDA Summer Camp days on June 11th and 18th. Come out between 9am and 2pm and help us make these days memorable for some kiddos. This is a chance to see where our charitable efforts are going and to meet our neighbors who benefit from our charitable fundraising. |
Thank you from the IAFF
06/06/19 - IAFF 1826
President Duncan,
On behalf of IAFF General President Harold Schaitberger, the Muscular Dystrophy Association and the children and adults we serve, I would like to personally thank you and your members for taking the time to Fill the Boot for MDA.
It's my understanding that you did an outstanding job this year! We are so thankful for your efforts. |
PPFFA Western District Meeting
06/06/19 - Pennsylvania Professional Fire Fighters Association
Once again Altoona Local 299 will host the Western District Meeting at PNG Park as the Altoona Curve host the Erie Seawolves.
This event is open to all PPFFA affiliates.
See the attachment below for more information. |
Lt. Dewey Henry Scholarship Fund
06/05/19 - IAFF Local 1403
Metro-Dade Firefighters Local 1403 will like to congratulate the winners of this year's scholarship. First we would like to congratulate all the High School class of 2019 on their graduation and wish them the best on their upcoming journey. The selection of essays gets more difficult every year and this year it was no exception. |
Emergency Elevator Training - August 27, 28 & 29, 2019
06/05/19 - Suncoast Firefighters
EMERGENCY ELEVATOR TRAINING
by Mike Posner
August 27, 28 & 29, 2019
Track 1 (4 hrs) Lecture Only - $25
Track 2 (8 hrs) Lecture & Hands On - $85
NOTE: Track 2 has ONLY 30 seats each day
REGISTER at EVENTBRITE
https://elevatoremergencytraining.eventbrite.com
Registration is first come first served with approved payment. |
2018 Fire Department Annual Report
06/05/19 - Belmont Fire Fighters
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June 4, 2019: UPFFA Delegates Meeting
06/04/19 - UPFFA
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VP Election
06/04/19 - IAFF Local 4413
The elections results are in I sent the information out threw text message, however some cell phones will only show part of the message.
The text stated:
The VP voting for the local 4413 is complete. 62 members have voted with only 2 that abstained. The votes are 36 for Dan Hoyt and 26 for Dominick Maestre. We want to congratulate Dan for his win in the VP election. |
2019 UPFFA Scholarship Recipients
06/04/19 - UPFFA
Uniformed Professional Fire Fighters Association of Connecticut
2019 Scholarship Recipients
2019 Michael C. |
TFD 4th of July shirt
06/04/19 - Taylor Professional Fire Fighters
If anyone is interested in purchasing a TFD Patriotic shirt, they are available to purchase online through the charity site. These will only be available for purchase until 6/11 and will be ready by 6/25. There will no orders past 6/11, so place your orders while you can. There are t-shirts, child sizes and hoodies, all available in navy or gray. |
This morning the House and Senate passed Senate Bill 2835! This bill is headed to the governor for his signature.On behalf of our brothers and sisters in fire service and law enforcement, we say THANK YOU to the members of the Mississippi Legislature for passing our First Responders Health and Safety Act (SB 2835) into law!This legislation is perhaps the most meaningful we’ve ever pushed... as it will help save firefighters and law enforcement officers, including volunteers. Please let your Mississippi Senate and House Members know what a great job they did with this incredible piece of legislation.A few special acknowledgments in the Senate: Senator Joel Carter, Sen. Videt Carmichael, Sen. Eugene S. Clarke, and Lt Gov Tate Reeves. In the House: Rep. Jeff Hale, Rep. Gary Chism, Rep. Scott DeLano, Rep. Kevin Ford, Speaker Philip Gunn.And so many organizations that worked together to make this legislation possible: The International Association of Firefighters, The Professional Firefighters Association of Mississippi, The Mississippi Fire Fighters Association Mississippi, The State Troopers Association, The Mississippi Fire Chiefs Association, and the Mississippi Police Chiefs Association.AND TO ONE VERY IMPORTANT PERSON: DONNA ECHOLS. She was amazing and we could not have done this without her! Thank you Donna! We love everything you have done for the fire service!And for the support of EVERY fire fighter and police officer in the State of Mississippi who made the phone calls and worked so diligently to make this possible! Job well done for so many!Highlights of the bill include:
