20 YEAR REUNION
A 20 year reunion for members in the November 14, 1999 probationary firefighter class will be held on November 15, 2019. For more information please contact James Sicilian at jimmydlock@yahoo.com.
MAYOR’S GRADUATE SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
DCAS has announced that the filing period is now open for the NYC Mayor's Graduate Scholarship Program (MGSP). All City employees have the opportunity to apply for graduate scholarships through…
WTC Funeral – Retired Lieutenant, Richard G. Estreicher, Engine Company 248
WakeFriday, November 15, 2019 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM and 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM Colonial Funeral Home 2819 Hylan Boulevard, Staten Island, NY 10306 Funeral Saturday, November 16, 2019…
2019 FDNY BIKING COMPETITION
On Saturday, November 16, 2019 at 0900 hours, the "Fit to Fight" FDNY Biking Competition will be held at Randall's Island. All Fire/EMS personnel are invited to register for the event at no cost online at www.fdnypro.org/bike/ by November 11, 2019. Fastest 24 teams win a Concept 2 Bike for their firehouse or station. One…
12TH ANNUAL JIMMY’S RUN & GOLD STAR MEMORIAL
Registration is open for Jimmy's Run Down Hero Highway & Gold Star Memorial Presentation on Sunday, November 17, at Pier 45 and the Lighthouse at Chelsea Piers, NYC. Don't miss out on this family-friendly and Patriotic day where those who made the Ultimate Sacrifice defending our freedom are honored. This year, SGT Joshua P. Rodgers…
RANGERS 5K PRESENTED BY NORTHWELL HEALTH
The Garden of Dreams Foundation is excited to announce the upcoming Rangers 5K Presented by Northwell Health. This 4th annual race will be in part benefiting the Garden of Dreams Foundation. The event will take place on November 17 at 10:00 AM in Flushing Meadows Park and is open to the public. Prior to the…
PLAQUE DEDICATION
On Monday, November 18, 2019 at 1100 hours, a Plaque Dedication will be held honoring the memory of Firefighter James J. Hurson, E-318, who died on May 22, 2018. The dedication will take place in the quarters of Engine 318 & Ladder 166, 2510 Neptune Avenue, Brooklyn, NY. All off-duty members and their families are…
UFA RETIREMENT SEMINAR
The UFA will host a Retirement Seminar for delegates and members who are beginning the retirement process on Thursday, November 21, at 12:00 PM, in the 4th Floor Conference Room of the UFA office. Space is limited, so we are only able to accommodate 50 members. Members must RSVP beforehand to reserve their place. This…
NEWBURGH IAFF LOCAL 589 RALLY
Local 589 is looking for bodies to turnout tomorrow, Thursday, November 21, at the Newburgh Activity Center, 401 Washington Street, Newburgh, NY 12550 at 5:30 – 6:00 PM for their budget vote. They anticipate 12-14 layoffs. Please wear something that identifies you as a firefighter.
150TH ANNIVERSARY – ENGINE COMPANY 211
On Saturday, November 23, 2019, at 11:00 am, the officers and members of Engine Co. 211 will host a ceremony in quarters at 26 Hooper St., Brooklyn, NY to commemorate their 150th Anniversary. All active, retired members and their families are invited to attend. Parking will be limited so please utilize mass transit options if…
LAUGHTER SAVES LIVES
Laughter Saves Lives' 5th Annual Virgina Larocchia "Almost Gala" will be held on Saturday, November 23, at 6:30 PM at Howard-Lathrop VFW Post #2307, 235 Merrick Road, Lynbrook, NY. General admission tickets are $75. There will be dinner, excellent raffle items, entertainment by several jokesters, and recognition of Caryn Pfeifer and Jennifer McNamara, widows of…
MEMORIAL MASS
On Saturday, November 23, 2019, at 1215 hours, a Memorial Mass will be held honoring the memory of Lieutenant Robert J. Ryan Jr., E-155, who made the supreme sacrifice on November 23, 2008. The mass will be celebrated at Sacred Heart Church located at 981 Castleton Avenue, Staten Island, NY. All off-duty members and their…
AURA PREP CLASS FOR EXTRA POINTS
AURA Prep will be holding a HazMat - CEVO IV - AHA BLCS class at Fordham University in the Bronx. The class is two days, November 23 - November 24 at 8:00 AM. Candidates wishing to apply to become FDNY EMTs will receive 10-15 additional points on their application/exam. This course will meet the requirements…
WTC Funeral – Retired Firefighter Clifford R. DiMuro, Ladder Company 137
WakeMonday, November 25, 2019 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM and 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM Claude R Boyd-Spencer Funeral Home 448 West Main Street Babylon, NY 11702 Funeral Tuesday, November…
TURKEY TROT
The 41st Annual Turkey Trot Run hosted by E-233/L-176 will be held on Tuesday, November 26, 2019, at 1130 hours in Broad Channel, NY. Assembly point is next to the American Legion, 209 Cross Bay Blvd. Pre-registration is $20, race day registration is $25. Make checks payable to: Ladder 176 Engine 233 Turkey Trot, 25…
FDNY TRIATHLON TEAM AND CYCLING TEAM
The FDNY Triathlon Team and Cycling Team invites any interested members to their Annual Meeting on Wednesday, December 4, at 7:00 PM in the New Cafeteria at the Rock to…
WTC Funeral – Retired Firefighter Brian W. Casse, Engine Company 294
WakeFriday, December 6, 2019 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM and 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM Leo F. Kearns Funeral Home 85-66 115th Street Richmond Hill, NY 11418 Funeral Saturday, December…
FDNY HOLY NAME SOCIETY HIGH SCHOOL SCHOLARSHIP EXAM
The Holy Name Society will hold their High School Scholarship Exam at 8:30 AM on Saturday, December 7, 2019, at All Hallows High School, 111 East 164 Street, Bronx, NY…
SANTA AT FRIENDS OF FIREFIGHTERS
Festivities kick off at 10:00 AM on Sunday, December 8, at 199 Van Brunt Street Brooklyn, NY 11231, with holiday music, arts and crafts, firetruck tour, raffles, hot chocolate, milk…
PLAQUE DEDICATION – CANCELLED
Members should be aware that the Plaque Dedication ceremony for Captain John S. Moschella, E-26 scheduled for Monday, December 9, 2019 has been cancelled; a rescheduled date will be announced on a future Info Fax. ------------------------------------------------ On Monday, December 9, 2019, at 1100 hours, a Plaque Dedication will be held honoring the memory of Captain…
OPERATION SANTA: THE COMMUNITY MAYORS 2019
Community Mayors for Special Children is calling all volunteers for Operation Santa Claus on Wednesday, December 11, and for Setup Day on Tuesday, December 10. Volunteers must register, and should plan to arrive both days by 8:00 AM. Registration deadline is December 4. Register at: https://forms.gle/VjyY46iD5qwtat5b6. It will take place at JFK Airport, Port Authority…
CSU QUARTERLY GATHERING
FDNY CSU Christmas Quarterly Gathering will be Wednesday, December 11, 2019. Coffee & Bagels at 10:00 AM, 12 Step Meeting at 11:00 AM and Lunch at 12:00 PM. Wear your ugliest sweater!! Bring a friend, all are welcome. Please RSVP to (212)925-6671 & leave a message on Ext. 395. The holiday gathering will be at…
PLAQUE DEDICATION
On Wednesday, December 11, 2019, at 1100 hours, a Plaque Dedication and Street Co-Naming Ceremony will be held honoring the memory of Firefighter Faizal Coto, E-245, who died on December 9, 2018. The dedication will take place in the quarters of Battalion 43, Engine 245 & Ladder 161, 2929 West 8th Street, Brooklyn, NY. All…
FDNY Firefighter Application Information
Every four to five years, the City offers the opportunity for members of the public to apply to become a New York City Firefighter. When the filing period is open, people who are interested and fulfill all the eligibility requirements can apply for the exam through DCAS. DCAS Website
WTC Funeral – Retired Captain Dennis M. Gilhooly, Engine Company 67
WakeFriday, December 13, 2019 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM and 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM Peck & Peck Funeral Home 7749 South Main Street Pine Plains, NY 12567 Funeral Saturday,…
FIREFIGHTER IN NEED OF ASSISTANCE
A GoFundMe has been created by Engine 258 & Ladder 115 to support Theo Mitritzikos, a 12-year member of Engine 258, member of the FDNY Boxing Team and FDNY Hellenic…
PLAQUE DEDICATION
On Monday, December 16, 2019, at 1100 hours, a Plaque Dedication will be held honoring the memory of Firefighter Michael L. Duffy, L-174, who died on August 8, 2017. The dedication will take place in the quarters of Engine 310 & Ladder 174, 5105 Snyder Avenue, Brooklyn, NY. All off-duty members and their families are…
Retired FF Michael Miller in Need of Kidney Donation
Retired Firefighter and United States Marine veteran Michael J. Miller is in dire need of a kidney transplant. Michael, a 25 year member of the FDNY, is reaching out to the membership for help. Please take a moment to share the word on social media channels that a brother who has served his country and…
MEMORIAL MASS
On Wednesday, December 18, 2019, at 1030 hours, E-257, L-170 and B-58 will host a Memorial Mass commemorating the 21st Anniversary of the Vandalia Avenue Fire. The Mass will take place at St. Jude Church, located at 1677 Canarsie Road, Brooklyn, NY. The Mass will honor the memory of the following members who died in…
Retirement Seminar
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Funeral Information – Retired Firefighter Thomas J. Alioto, Ladder Company 147
WakeSaturday, December 21, 2019 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM and 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM Sunday, December 22, 2019 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM and 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM…
FDNY CHANUKAH CELEBRATION
On Monday, December 23, 2019, from 1630 to 1830 hours, the Office of Diversity and Inclusion and the Ner Tamid Society will be hosting a Chanukah celebration in the Auditorium of 9 MetroTech Center. They will celebrate the festival of lights with potato pancakes, donuts and music. Learn how to play dreidel and enjoy the…