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 - 10:30 AM St. Clare's Church 110 Nelson Avenue, Staten Island, NY 10308 All Off-Duty Members should attend in Class A Uniform. WTC Related Illness…

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 26, 2019 11:15 AM St. Joseph's Roman Catholic Church 39 North Carll Avenue Babylon, NY 11702 All Off-Duty Members should attend in Class A Uniform.…

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 go over last year's accomplishments, talk about next year's plans, and help you get ready to tackle any of your race goals. Experience is not…

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 7, 2019 10:15 AM Holy Child Jesus Church 111-11 86th Avenue Richmond Hill, NY 11418 All Off-Duty Members should attend in Class A Uniform. WTC…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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

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 Society, who was diagnosed with testicular cancer in November. The cancer has since spread to Theo's lung and lymphnodes, and he will have to undergo…

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…

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…

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…

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…

PUTNAM COUNTY BLOOD DRIVE

Join Putnam County members for the annual holiday Blood Drive at the Daniel O'Brien VFW Hall, 32 Gleneida Ave, (Rt.52) Carmel, NY on Friday, December 27, 2019, from 2:00 - 8:00 PM. For information, please call Paul Deleo at 347-408-6052 or Denis Hanrahan at 845-225-3048. Four and a half million Americans will need blood this…

ST. GEORGE ASSOCIATION ANNUAL SCHOLARSHIP EXAM

The St. George Association Annual Scholarship Exam will take place at 10:00 AM on Saturday, December 28, 2019, at the American Legion Post 301, 80-45 Winchester Blvd., Queens Village, NY. For further information, contact James Hayhurst at 516-623-1835.

PBR: UNLEASH THE BEAST MONSTER ENERGY BUCK OFF AT THE GARDEN

PBR's Monster Energy Buck Off at Madison Square Garden will take place on Friday, January 3, 2020 at 7:45 PM; Saturday January 4, 2020 at 6:45 PM; and Sunday, January 5, 2020 at 1:45 PM. The event is part of PBR's Premier Unleash the Beast Tour featuring the top 35 bull riders in the world…

MEMORIAL MASS

On Saturday, January 4, 2020 at 1300 hours, E-249/L-113 will host a Memorial Mass commemorating the 12th anniversary of Lieutenant John H. Martinson, E-249, who made the supreme sacrifice on January 3, 2008. The mass will be held at St. Clare's Church, 110 Nelson Avenue, Staten Island, NY. All off-duty members and their families are…

PBR: UNLEASH THE BEAST MONSTER ENERGY BUCK OFF AT THE GARDEN

PBR's Monster Energy Buck Off at Madison Square Garden will take place on Friday, January 3, 2020 at 7:45 PM, Saturday January 4, 2020 at 6:45 PM and Sunday, January 5, 2020 at 1:45 PM at Madison Square Garden. The event is part of PBR's Premier Unleash the Beast Tour featuring the top 35 bull…

VIGIANO BROTHERS’ BRAVEST & FINEST SKI MEMORIAL

The Annual Vigiano Brothers' Bravest & Finest Ski Memorial will take place January 5, 2020 - January 9, 2020 at Stowe Mountain Lodge, VT. Welcome Reception is $40 per person on January 5 at 6:00 PM with hors d'oeuvres, drinks, t-shirt and fundraiser. For room reservations, call Stowe Mountain Lodge at 888-478-6938 and reference the…

PLAQUE DEDICATION

On Monday, January 6, 2020, at 1100 hours, a Plaque Dedication will be held honoring the memory of Firefighter Steven H. Pollard, L-170, who died on January 6, 2019. The dedication will take place in the quarters of B-58, E-257 & L-170, 1361 Rockaway Parkway, Brooklyn, NY. All off-duty members and their families are invited…

ON THE ARM BREAKFAST AT FRIENDS OF FIREFIGHTERS

On Wednesday, January 8, from 8-11 AM, all FDNY members are invited to Friends of Firefighters (199 Van Brunt Street Brooklyn, NY 11231) for the first On the Arm Breakfast…

ENISE M. MULLIN MEMORIAL FUND

Christopher Mullin, Rescue 5, and his three children recently lost their mother, Denise Mullin, to her battle with cancer on December 14, 2019. Prior to Denise‚àö¬¢‚Äö√ᬮ‚Äö√묢s passing, Chris was able…

PLAQUE DEDICATION

On Tuesday, January 14, 2020 at 1100 hours, a Plaque Dedication will be held honoring the memory of Firefighter Daniel C. Bove, E-251, who died on November 26, 2018. The…

FDNY CSU SPECIAL NEEDS GROUP MEETING

There will be an FDNY CSU Special Needs Group Meeting on Tuesday, January 14, 2020 from 10:30 AM ‚àö¬¢‚Äö√ᬮ‚Äö√Ñ√∫ 12:00 PM in the Mand Library, Bureau of Training at Randall‚àö¬¢‚Äö√ᬮ‚Äö√묢s…

FIREFIGHTER ALUMS OF XAVERIAN

Firefighter Alums of Xaverian are invited to a get together hosted on Thursday, January 16, 2020, at 6:30 PM at Xaverian High School. Food and beverages will be provided. The…

BENEFIT FOR A BROTHER IN NEED

The FDNY Hellenic Society, along with E-258/L-115, invite you to a fundraiser for Theo Mitritzikos of E-258 on Thursday, January 16, 2020, from 7:00 ‚àö¬¢‚Äö√ᬮ‚Äö√Ñ√∫ 10:00 PM at Bourbon Street,…

ANNUAL CITY HARVEST CANNED FOOD DRIVE

A reminder to members that the Fire Department is once again participating in the Annual City Harvest Canned Food Campaign. The drive is open and runs until January 17, 2020.…

PLAQUE DEDICATION

On Friday, January 17, 2020, at 1100 hours, a Plaque Dedication will be held honoring the memory of Firefighter Stephen J. Brady, E-84, who died on January 16, 2019. The dedication will take place in the quarters of E-84 & L-34, 513 West 161st Street, New York, NY. All off-duty members and their families are…

FDNY EMERALD SOCIETY

The Emerald Society will host a Queens Meeting on Wednesday, January 22, 2020, at 8:00 PM, at the Knights of Columbus, 333 Beach 90th Street, Rockaway Beach, NY. The first meeting of the year will feature LeRoy McGinnis, NYC Fire Pension Fund, and Matt DesJardin, UFA Queens Trustee. Food and refreshments will be provided. For…

MEMORIAL MASS

On Thursday, January 23, 2020, at 1100 hours, E-290/L-103 will have a Memorial Mass honoring the memory of Firefighter Richard T. Sclafani, L-103. The mass will commemorate the 15th anniversary of his supreme sacrifice and will take place at St. John‚àö¬¢‚Äö√ᬮ‚Äö√묢s Church, 479 New Jersey Avenue, Brooklyn, NY. All off-duty members and their families are…

REMEMBRANCE MASS

On Saturday, January 25, 2020, at 1100 hours, E-46/L-27 will host a Remembrance Mass honoring the memory of former members who died in the line of duty. The mass will…

ANNUAL FDNY SKI RACES

The 47th Annual FDNY Firefighters Ski Races at Hunter Mountain will take place on Tuesday, January 28, 2020. Proceeds will be donated to the NY Firefighters Burn Center Foundation. There will be a plaque dedication honoring FF Steven Pollard, L-170, FF Christopher Slutman, L-27, and Lt. Brian Sullivan, Sq-41. Trophies for each 1st, 2nd, 3rd…

FIREHOUSE KITCHEN TALK WITH CHIEF VINCENT DUNN

Join Friends of Firefighters (199 Van Brunt Street Brooklyn, NY 11231) on Wednesday, January 29, from 6:00-9:00 PM for a firefighter-prepared dinner followed by a presentation on flashover from Chief Vincent Dunn, author of Fire: The Battlespace Enemy, which will be raffled off at the event. Free for active and retired FDNY members. No RSVP…

DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. CELEBRATION

On Thursday, January 30, 2020, from 1200 to 1400 hours, the Office of Diversity and Inclusion will be hosting a celebration of the Legacy of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. at 9 MetroTech Center in the Auditorium. All are welcome to attend. Listen to 10-Talks, the FDNY version of TED talks, on the ways…

2020 LUNAR NEW YEAR PARADE

Permission is granted for off-duty members to participate in The FDNY Phoenix Society Annual Lunar New Year Celebration Parade. The parade will begin at 1200 hours on Sunday, February 9,…

ON THE ARM BREAKFAST AT FRIENDS OF FIREFIGHTERS

On Wednesday, February 12, from 8:00 -11:00 AM, all FDNY members are invited to Friends of Firefighters (199 Van Brunt Street, Brooklyn, NY 11231) for On the Arm Breakfast. For those unfamiliar with FoF programs and services, the monthly breakfasts are a great way to see how we operate and tour our main facility, a…

2020 NYC MARATHON PARTICIPATION WITH THE FDNY RUNNING CLUB

Any member interested in running the 2020 NYC Marathon must register for the marathon lottery with the NYRR at https://www.nyrr.org/tcsnycmarathon by February 13, 2020. For more information about the marathon and the FDNY Running Club, please email Denis Sweeney, D-6 at denis.p.sweeney@gmail.com.

WTC Funeral – Retired Firefighter Richard B. Jones, Ladder Company 25

WakeFriday, February 14, 2020 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM Greater Zion Hill Baptist Church 2365 Frederick Douglass Blvd New York, NY 10027 Memorial Service Friday, February 14, 2020 - 5:00 PM Greater Zion Hill Baptist Church 2365 Frederick Douglass Blvd New York, NY 10027 Formation And Procession Saturday, February 15, 2020 - 10:00 AM Greater…

STREET RENAMING CEREMONY

On Saturday, February 15, 2020 at 1000 hours, a Street Renaming Ceremony will be held honoring the memory of retired Lieutenant Mark W. McKay, L-45, who died on April 4,…

BC MATTHEW RYAN MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIPS

Applications are now available for this year's BC Matthew Ryan Memorial Scholarships, which are named to honor the fallen Chief who made the supreme sacrifice on September 11, 2001. Two $1,000 scholarships are awarded annually and can be used for college/university, high school, trade school or private school. Application forms and additional information is available…

JAMES B. BOYLAN SCHOLARSHIP AWARD APPLICATION

Applications for the annual James B. Boylan Scholarship Award are now available and can be obtained via email to Mr. Robert Gullickson at rjgullickson@gmail.com. This $7,000 scholarship is offered to children of Firefighters/Fire Officers (active and retired) entering a Catholic High School on Staten Island. Applications must be submitted by April 1, 2020. The winner…

MEMORIAL MASS

On Friday, February 21, 2020, at 11:00 AM, Friends of Firefighters will host a Memorial Mass commemorating the life of firefighter Kenneth Pogan, Sr., who passed away on February 11,…

Rangers First Responders Night

The Rangers First Responders Night will be held Saturday, February 22, 2020 vs. the San Jose Sharks at 7:00 PM at Madison Square Garden. Tickets can be purchased through the link: https://tinyurl.com/Rangers1stRespondersUFAFeb22.

SSG CHRIS ENGELDRUM FDNY VFW POST 12033

The SSG Chris Engeldrum FDNY VFW Post 12033 will be holding its monthly meeting on Wednesday, February 26, 2019. The meeting will be held at Randall's Island, Building 11 Cafeteria at 8:00 PM. All Military Veterans who have served overseas during time of war are eligible to join. For additional information, see the Post website…

FRIENDS OF FIREFIGHTERS FIREHOUSE KITCHEN TALK

Join Friends of Firefighters at (199 Van Brunt Street, Brooklyn, NY) on Wednesday, February 26, from 6:00 - 9:00 PM, for a firefighter-prepared dinner followed by a presentation from Director Steven Magliaro on FDNY Fire Dispatch Operations. Free for active and retired FDNY members. No RSVP necessary. As retired firefighter Tony Cat always says: "Bring…

UFA Retirement Seminar Postponed

Please be advised that the UFA Retirement Seminar scheduled for Thursday, February 27, 2020, has been canceled due to the WTC Funeral for Retired Firefighter Daniel Foley, Rescue 3, that…

20 YEAR REUNION

A 20 year reunion for members in the 1/2000 probationary firefighter class will be held on February 29, 2020. For more information, please email 1stof2000@gmail.com with your name, phone number and email address.