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…

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…

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…

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…

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 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

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…

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…

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 John Vincent Scalia Home for Funerals 28 Eltingville Boulevard, Staten Island, NY 10312 Funeral Monday, December 23, 2019 11:00 AM St. Clare’s Church 110 Nelson…