Current news directly from IAFF locals, councils, and state/province associations in the US and Canada.

35th IAFF Fallen Fire Fighter Memorial 09/18/21 - PFFMaine Registration for the 35th IAFF Fallen Fire Fighter Memorial, scheduled for September 18, 2021, is now open.

St. Paul Local 21 Golf Outing for MDA on August 16th 06/22/21 - Minnesota Professional Fire Fighters Message from Elizabeth Nelson I hope you are having a good start to the week. I wanted to forward along the information for the annual St. Paul Local 21 Golf Outing for MDA on August 16th. We hope you can join us for some fun and raising money for a great cause. The registration information is attached and I have also copied Sam from St. Paul in case you have any questions.

First Responders Blood Drive 06/21/21 - IAFF 1826 The Blood Drive will be at the Union Hall.   12651 McGregor Blvd.

Friday Update 6-18-21 06/18/21 - IAFF Local 1014

Brother Tory Carlon Memorial Service 06/18/21 - IAFF Local 1014

Plane Crash and Multiple Extrications 06/18/21 - South Metro Firefighters IAFF LOCAL 2086 June 16 - 17, 2021 - Although Local members are always hard at work, some shifts are busier than others. Local members work 48-hour shifts.

Back to Back Structure Fires 06/18/21 - South Metro Firefighters IAFF LOCAL 2086 June 14th - The afternoon was busy for both Local 2086 and 1309 members, battling multiple fires including a garage fire and a commercial fire back-to-back. The garage fire was located near W. Geddes Place and W. Glasgow Place in Jefferson County.

Lewisburg Local 4917 06/17/21 - PPFFA Local 4917 Lewisburg's 2016-2021 CBA along with their 2021-2023 Contract MOU/extension have been added to the contract section of the website.

Livonia First Responders Foundation 06/17/21 - IAFF Local 1164 Livonia Police Department's Chief Caid, Livonia Fire & Rescue's Chief Heavener and AlphaUSA's Chuck Dardas talked about the new Livonia First Responders Foundation. Watch the interview with Dan West, President of the Livonia Chamber of Commerce. Tickets are available at the Chamber, Livonia Parks and Recreation and the Treasurer's Office at City Hall! https://fb.

Benevolent Fund & TV Fund Deductions 06/16/21 - Albuquerque Area Fire Fighters Attention Members: Be advised, deductions for Benevolent and TV Fund will be deducted next month (July 2021) in accordance with Article IV, Section 6 and Section 10 of the IAFF Local 244 Constitution & Bylaws.  City Chapter Members: Please be advised that deductions for Benevolent Fund and TV Fund are scheduled to come out during the first pay period in July 2021.

2021 IAFF Fallen Fire Fighter Memorial 06/15/21 - Southern Federation of Professional Fire Fighters September 18, 2021 • ? Colorado Springs, Colorado We strongly recommend that all participants be fully vaccinated to attend. If you are not vaccinated, we strongly recommend that you wear a mask and socially distance.

July 11, 2021: Tommy Fund New Haven Pizza Challenge 06/14/21 - UPFFA

2021 UPFFA of Ct. Scholarship Recipients 06/14/21 - UPFFA The Uniformed Professional Fire Fighters Association of Connecticut is pleased to announce the 2021 Scholarship Recipients  2021 Michael C. Osiecki Memorial Scholarship Kelsey J. Matthews, New Britain, Local 992, IAFF  2021 George Crowley Memorial Scholarship Ethan J. Edmondson, Fairfield, Local 1426, IAFF Cassandra G.

2021 St. Florian Scholarship Fund Application: NOW OPEN 06/14/21 - IAFF Local 42 The St. Florian Scholarship Fund is now accepting applications for (2021) and are accepting applications thru Friday, August 6, 2021 at 4:00 PM.  Application can be submitted by one of these three (3) following methods: Return via US Mail postmarked by August 6, 2021 to IAFF Local 42, 6320 Manchester Ave.

Teton Ct. Structure Fire 06/12/21 - South Metro Firefighters IAFF LOCAL 2086 June 11, 2021 - 5:13 a.m. SMFR's 9-1-1 Dispatch Center received a call for a fire that was in the backyard of a residence near Lincoln Ave and Lone Tree Parkway. When District Chief 1 arrived on scene, he confirmed that it was a working structure fire viewing fire both on the primary home and extending into a secondary home.

Car accident on Parker Street in Springfield 06/11/21 - IAFF Local 648 Car accident on Parker Street in Springfield HAMPDEN COUNTY by: WWLP Digital First Posted: Jun 11, 2021 / 12:12 PM EDT / Updated: Jun 11, 2021 / 12:12 PM EDT (Photo: Springfield FD) SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) – Crews from the fire department responded to a motor vehicle accident on Parker Street in Springfield Friday.

Fox 13 News- Venice EMS 06/10/21 - Suncoast Firefighters

Friday Update 6-4-21 06/09/21 - IAFF Local 1014

Memorial Sunday 06/09/21 - IAFF Somerville Fire Local 76 Memorial Sunday will be held on June 13th at 9 am. Uniform of the day is Class A with white gloves and no mourning band. Arrive 15 minutes early for formation. Please make every effort to attend.

2021 Columbia Firefighters Annual Golf Tournament 06/09/21 - Missouri State Council of Fire Fighters

Denver Fire Fighters Scholarship Fund 06/09/21 - Denver Firefighters Local 858 Denver Firefighter’s Scholarship Fund 2021 Denver Fire Scholarship – DEADLINE JULY 1 The Denver Fire Department Foundation and Burg Simpson are pleased to announce the 2021 Denver Fire Scholarship. We will award one $1,500 scholarship to a qualifying student who is the child of an active or retired Denver firefighter.

MINNESOTA PROFESSIONAL FIRE FIGHTERS STATE CONVENTION 06/09/21 - Minnesota Professional Fire Fighters 6 Convention flyer 2021 F.

United Way of Charlotte County Award 06/09/21 - Suncoast Firefighters

2021 GOLF TOURNAMENT 06/08/21 - IAFF Local 4381 Columbia Firefighters Association is hosting it’s first annual golf tournament on August 14th at Stoneybrook Golf Course in Columbia! Gates open at 7am, tee time will be 8am. Prizes available! We have availabilities and are currently looking for hole sponsors. See flyer for more details.

South Platte Canyon Rd. Structure Fire 06/08/21 - South Metro Firefighters IAFF LOCAL 2086 June 7, 2021 – Just before noon, on Monday, Local members responded to reports of smoke showing in the area of South Platte Canyon Road and West Mineral Avenue. BC1 confirmed seeing the smoke plume and upgraded the response to a confirmed structure fire.

Response to KC Star Regarding Local 42 CBA 06/07/21 - IAFF Local 42

2021 Guns N Hoses Event 06/07/21 - IAFF Local 42 2021 Guns N Hoses Charity Boxing Event This years event will be held on August 7, 2021 at Municipal Auditorium at 6:30 PM.  Please mark your calendar and an Event Flier is forthcoming.  You can purchase tickets NOW ONLINE.

Monday Morning Headlines 06/06/21 - Denver Firefighters Local 858 Monday Morning Headlines  Collective Bargaining 6/7 & 6/8 Save the Date 8/5 - 8/8 Save the Date 8/22

Fire destroys garage in Springfield 06/05/21 - IAFF Local 648 Fire destroys garage in Springfield HAMPDEN COUNTY by: Nancy Asiamah Posted: Jun 4, 2021 / 12:02 AM EDT / Updated: Jun 4, 2021 / 12:02 AM EDT SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) – A garage on Laurelton Street in Springfield was completely destroyed in a fire Thursday evening.

Worker trapped after porch collapsed in Springfield 06/03/21 - IAFF Local 648 Worker trapped after porch collapsed in Springfield HAMPDEN COUNTY by: WWLP Digital First Posted: Jun 2, 2021 / 03:00 PM EDT / Updated: Jun 2, 2021 / 06:59 PM EDT SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) – Crews from the Springfield Fire Department were called for a porch that collapsed Wednesday afternoon.

E-bike battery caused Springfield apartment fire 06/03/21 - IAFF Local 648 E-bike battery caused Springfield apartment fire HAMPDEN COUNTY by: Tony Fay Posted: Jun 3, 2021 / 05:32 AM EDT / Updated: Jun 3, 2021 / 09:26 AM EDT SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) – An overheated electric bike battery is being blamed for a fire at an apartment in Springfield’s Six Corners neighborhood Wednesday night.

County CBA (compensation) Tally Results 06/02/21 - Albuquerque Area Fire Fighters The County CBA Contract results are in.

Information Session and Union Meeting TODAY 06/02/21 - Denver Firefighters Local 858 Union Meeting and Information Session  The Union Meeting will be held TODAY, Thursday, June 3 at 8:30 am. The Union Meeting will be held in the Event Center and all are welcome.  There will be a ZOOM Information Session at the start of the meeting for members on duty and those unable to attend. Please click on the links below to register for the ZOOM Information Meeting.

PPFFA Act 17 (COVID) H&L/Worker's Comp Zoom Presentation 06/02/21 - PPFFA The link to May's Zoom presentation conducted by Attorney Michael Dryden on Heart and Lung/Worker's Comp issues regarding Act 17 (COVID), is now available in the member's section of the website.

Celebrating PRIDE Month 05/31/21 - IAFF Local 21 Local 21 is proud to recognize the diversity in our union and celebrates our LGBTQ members.  We encourage everyone to continue to raise awareness and take positive steps towards an inclusive culture.

8.16.2021 | L21 x MDA Golf Tournament 05/31/21 - IAFF Local 21 Save the date!  Monday, August 16th, 2021! The Fill the Boot Golf Classic returns.  Gather your friends and come join IAFF Local 21 and the MDA in raising funds for Muscular Dystrophy research and programs. More information and event registration will be available soon.  Questions and inquiries may be directed to the Local 21 MDA Coordinator, Sam Severtsgaard, Engine Co.

South Waco Way Structure Fire 05/31/21 - South Metro Firefighters IAFF LOCAL 2086 At 10:59 a.m. on Saturday May 29, 2021, Local members responded to several reports of a house fire in the 6600 block of South Waco Way in Arapahoe County. Members observed a plume of smoke in the air while responding and upon arrival they found a shed fire extending into the garage and adjacent home.

Meeting Notice | June 2021 05/31/21 - IAFF Local 21

Memorial Day 2021 | Thank You 05/31/21 - IAFF Local 21 This Memorial Day, Saint Paul Firefighters IAFF Local 21 honors our military members and those in Public Service who have made the ultimate sacrifice.  Thank you.

Local 21 Regrets to Announce the Passing of Retired Captain Rudy Thell 05/31/21 - IAFF Local 21 Local 21 regrets to announce the passing of retired Fire Captain Rudolph G. “Rudy” Thell. Captain Rudy Thell started with the Saint Paul Fire Department on January 1, 1954 and retired in 1991. Rudy became a Paramedic in the mid 1970s and was assigned as Fire Captain of Engine 24 on the C Shift for a large part of his career.

Monday Morning Headlines 05/30/21 - Denver Firefighters Local 858 Good Monday Morning Memorial Day 5/31 - Union Office Closed Information Session and Union Meeting 6/2 and 6/3 Collective Bargaining City Meetings 6/3 & 6/4 Fishing Derby 8/19

Notice of for Office 05/30/21 - Minnesota Professional Fire Fighters

Water Safety 05/28/21 - IAFF Local 902 Nearly 75% of drownings involving children happen at home — a sobering statistic, and one that is more relevant than ever this summer. While a small pool is a great way to beat the heat, fire fighters and emergency medical responders are urging homeowners to practice simple safety rules to avoid a tragedy.

Friday Update 5-28-21 05/28/21 - IAFF Local 1014

Local 21 Regrets to Announce the Passing of Retired FEO John Kowalski 05/27/21 - IAFF Local 21 Local 21 regrets to announce the passing of retired Fire Equipment Operator John Kowalski. FEO John “Jake” Kowalski started with the Saint Paul Fire Department on April 16, 1963 and retired in the early 1990’s.  John spent most of his career assigned to Engine Company 01 on the A Shift as FEO. John also served as IAFF Local 21 Treasurer in the 1980’s.

2021 | Memorial Day Service 05/25/21 - IAFF Local 21 Saint Paul Firefighters IAFF Local 21 will be hosting a Memorial Day service at Oakland Cemetery in Saint Paul on Saturday, May 29th, 2021 at 8:30am. Please join us as we honor and remember our fellow firefighters who have passed away.

County Chapter TA'd CBA Informational Meetings & Voting 05/23/21 - Albuquerque Area Fire Fighters Bernalillo County Local 244 members, Our negotiation team has reached a tentative agreement with management in regard to our Collective Bargaining Agreement. As you know, the circumstances of this past year have been challenging for all. Everyone is still in the recovering phase of this COVID pandemic. This portion of negotiations was just for compensation articles.