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

Avalanche Shirts - OFFICE OPEN TODAY - 8:00am - 3:00pm 06/28/22 - Denver Firefighters Local 858 Congrats to the Colorado Avalanche! All -T-Shirts ordered are now available.

June 27, 2022: UPFFA of Ct. Donated Miniature Firehouses to Ronald McDonald House Charities 06/27/22 - UPFFA Monday, June 27, 2022:  The Uniformed Professional Fire Fighters Association of Connecticut donated miniature firehouses to the Ronald McDonald House Charities.   [L-R] Robert Smith, DVP - Peter S. Carozza, President - Dick Popilowski, Chief Development Officer at Ronald McDonald House Charities – Louis P. DeMici, Secretary Steven H.

2022 St. Florian Scholarship Application NOW OPEN 06/27/22 - IAFF Local 42 The St. Florian Scholarship Fund Committee is excited to announce that we will begin accepting 2022 Applications on Monday, May 16, 2022 to Friday, July 8, 2022. Please check back during that timeframe to download an application and get it submitted before the deadline.

July Meetings Canceled 06/27/22 - IAFF Local 42

Tuesday, July 26, 2022: Hartford Yard Goats 06/27/22 - UPFFA

Monday Morning Headlines 06/27/22 - Denver Firefighters Local 858 Good Monday Morning, Welcome back, Jocelyn! Congratulations to you and Traver for the newest member of the Nauslar family, Knox!   The Union Office will be open this week Monday - Thursday 8 AM till 12 PM.

Veterans | Post 9/11 Veteran Service Bonus 06/23/22 - IAFF Local 21 The Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs (MDVA) has a long history of awarding service bonuses to Minnesota Veterans who served in America’s wars. Starting in 1919 after World War I, through World War II, the Korean War, Vietnam War, Persian Gulf War, and now the Global War on Terrorism. MDVA recognizes the sacrifices and courage Minnesotans took to defend our country.

Fight For Air Climb 06/22/22 - Suncoast Firefighters Members from West Manatee Fire took to the steps of Raymond James Stadium to raise funds for the American Lung Association. Aaron Reese, Clayton Lease, Frank Agresta, Robert Haygood and Max Pollock along with other area firefighters; dressed in full gear maneuvered 1,377 steps each to promote awareness for the millions of Americans affected by lung disease.

Street Naming Ceremony 06/21/22 - Norwalk Professional Firefighters Street to be named for Chief Sanford W.

Friday Update 6-17-22 06/20/22 - IAFF Local 1014

Monday Morning Headlines 06/20/22 - Denver Firefighters Local 858 T-Shirts Webstore Annual Picnic and Camping Trip

Local 858 Webstore Now Open! 06/19/22 - Denver Firefighters Local 858 Local 858's Webstore is now open! More Avalanche Shirts Ordered- Read article for details.

THANK YOU! 06/19/22 - Lets Fire Cancer "THANK YOU"! Two small words that warrant being repeated often.  Thank you to all of our very generous supporters. YOU have made our mission of supporting established, promising, world class Cancer Research a HUGE SUCCESS! Soon we will be announcing our next Cancer Research grants and we will top over $400,000. raised and donated since our beginning.

IAFF/AFR TA'd CBA VOTE & INFORMATION 06/17/22 - Albuquerque Area Fire Fighters The IAFF Local 244 City Chapter Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) has been tentatively agreed upon as of today, June 17, 2022. We strongly encourage all members to attend/view one of the upcoming scheduled informational meetings for additional information.

Graduation of SPFD Recruit Class 2022 - A 06/17/22 - IAFF Local 21 Saint Paul Firefighters IAFF Local 21 is proud to announce that our 21 newest members will be hitting the streets, some reporting for duty as early as 0800 hours tomorrow morning.  Their graduation is some much needed relief to our frontline that are responding to a record-breaking number of calls for service every day. No rest for the weary.

Roy Reed Funeral 06/17/22 - Kansas State Council of Fire Fighters Roy Reed passed away on June 15th.  His services will be held on June 22nd at Porters Funeral Home in Lenexa.   Visitation starts at 0930 and ends at 1030.  The funeral will follow.   The funeral home is at 8535 Monrovia, Lenexa Kansas.

Trustee 1 Candidates Notice of Election 06/16/22 - Palm Beach County Fire Fighters Employee Benefits Fund Voting for the position of Trustee #1 will commence on the morning of June 27th and end at 5pm on July 1st. Donald Keltner         Bradley LaBar     Click on a name to review Resume

Benefits Fund "NEW" Trustee 8 06/16/22 - Palm Beach County Fire Fighters Employee Benefits Fund Congratulations to Traci Moore for winning the Trustee 8 Position

June 15, 2022: UPFFA of Ct. presents the IAFF Charter to Groton Telecommunicators, Local 5378 06/15/22 - UPFFA UPFFA of Ct., presents the IAFF Charter to the Groton Telecommunicators, Local 5378, IAFF our newest affiliate, during its delegate meeting in Waterbury on Wednesday, June 15, 2022 [Left to Right: Steve Michalovic, Treasurer, UPFFA, Michael White, Member L-5378, Nanthan Kannas, Pres., Local 5378, Peter Carozza, Pres.

John Barker Endorsement 06/14/22 - Kansas State Council of Fire Fighters Kansas State Representative John Barker endorsement for Distict 70.

County Chapter MOU ‘Non-Recurring Compensation’ was approved by membership 06/14/22 - Albuquerque Area Fire Fighters The County Chapter Non-Recurring Compensation MOU was approved, pursuant to Article II, Section 2 Contract Vote/Ratification & Section 4 Memorandums of Understanding of the Constitution & Bylaws at the Special Meeting which was held on June 13, 2022. The signed Non-Recurring Compensation MOU can be viewed in the member’s area under the 'Contracts' tab.

RJ Frascone Retirement 06/14/22 - IAFF Local 21 Medical Director, Friend and Mentor to many Saint Paul Fire Department members over the years, will be celebrated on Wednesday, June 15, 2022.  Join us on the Green Roof at Saint Paul Fire Department HQ from 11am - 1pm.  Enjoy stories and wish RJ well in his retirement.

UPFFA of Ct. 2022 George Crowley Memorial Scholarship Recipients 06/13/22 - UPFFA The Uniformed Professional Fire Fighters Association of Connecticut is pleased to announce the 2022 Scholarship Recipients  2022 George Crowley Memorial Scholarship Joseph A. Barbagallo, Hartford, Local 760, IAFF Angelina S. Furano, Ridgefield, Local 1739, IAFF Liam O’Connell, Stamford, Local 786, IAFF Alyssa M.

Welcome 06/13/22 - IAFF Local 4645 Welcome to the new IAFF Local 4645 website. The main function will be to establish a central avenue for all members to access information, vote on proposals, and enhance the capabilities of our operations. Articles will be posted as applicable (i.e. Bylaws, contracts, proposals, updates). Please take time to set up your account information and become familiar with the site. Thank you.

Monday Morning Headlines 06/12/22 - Denver Firefighters Local 858 City Council Endorsements Local 858 Car Show Local 858 Annual Picnic and Camping Trip Save the Date - Ryder Cup

***Dues Increase*** 06/11/22 - Newport News Firefighter's Association Our recent voting has concluded and the selected new dues will be $40.00/month. This will start for July Dues. Please adjust your payment accordingly.   If you use the Credit Union, you will have to go in person to have the adjustment made, as there will be new paperwork forms to fill out.

2022 MDA Fill the Boot 06/11/22 - Newport News Firefighter's Association 2022 Fill the Boot dates will be September 16, 17, & 18th!!! 0900-1700!! This will be over a fri, sat, Sunday and will be at the previous 2 locations (Tech Center and Jefferson Commons). We are working on partnering with NNFD again this year, and are looking for committed volunteers to help run the two sites each day. Please contact Sam Johnson with any questions or to volunteer.

Friday Update 6-10-22 06/10/22 - IAFF Local 1014

Windridge Cir. Structure Fire 06/09/22 - South Metro Firefighters IAFF LOCAL 2086 Wednesday, June 8, 2022 – 7:19 p.m., Local members were dispatched to a home, near E. Wildcat Reserve Pkwy and Poston Pkwy in Littleton, after a resident saw a fire in their neighbor’s backyard. Initial 9-1-1 callers thought the fire was coming from a grill and could be extending towards the home.

2022 | Frontline Worker Pay Applications Are Now Open 06/09/22 - IAFF Local 21 The Frontline Worker Pay application is now open! The application will be open from June 8 through July 22, 2022. Eligible workers will have 45 days to apply for Frontline Worker Pay.  The 45-day application period will be followed by a 15-day period to allow for appeals from those whose applications were denied.

The Connecticut Essential Workers COVID-19 Assistance Fund 06/07/22 - UPFFA The Connecticut Essential Workers COVID-19 Assistance Fund, authorized by the legislature last year, was launched in January to help ease the financial burden for essential workers who lived in Connecticut, contracted COVID-19, became ill and were unable to work, or died, between March 10, 2020 and July 20, 2021.

2022 MPFF Convention Credentials Form 06/07/22 - Minnesota Professional Fire Fighters @media only screen and (max-width: 730px){ .pdfview{height:500px .

MPFF 2022 MALTS & Convention Registration 06/07/22 - Minnesota Professional Fire Fighters MPFF Convention and MALTS Registration link. Greetings to all Union Officers. We will be trying something new this year to register for Convention and MALTS. Below is a Google link that will allow you to fill out the registration form on any device. Once filled out your information  will be sent directly to me at the MPFF office.

June 17, 2022 | Local 21 Picnic at Battle Creek Pavilion 06/07/22 - IAFF Local 21 VOLUNTEERS NEEDED DAY OF TO ASSIST, CONTACT THAD ALBERT 612.877.

Friday Update 6-3-22 06/06/22 - IAFF Local 1014

County Chapter Special Meeting to approve MOU between IAFF Local 244 and Bernalillo County reference the ‘Non-Recurring Compensation’ MOU 06/05/22 - Albuquerque Area Fire Fighters Attention County Chapter Members: A County Chapter Special Meeting is scheduled for Monday, June 13, 2022 at 10:00a.m. at the Union Hall in accordance with Article II, Section 4 & Article V, Section 6 of the IAFF Local 244 Constitution & By-Laws. The purpose of this meeting will be for membership approval of the IAFF 244/BernCo Non-Recurring Compensation MOU.

Wolhurst Structure Fire 06/04/22 - South Metro Firefighters IAFF LOCAL 2086 Friday, June 3, 2022 - Just after 4 a.m., Local members responded to multiple reports of a mobile home fire near C-470 and Santa Fe in Littleton. Upon arrival, members found heavy fire conditions and had concerns that the fire may have extended towards neighboring homes. Members quickly pulled hose lines for fire attack while simultaneously searching the home for any people that may be trapped.

Birth Announcement 06/04/22 - International Association of Firefighters IAFF Local F147 would like to congratulate one of our own Fire Inspector Butler and his wife on the birth of his son Frank Edmund Butler Born 6/2/22 @ 0841.

IAFF 56th Convention Delegate Elections 06/04/22 - Denver Firefighters Local 858 Good morning,  I want to thank all of the nominees on behalf of the membership for stepping up and running for an IAFF Convention Delegate.

Center of Excellence June Webinars 06/03/22 - UPFFA The IAFF Center of Excellence for Behavioral Health Treatment and Recovery is hosting an online education series for IAFF members, other first responders, healthcare providers, clinicians and the community at large. Upcoming June webinars include: Supporting Fire Fighter Families  Thursday, June 9 | 12:00 p.m.

MDA GOLF OUTING 06/03/22 - Cambridge Fire Fighters

120 Day Nomination Notice for Office 06/03/22 - Minnesota Professional Fire Fighters @media only screen and (max-width: 730px){ .pdfview{height:500px .

Need Players for Basketball Game 06/02/22 - IAFF Local 274 We need basketball players for this game on June 4th.Contact Brother Clampet or Brother Washington if able to play

Reading Local 1803 5k Charity Run 06/01/22 - PPFFA Reading Local 1803 is hosting a Charity 5k Run on October 22, 2022.

2022 Northeast Golf Tournament 06/01/22 - PPFFA The 2022 Northeast Golf Tournament will be hosted by Scranrton Local 60 on September 7, 2022.  Please see attached forms for sign-up and sponsorship information.

Honorary Membership Info 06/01/22 - Albuquerque Area Fire Fighters June 1, 2022 Attention Local 244 Members, Brother Jeremy Polk has made the formal request for consideration and vote for Honorary Membership for Kelly Silvis, by way of a motion during the May 18, 2022, Executive Board Meeting. Per the Constitution & Bylaws Article III, Section 9.

City Council Elections 06/01/22 - Denver Firefighters Local 858 Over the last few months, we have been updating you on the City Council races in Denver that will be occurring in April of 2023. We stated that endorsements will be done in waves and will be brought to the membership for final approval.