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The FDNY is now accepting applications for this year's Firefighter Thomas Brick Scholarship Program, named to honor the fallen firefighter. College scholarships are available to all active FDNY Fire Officers and Firefighters who are currently enrolled or plan to take one or more courses during the 2014-15 Academic Year. Scholarships of $2,500 will be awarded…

The United Women Firefighters (UWF) Annual Memorial Mass will be held on Monday, May 12th at 10 am at St. Jude's Church, 1677 Canarsie Road, Brooklyn. The Mass will honor the memory of all deceased FDNY women firefighters. All off-duty members and their families are invited to attend. Members are requested to attend in dress…

Tuesday, May 13th from 6-9PM, at the Empire Hotel Rooftop, 44 W. 63rd St., NYC. As Memorial Day approaches and we remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice to protect our city and country, please join us for a special night of outdoor cocktails and music to support the families of New York City's fallen…

On Wednesday May 14th 2014 at 6:30PM PMHS will dedicate its campus to Medal of honor winner Lt. Michael Murphy. The dedication will take place at the PMHS is located at 181 Buffalo Avenue · Medford, NY 11763. Lt Michael Murphy was awarded the MOH on October 27, 2007. He is only the third service…

Long Island's Waterpark located at Exit 72 West, Long Island Expressway, Riverhead, NY (631) 727-3600, www.splishsplashlongisland.com. 18 water slides, wavepool, lazy river, kiddie area and more! General admission price is $34, Under 48" and Seniors admission price is $27. Children 3 and under are free. For further info, please contact Amy Truscelli at 212-683-4832. Tickets…

On Thursday, May 15, 2014 at 1100 hours, E-282 /L-148 will have a centennial celebration in their quarters located at 4210 12th Avenue, Brooklyn, NY. All off-duty members and their families are invited to attend. Members are requested to attend in dress uniform.

Prior to its official public opening, The National September 11 Memorial Museum has arranged for a special tribute-filled Dedication Period for the 9/11 community. From May 15th through May 20th, 9/11 families, first responders, recovery workers and survivors will be able to preview museum exhibits and events. The Museum will remain open 24 hours per…

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On Saturday May 24, 2014 at 10 am, the Towers of Freedom 9/11 Military Monument will be dedicated in Burns park in Massapequa. This is a unique memorial that honors all civilians and first responders lost on September 11th as well as all Military personnel lost in the war on terror. All off-duty members and…

Applications for the NYS Honorary Fire Chiefs Memorial College Scholarships are now being accepted. Each Scholarship is worth $2,500.The scholarship is open to all active UFA members who are currently enrolled in college. Applicants must submit a 3 paragraph letter explaining why they are deserving of this scholarship (i.e. seeking credits for promotion, completing courses…

A benefit will be held on behalf of Thomas McDermott, a 14 year member of Engine 262 whose home was destroyed by a fire on Sunday, May 18th. The benefit will be held on Friday, May 30th from 7pm-11pm at O'Neill's Bar/Restaurant, 64-21 53rd Drive, Maspeth, NY 11378. The cost is $50 per person and…

Saturday, May 31st - 7:30 KickoffMitchel Field - 50 Charles Lindbergh Blvd Garden City, NY 11530

This year's FDNY Medal Day ceremony will take place on Wednesday, June 4th at 1100 hours at the New York State Armory, located at 68 Lexington Avenue, (Between East 25th and East 26th Streets), Manhattan.

Lt. Mike Vecsi, E220/L122, Formerly of E155/L78. Weds, July 9th, from 7-11pm, LiGreci‚àö¬¢‚Äö√ᬮ‚Äö√묢s Staaten, 697 Forest Ave, SI NY. $80 per ticket. Mike is a lieutenant and was recently diagnosed with lung cancer. Because of Mike‚àö¬¢‚Äö√ᬮ‚Äö√묢s condition he is unable to lift his handicapped daughter into his van, so they would like to raise funds…

WAKEDenis S. O’Connor Funeral Home 91-05 Beach Channel Drive Rockaway Beach NY 11693 718-634-4011 Thursday, June 12th from 7-9pm Friday, June 13th from 2-5pm & 7-9pm FUNERAL St. Thomas More Roman Catholic Church 204-25 Rockaway Point Boulevard Breezy Point NY 11697 Saturday, June 14th at 11:30am

Twelve (12) Educational Awards worth $500.00 each are available through the New York Firefighter's Burn Center Foundation. These grants shall be awarded for various types of schooling, be it academic, technical or a personal interest course. Submission dates are April 15th, 2014 - June 15th, 2014. Eligibility is restricted to members of the Uniformed Firefighting…

The Firefighter Thomas J. Foley Memorial Scholarship Fund was established in 2001 as a tribute to an American hero who made the ultimate sacrifice on September 11, 2001. The program is intended to provide a lasting legacy to the life of firefighter Thomas J. Foley by assisting the children of fellow FDNY firefighters in meeting…

Wednesday, June 18th. Registration/Check-in will begin at 8:00am at Riverside Blvd @ the Beach, Long Beach, NY. $35 per person pre-registration/$40 per person on-site registration. Pre-registration checks must be received…

Everyone is welcome to join the Columbia Association celebrate its 80th Annual Scholarship Dinner Dance on June 19, 2014, at Russo's on the Bay, 162-45 Cross Bay Boulevard, Queens, NY at 7 pm. This year the Columbia Association will honor its scholarship winners and our honorees. The 2014 Person of the Year isChief of Operations…

Please come join Putnam County members in a blood drive to be held on Friday, June 27th at the Daniel O'Brien VFW Hall, 32 Gleneida Ave (Rt.52), Carmel, NY from 2:00 until 8:00pm. Food and refreshments will be on hand. For information please contact Paul DeLeo at 347-408-6052 or Denis Hanrahan at 845-225-3048.

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12/noon USO Team vs Hudson Valley Fire and Police team

2 PM Port Authority vs Suffolk County PD

4PM FDNY vs NYPD

Is with deep regret that the UFA announces the death of Lt. Gordon Ambelas of Engine 237 . Arrangements for Lt. Gordon Ambelas' Wake and Funeral are as follows: Wake 7pm to 9pm 2pm to 4pm and 7pm to 9pm Funeral Home 203 Main St. Center Moriches, NY 11934 Map (631) 878 -0065 Funeral Mass…

Long Island's Waterpark located at Exit 72 West, Long Island Expressway, Riverhead, NY (631) 727-3600, www.splishsplashlongisland.com. 18 water slides, wave pool, lazy river, kiddie area and more! General admission price is $34, Under 48" and Seniors admission price is $27. Children 3 and under are FREE. For further info, please contact Amy Truscelli at 212-683-4832.…

Attention all members: The funeral service for the FDNY LODD of Lt. Gordan “Matt” Ambelas, the staging area will be the Gateway National Park on Hyland Boulevard in Staten Island.…

Lt. Mike Vecsi, E220/L122, Formerly of E155/L78. Weds, July 9th, from 7-11pm, LiGreci's Staaten, 697 Forest Ave, SI NY. $80 per ticket. Mike is a lieutenant and was recently diagnosed with lung cancer. Because of Mike's condition he is unable to lift his handicapped daughter into his van, so they would like to raise funds…

On Thursday, July 10, 2014 at 1100 hours, a Plaque Dedication will be held honoring the memory of Captain Peter J. Casey, E-212, who died on July 3, 2013. The dedication will take place in the quarters E-221/L-104, located at 161 South 2nd Street, Brooklyn, NY. All off-duty members and their families are invited to…

On Thursday, July 10, 2014, at 10 am, the FDNY Anchor Club will host their annual picnic at Frances Schervier Nursing Home, located at 2975 Independence Avenue, Bronx, NY. Volunteers are needed to assist the residents to and from the picnic. All off-duty members are invited to bring their families. Food and refreshments will be…

On Monday, July 14, 2014 at 1100 hours, a Plaque Dedication will be held honoring the memory of Firefighter Virginia A. Spinelli, E-329, who died on December 19, 2011. The dedication will take place in the quarters of E-329, 402 Beach 169th Street, Rockaway Beach, Queens, NY. All off-duty members and their families are invited…

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Friday July 18th, 2014 - 1904 Surf Ave, Brooklyn (Coney Island)The night includes: Fire Safety & Education table, Bagpipers, Cyclones will wear/raffle off FDNY Firehouse/EMS Station jerseys,FDNY Mascot Hot Dog, etc. Pre-game ceremony at 6:30 pm Moment of Silence for Lieutenant Gordon (Matt) Ambelas Ceremonial first pitch by Commissioner Dan Nigro Brooklyn Cyclones vs. Jamestown…

On Tuesday, July 22, 2014 at 1100 hours, a Plaque Dedication will be held honoring the memory of Firefighter William Quick, L-134, who died on January 18, 2011, and Firefighter Walter Torres, E-328, who died on December 18, 2012. The dedication will take place in the quarters of E-328/L-134, 16-15 Central Ave, Far Rockaway, Queens,…

The Tuttlemundo / Dolney Scholarship Fund will award two $500 academic scholarships towards the college tuition of qualified children. To be eligible for consideration a child must be: A dependent of a current or former member of Div 15 Currently attending a college that imposes a charge for tuition Entering a college in September that…

FDNY vs NYPD Baseball August 16th, 2014

FDNY vs NYPD Baseball August 16th, 2014Gates open at 5pm - first pitch: 6pm. For Tickets visit HERE OR CALL 917-225-7872.

On Wednesday, August 20th, the Annual Steuben Association Boat Ride for Firefighters, Nurses and friends will leave Pier 83 at West 42nd Street, Manhattan, aboard Circle Line Tours. Boarding begins at 7:20 pm; the boat leaves at 8pm SHARP, cruise is from 8-11pm. Tickets: $50, includes the DJ, dancing, and beverages (you may bring your…

Permission is granted for off-duty members to participate in the 47th Annual West Indian Day Parade on Monday, September 1st on Eastern Pkwy in Brooklyn. Dress uniform, including white gloves, shall be worn. For more information call the FDNY Office of Community Engagement at 718-999-8112 or 646-483-9231.

Long Island's Waterpark located at Exit 72 West, Long Island Expressway, Riverhead, NY (631) 727-3600, www.splishsplashlongisland.com. 18 water slides, wave pool, lazy river, kiddie area and more! General admission price is $34, Under 48" and Seniors admission price is $27. Children 3 and under are FREE. For further info, please contact Amy Truscelli at 212-683-4832.…

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On Saturday, September 6th at 10am. It begins at Fifth Avenue and 44th Streetand continues up Fifth Avenue to 64th Street. All off-duty members are invited to march. Please wear your company or FDNY shirts, jackets, etc...

Queens Sickle Cell Advocacy Network, Inc Annual 5K Run/Walk-A-Thon, Sunday, September 7th 8am-11am. The walk starts at 160th Street between Liberty and Archer Avenues (near the last stop of the 'E' train, Jamaica Center and York College) and ends at Roy Wilkins Park. Registration will be $25 on the day of the event. Early registration…

On Sunday, September 7th at 0900 hours, there will be a mass followed by a Walk of Remembrance in honor of Father Mychal Judge. The mass will be held in St. Francis of Assisi Church, 135 West 31st Street, Manhattan. Following the mass, the "Walk" will commence, stopping at firehouses and police precincts along the…

The UFA Executive Board regrets to announce the passing of Robert Straub. WAKE Sunday, September 7th, 2014 from 4-8PM Beecher Funeral Home 1 Putnum Avenue Brewster NY 10509 845-279-3615 FUNERAL Monday, September 8th, 2014 at 10AM Christ the King Church 209 Tackora Trail Ridgefield, Ct 06877 203-431-0201 Fraternally, Stephen J. Cassidy President LeRoy C. McGinnis…

Primary Election Day is this Tuesday, September 9th starting at 9AM. BATTALION ASSIGNMENTS

On Wednesday, September 10th at 1030 hours, E-73/L-42 will host a Memorial Mass in quarters honoring the memory of DC Joseph Marchbanks Jr., Lt. Raymond Murphy, L-16, Lt. Brian Ahearn, E-230, FF Peter Bielfeld, L-42, and Fr. Mychal Judge, who made the supreme sacrifice on September 11, 2001. In addition, former members of B-26 and…

The Lt. John M. Clancy/FF Jimmy O'Shea Memorial Scholarship Fund will present a minimum of eight $1000 awards to full time college students who are children of active members of the Department. To be eligible, you must complete an application and provide proof of enrollment in an accredited college or university by September 10, 2014.…

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The FDNY will host or participate in a number of commemorative ceremonies to honor the 343 members lost by the Department on September 11, 2001. At the National September 11th Memorial Plaza at the WTC Site On Thursday, September 11, 2014, the City will commemorate the 13th anniversary of the attacks on the World Trade…

On Thursday, September 11th at 1200 hours, B-57 will host a Memorial Mass honoring all members who perished on September 11th, 2001. The mass will be held at the Cathedral of St. Joseph, 856 Pacific Street, Brooklyn. All off-duty members and their families are invited to attend. Members are requested to attend in dress uniform.

On Thursday, September 11th at 1000 hours, E-54/L-4/B-9 will host a Memorial Mass honoring the members of D-3, and all who perished on September 11th, 2001. The mass will be held at St. Patrick's Cathedral, 5th Avenue, Manhattan. All off-duty members and their families are invited to attend. Members are requested to attend in dress…

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On Saturday, September 13th at 3 pm, St. Michael's Cemetery will host the 2 Mile "Remember Me Run" in honor and celebration of the first responders who sacrificed their lives to save others on 9/11 at the World Trade Center. This event is also in honor of those who have fought against the ravages of…

For reservations and sponsorships call Mike Foti: 845.263.9726 or email getoutandgolf@gmail.com

Zack Wheeler Firefighter Bobblehead! First 1,000 fans who purchase through this special offer will receive one. Enjoy our post game fireworks display. Ticket Prices: *Pepsi Porch Party Package $80. *Package includes unlimited beverages (BEER/Soda) 1 hour prior to the game up until end of the 7th inning. Also receive a voucher for burger and fries.…

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WAKEMatthew Funeral Home 2508 Victory Boulevard Staten Island NY 10314 718-761-5544 Tuesday, September 16th from 2-4pm & 7-9pm Wednesday, September 17th from 2-4pm & 7-9pm FUNERAL St. Anthony of Padua RC Church 24 Shelly Avenue Staten Island NY 10314 718-761-6660 Thursday, September 18th at 11am

The Lt. John M. Clancy/FF Jimmy O'Shea Memorial Scholarship Fund will present a minimum of eight $1000 awards to full time college students who are children of active members of the Department. To be eligible, you must complete an application and provide proof of enrollment in an accredited college or university by September 10, 2014.…

WakeVanella’s Funeral Chapel 2860 Long Beach Road Oceanside, NY 11572 516-766-4424 Thursday, September 18th from 2-4pm & 7-9pm Friday, September 19th from 2-4pm & 7-9 pm Funeral St. Ignatius Martyr Church 721 W. Broadway Long Beach, NY 11561 Saturday, September 20th at 10:30am

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The 2014 IAFF Fallen Fire Fighter Memorial Service will be held Saturday, September 20, 2014. The mission of the IAFF Fallen Fire Fighter Memorial, which is located in the shadow of Pike‚àö¬¢‚Äö√ᬮ‚Äö√묢s Peak, is to honor the sacrifice made by IAFF members who serve as professional fire fighters and emergency medical personnel who have given…

The annual Lt. John Martinson Memorial Picnic will be held on Saturday, September 20th (Rain or Shine) from 1200 to 1800 hours at the Hillside Swim Club, located at 151 Signs Road, Staten Island. Picnic will include live music, rides, and games. For ticket information visit: www.JohnMartinsonMemorialFoundation.org.

Appointments are necessary- All blood types are acceptableJoe Licata - 212-639-8177 Manager, Blood Donor Program icataj@mskcc.org

Brother of Paul Heglund, former Captain of Rescue Company 4

WakeJoseph W. Sorce Funeral Home 728 West Nyack Road West Nyack, NY 10994 Thursday, September 25th from 2-4pm & 7-9 pm Funeral St. Francis of Assisi Church 128 Parrot Road West Nyack, NY 10994 Friday, September 26th at 10am

WakeGeorge Hasslers Funeral Home 980 Bennetts Mills Rd. Jackson, NJ 08527 Friday, September 26th: 2-4 & 7-9pm Funeral St. Aloysius Church 935 Bennetts Mills Road Jackson NJ 08527 Saturday, September 27th at 11am

Friday, October 3, 2014, 9:30am, hosted by Engine 221/Ladder 104. Location: CUNNINGHAM PARK, Queens (73rd Ave Between Clearview Expwy and Francis Lewis Blvd). Cost $300.00 per Team. Register your team ASAP, first come first serve! Tournament is Limited!! There is NO registration the day of the tournament. Food, Soda, Water and Gatorade Served. All proceeds…

On Wednesday, October 1 at 12PM ET / 4PM GMT individual and team registration will officially open for the 2015 World Police & Fire Games, set to unfold in Fairfax County and the National Capital Region from June 26 through July 5, 2015. We highly recommend that you register as early as possible via our…

Saturday, October 4th. Starts at 12 noon. Hillside Swim Club, 151 Signs Road, Staten Island, NY 10314. Adults $40, Kids (14-20) $20, Under 14 Free. Includes: BBQ, beer, wine, softdrinks. Featuring live band, DJ, Chinese Auction, 50/50. Bouncy house, pumpkin painting, dunk tank and rides for the kids. For details, contact: Engine 161/Ladder 81 718-494-4281…