Current news directly from IAFF locals, councils, and state/province associations
in the US and Canada.
CFRA SOLICITING
09/19/19 - Cambridge Fire Fighters
Be advised:
Eastern Advertising will be soliciting over the next few weeks on behalf of the Cambridge Firefighter's Relief Association. |
Lieutenant Promotion
09/18/19 - IAFF Local 801
Congratulations to our newest Lieutenant Joseph Stabile. He will be moving from D group to B group. Lt. Stabile was sworn in on Monday, September 9th 2019 in Council Chambers. |
Avalanche Hockey!
09/18/19 - Denver Firefighters Local 858
Good afternoon to all,
We have opening night Colorado Avalanche tickets available, the Avs host the Calgary Flames in a rematch of the butt whooping we gave them in the playoffs. Opening night is Thursday October 3rd, and $10 from every ticket sold goes back to the CPFF Foundation, that’s what we call a Win/Win. |
7th Annual Charity Golf Tournament
09/18/19 - IAFF 1826
To all Local 1826 Members,
Please see attachment containing information on this Charity Golf Tournament, September 28th, 2019. |
Local 1826 Field Rep. Election
09/18/19 - IAFF 1826
To all Local 1826 Members,
Please see attachment containing information on Dates, Times, and Candidates for the position of Local 1826 Field Representative. |
IAFF Financial Corporation
09/17/19 - IAFF Local 1403
The IAFF-Financial Corporation is now working with Security Benefit Life Insurance Company to help Fire Fighters provide a supplemental income for their families in the future. There are many challenges to consider when preparing for retirement, such as, income stream, the retirement gap, cost-of-living and market performance. |
Hillridge Place Structure Fire
09/17/19 - South Metro Firefighters IAFF LOCAL 2086
At 8:29 a.m. on Tuesday September 17, 2019, Local members responded to 6810 Hillridge Place in The Pinery after a neighbor saw smoke and called 911. First arriving Engine 43 observed smoke coming from the eaves of the home and upgraded the response to a working structure fire. |
MDA Fundraiser
09/17/19 - Longmont Professional Fire Fighters Association - IAFF Local 1806
Please join us for the MDA fundraiser@ Collision Brewing Friday, Sept. 20th 4-9PM. See flyer for more information. |
Lt. Hamill Retirement
09/16/19 - South Metro Firefighters IAFF LOCAL 2086
Congratulations to Lieutenant Hamill who celebrated his last shift ceremony at Firehouse 43 in The Pinery on Sunday, marking his retirement after 24 years serving the South Metro community. Enjoy your retirement!
https://www.southmetro. |
Standard Life Insurance
09/16/19 - IAFF Local 1403
Open enrollment for Union Life Insurance will be October 7-18 . You can increase your coverage by 30K with no questions asked. If you would like to increase it over the 30K you would have to do a medical screening. You can come in anytime from 7am – 3pm or you can fill out the form attached and email it claudine.buzzo@local1403.org or fax it back 305-591-9654. |
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Local 858 & Local 1604 fundraiser this Wednesday
09/16/19 - Denver Firefighters Local 858
Good morning,
Please come out and join us @ the historic Woodie Fisher kitchen and bar this Wednesday night @ 5pm as we welcome bicycle riders from the Seattle area and Local 1604. Our brothers from the northwest are riding their bikes to the Fallen Firefighter Memorial in Colorado Springs this weekend and are raising money for the Gary Sinise Foundation. |
2020 FLSA Schedule
09/13/19 - IAFF Local 21
The 2020 FLSA Schedule has been posted under the Payroll Resources tab under Members Resources on the left margin. |
Friday Update 9-13-19
09/13/19 - IAFF Local 1014
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SD Fire-Rescue Foundation 5K and Kids Run
09/12/19 - IAFF Local 2180
To All San Diego County Firefighters,
The San Diego Fire Rescue Foundation is offering all San Diego County Firefighters an opportunity to represent their agency and the fire service with a 100% free entry to all first responders running/walking in turnouts (no liner and running shoes is recommended) at the San Diego Fire Rescue Foundation’s 5k and Kids Run on Saturday October 5,, 2019. |
2019 Police and Fire Charity Ball
09/12/19 - IAFF Local 311
Tickets are on sale now!!! Make sure to get your tickets ASAP you won't want to miss out on dueling pianos, a petting zoo, raffles, auctions, dinner, dancing... need I say more?? Oh.... and all the proceeds go to the Dane County Humane Society :)
https://2019policeandfireball.eventbrite. |
2020 Open Enrollment
09/12/19 - IAFF Local 1403
The 2020 Active Employee Open Enroll ment period is scheduled commencing Monday, October 7th and ending on Friday October 18th. THis is the only time of the year to make medical, dental, and vision plan changes and dependent changes. NO CHANGES = NO PAPERWORK TO SUBMIT.
If you need to make changes read the attached document for further instructions. |
September 3, 2019 - UPFFA Delegates Meeting, Hosted by East Hartford Fire Fighters, Local 1548
09/11/19 - UPFFA
Matt Flor, Pres., East Hartford Fire Fighters, Local 1548
John Oates, Fire Chief, East Hartford Fire Dept.
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[L-R] Jen Morgan, Joseph Bowman
Tommy Fund
Jay Tolisano - Cross Country Mortgages
UPFFA DVP Kurt Vogt Swearing-in UPFFA Elected Officers:
[L-R] Jason Diaz, Dist. |
Astoria Ct. Structure Fire
09/11/19 - South Metro Firefighters IAFF LOCAL 2086
At 3:21 a.m. on September 11th, an observant neighbor called 911 after they noticed smoke and an orange glow coming from a home on Astoria Court in Lone Tree. When members arrived, they encountered heavy smoke in the area and confirmed that an enclosed deck attached to the home was burning. |
County PERA Board election
09/11/19 - Albuquerque Area Fire Fighters
County Brothers & Sisters,
Please remember to vote for Shirley M. Ragin for PERA Board. |
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Passing of Br. Granton
09/10/19 - Norwalk Professional Firefighters
It is with a heavy heart that Norwalk Firefighters Association Local 830 announces the passing of Brother Jesse C. Granton. Br. Granton passed unexpectedly in his home on Friday September 6th, 2019 at 37 years old. Jesse joined the Norwalk Fire Department in 2011, and was promoted to the position of Fire Inspector in 2018. During hes tenure, Br. |
Captain Hager Rememberance
09/10/19 - South Metro Firefighters IAFF LOCAL 2086
30 years ago on September 10, 1989, Captain John Hager died in the line of duty while battling a building fire at 5119 S. Yosemite St. in Greenwood Village. Today Captain Hager's family and friends joined South Metro Fire Rescue for a remembrance ceremony at the SMFR Fallen Firefighters Memorial. |
2019 MSCFF Convention Report
09/10/19 - Missouri State Council of Fire Fighters
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Trial Schedule Change Committee Selected
09/10/19 - IAFF Local 1014
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Official Arrangements For Jesse C. Granton - Norwalk Fire Fighters Association, IAFF, Local 830
09/10/19 - UPFFA
Norwalk Fire Fighters Association, IAFF, Local 830
It is with great sadness that the Norwalk Firefighters Association, IAFF Local 830 announces the passing our Brother Jessie Granton. Brother Granton passed away unexpectedly at his home on Friday September 6, 2019.
Please keep Brother Granton and his family in your thoughts and prayers. |
MDFR Retirement Recon
09/10/19 - IAFF Local 1403
Hello Again,
After a nearly three year haitus, I finally found my way back to you with a new, and hopefully improved method of delivery - a video blog called MDFR Retirement Recon. I intend to produce one video every couple of months to provide useful information to help you with your retirement planning.
The topic this month is Health Insurance Subsidies. |
Sunday, September 8, 2019: Ct. United Ride
09/09/19 - UPFFA
Sunday, September 8, 2019: Ct. United Ride
Fred Garrity, Dir., Ct. United Ride recognized and presented a plaque to Captain Anthony Duff from the Ct. United Ride and Uniformed Professional Fire Fighters Association of Connecticut.
While off-duty Captain Duff witnessed two suspects were in a shootout, Captain Duff was wounded when he intervened to stop the suspects. |
Livonia Firefighters Endorsements.
09/09/19 - IAFF Local 1164
Livonia Citizens we are proud to say the Livonia Firefighters Union has endorsed Maureen Miller Brosnan for Mayor! She has pledged to make public safety a top priority. We are currently at a tipping point in staffing and safety. Her influence and experience will right the ship. |
2019 PFFWV Fall Training Summit
09/09/19 - Professional Fire Fighters of West Virginia
The 2019 biennial PFFWV Fall Training Summit will be held October 15th-17th in Weirton, WV.
To register for this important training opportunity, please click on the following link.
https://www.surveymonkey. |
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Retired Firefighter George Radle’s Celebration Of Life
09/08/19 - IAFF Local 21
Retired Firefighter George Radle’s celebration of life will be held at Mancini's in St. Paul from 1 to 4 pm on September 10. Firefighter Radle passed away on August 22, 2019. |
IAFF Local 42 Implements New Mental Health Program
09/08/19 - IAFF Local 42
First Responders (Police, Fire & EMS) across our country have seen an increase in shootings, and mass casualty events which results larger numbers of victims who are injured or have died as a result of their wounds.
Here in Kansas City, MO the number of homicides so far this year has surpassed 100. |
Fire Ops 101
09/08/19 - Denver Firefighters Local 858
Denver Firefighters Local 858 will be hosting Fire Ops 101, and we need your help. Click Here to Sign -Up.
You might ask what Fire Ops 101 is, this provides elected and appointed officials and the media with a hands-on opportunity to better understand the complexities of what you do on a daily basis. |
Notice of Elections
09/08/19 - IAFF Local 1403
Nominations for President, 2nd Vice-President, Secretary, and 7 Executive Board positions will be accepted from the floor on September 24th, 2019 prior to the Union Meeting from 12:00 PM to 12:20 PM. |
MDA DRIVE
09/08/19 - New London Fire Fighters
The New London Firefighters are gearing up for their annual fill the boot campaign. The NLFD will be collecting donations benefiting people with Muscular Dystrophy every Friday from 2-4pm in September in front of Fire Headquarters on Bank street and in front of the North Station on Broad st. Look out for the boot drive and give what you can for this great cause. |
Boston Fire Local 718 Liar’s Club annual Vendome Memorial Breakfast.
09/08/19 - Boston Fire Fighters
Local 718 Treasurer Joe Quinn-PFFM President Richard MacKinnon Jr.- IAFF Secretary Treasurer Edward Kelly-Local 718 President Robert Petitti and Vice President John Sarro at Boston Fire Local 718 Liar’s Club annual Vendome Memorial Breakfast. |
South Clayton Structure Fire
09/06/19 - South Metro Firefighters IAFF LOCAL 2086
At 4:26 p.m. on September 6th during a widespread severe weather event over South Metro’s District, Local members responded to a home struck by lightning in Centennial. When members arrived at 7947 S. Clayton Circle, they observed smoke coming from the eaves and a roof vent. |
Yosemite St. Flooding
09/06/19 - South Metro Firefighters IAFF LOCAL 2086
At 4:02 p.m. on September 6th while portions of South Metro’s District were under simultaneous Tornado, Flash Flood and Severe Thunderstorm warnings, members were dispatched to an occupied vehicle stranded in high water at East Phillips Avenue and South Niagara Way in Centennial. |
Poker Run Information
09/06/19 - IAFF Local 2866
2019 Firefighters Poker Run
Cost $25 per hand (unlimited amount of hands per person)
Extra Cards $5 (limit 2 cards per hand)
Must be bought at the starting point
Route is approx. |
Save The Date: Safety Stand Down
09/06/19 - IAFF Local 1014
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Local 21 Regrets To Announce The Passing Of Retired FEO Kenneth Brisbois
09/05/19 - IAFF Local 21
Local 21 regrets to announce the passing of Retired FEO Kenneth Brisbois. FEO Brisbois passed away on Monday September 2, 2019. FEO Brisbois started with the Saint Paul Fire Department on April 20, 1968 and retired on December 24, 1993.
Private family services will be held at a later date. |
Saginaw Fire Fighters Local 102 Golf Outing
09/05/19 - MPFFU
Saginaw Firefighters local 102 Annual Golf Outing! September 14th. It’s time for our Annual Golf Outing! If you haven’t signed up yet there is still plenty of room! Enjoy 18 holes with a cart, lunch, dinner, and great prizes for the raffle! Pricing is $75 per player. Longest drive, closest to the pin, 50/50 raffle. |
Will for Heroes
09/05/19 - IAFF Local 51
Do you have a will? Need one?
This legal clinic will get you started.
El Paso Asociation of Legal Professionals and
El Paso Probate Bar Association
Present
Wills for Heroes Legal Clinic:
The Wills for Heroes legal clinic will provide essential legal documents to first responders, including wills, living wills, and two powers of attorney. |
Yosemite St. Structure Fire
09/04/19 - South Metro Firefighters IAFF LOCAL 2086
At 7:12 p.m. on Monay September 2nd, residents at an apartment complex in the 9000 block of S. Yosemite Street in Lone Tree called 911 to report flames and visible smoke coming out of an apartment unit. Quick actions by neighbors with fire extinguishers helped put this fire out and allowed for residents to evacuate with their pets. |
Services for Firefighter/Paramedic Tom Harrigan
09/04/19 - IAFF Local 21
Services for Firefighter/Paramedic Tom Harrigan
Visitation:
Wednesday, September 11, 2019 from 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
O’Halloran & Murphy
575 S. Snelling Ave
Saint Paul, MN 551166
http://www.ohalloranmurphy. |
Peakview Place Structure Fire
09/04/19 - South Metro Firefighters IAFF LOCAL 2086
At 5:27 p.m. on Monday September 2nd multiple residents living in the 5200 block of E. Peakview Place in Centennial called 911 reporting their neighbor's house on fire. When members arrived on scene they found a propane tank attached to a BBQ grill in the back of the house on fire. |
MDA Fill the Boot 2019 Photos
09/04/19 - Newport News Firefighter's Association
Check out the new Photo Gallery add! Photo credits to Wayne Berry Photography! More to be added soon! If you have any please send them to Sam Johnson to be added. |
IAFF Local 4945 Charity Golf Tournament for Valor Ranch
09/04/19 - Missouri State Council of Fire Fighters
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THANK YOU to our Convention Sponsors
09/04/19 - Missouri State Council of Fire Fighters
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