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

Springfield Arson and Bomb squad investigating fire on Belmont Avenue 01/25/22 - IAFF Local 648 Springfield Arson and Bomb squad investigating fire on Belmont Avenue HAMPDEN COUNTY by: Nick DeGray Posted: Jan 24, 2022 / 04:56 PM EST / Updated: Jan 24, 2022 / 10:38 PM EST SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) – Springfield firefighters put out a fire Monday afternoon on 61 Belmont Avenue.

Firefighters and police called to fire on Parkerview Street in Springfield 01/25/22 - IAFF Local 648 Firefighters and police called to fire on Parkerview Street in Springfield LOCAL NEWS by: Ashley Shook Posted: Jan 25, 2022 / 09:57 AM EST / Updated: Jan 25, 2022 / 10:22 AM EST 22News SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) – Crews put out a fire on Parkerview Street in Springfield Tuesday morning.

New Legislation Amending the Public Safety Officers Death Benefit 01/24/22 - Detroit Fire Fighters Association Michigan has passed NEW legislation amending the Public Officers Death Benefit.  It allows for children of public safety officers who are killed in the line of duty to have higher education be paid for by the state, regardless of income.  THE LINK PROVIDES ALL THE INFORMATION YOU NEED TO APPLY INCLUDING A CONTACT TO CALL IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS. https://www.michigan.

New Legislation Amending the Cancer Presumption Bill 01/24/22 - Detroit Fire Fighters Association Michigan has passed NEW legislation amending the cancer presumption bill.  These changes are positive and include different types of cancer and who may be eligible for the benefit.  Please use the attached link to review the changes.  THE LINK PROVIDES ALL THE INFORMATION YOU NEED TO APPLY INCLUDING A CONTACT TO CALL IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS. https://www.michigan.

February Meeting Notice 01/24/22 - IAFF Local 42

51st Biennial MSCFF Convention 01/24/22 - Missouri State Council of Fire Fighters

Monday Morning Headlines 01/23/22 - Denver Firefighters Local 858 CPFF Meeting 1/24 Community Education Fund Meetings - 1/25 & 1/27 Manny Lopez - Fight Night - 1/28 Fire Fighter Ski Races 2/28 - 3/3 Great Balls of Fire Tournament 2/28

Saint Paul Fire Department Yearbooks 01/23/22 - IAFF Local 21 From Deputy Chief Hohertz: If you ordered a yearbook – it can be picked up at Saint Paul Fire Department Headquarters during regular business hours.  If you are unsure about your order, you can check with Deputy Chief Hohertz or Chanel Rockymore. If you are interested in purchasing an album, use the link below by January 31, 2022.

Friday Update 1-21-22 01/21/22 - IAFF Local 1014

Friday Update 1-14-22 01/21/22 - IAFF Local 1014

FY2021 Fire Prevention & Safety Grant Application 01/18/22 - UPFFA The FY 2021 Fire Prevention and Safety (FP&S) grant application period is now open and will close on Friday, February 18. Start your application today by reviewing the FY 2021 Fire Prevention and Safety Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) and associated guidance documents.

Collective Bargaining Update 01/18/22 - Newport News Firefighter's Association @media only screen and (max-width: 730px){ .pdfview{height:500px !important} CollectiveBarganing_announcment.

County Negotiations Team 01/18/22 - Albuquerque Area Fire Fighters 2022 Negotiations Team

In Honor of Martin Luther King Jr 01/17/22 - Denver Firefighters Local 858 “Our lives begin to end the day we become silent about things that matter.” - Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr

January 4, 2022: UPFFA Announces the appointment of Jeff Tomchik, Director of Legislative & Political Affairs 01/17/22 - UPFFA The Uniformed Professional Fire Fighters Association of Connecticut is pleased to announce the appointment of Jeff Tomchik as the Director of Legislative and Political Affairs. Jeff is currently a Fire Lieutenant with the Danbury Fire Department and serves as Vice President of the Danbury Professional Fire Fighters, Local 801, IAFF.

February 15th, 2022 | Local 21 Ski Day 01/17/22 - IAFF Local 21 Contact Justin Brigl | Squad 02 (A) with questions.

Peer Support Training 01/17/22 - IAFF 1826 Peer Support Training for L1826 Members - Location: Ft Myers FD Station #1 2033 Jackson St. Ft. Myers, 33901  Dates: Jan 26, 27, 28  Time: 0900 - 1600  Instructors: Dr. Mary Ellen Frazier and John McMahon   The class is free.

Monday Morning Headlines 01/17/22 - Denver Firefighters Local 858 Community Education Fund, CPFF Delegate Meeting, King Soopers Strike, National Firefighter Ski Races, Avalanche Hockey Nights, Great Balls of Fire

CBA update 01/15/22 - PPFFA Local 515 Meadville's 2020-2023 CBA is now on website in the contract section of the member's area.

Congratulations! Welcome to IAFF Local 21, SPFD Class of 2022! 01/14/22 - IAFF Local 21 Welcome to our newest Saint Paul Firefighters IAFF Local 21 Brothers and Sisters!  Congratulations!  Looking forward to seeing you on the streets.

February 2022 | Local 21 Ice Fishing Contest 01/14/22 - IAFF Local 21

LODD: IAFF Local 73 01/14/22 - Missouri State Council of Fire Fighters It is with profound sadness and grief that we announce the tragic line of duty death of Firefighter Benjamin Polson, of the St. Louis, MO Fire Department and member of IAFF Local 73. Firefighter Polson died while courageously fighting a house fire in the 5900 block of Cote Brilliante earlier today. Arrangements will be forthcoming.

Memorial Services for Brother Jon Flagler 01/13/22 - IAFF Local 1014

City Chapter Vacancies (1/13/22) 01/13/22 - Albuquerque Area Fire Fighters The IAFF Local 244 Executive Board is accepting letters of interest for the position of City Chapter Chief Steward and City 1st Steward for the next 14 calendar days. The Executive Board will appoint a member to serve in each position at the Executive Board meeting on February 3, 2022, until the next General Election in December 2022; in accordance with the IAFF Local 244 Constitution & Bylaws, Article VI, Section 5. All letters of interest can be turned in to the Union Hall or emailed to kesiaff244@gmail.com on or before 4pm on January 27, 2022.

3rd ANNUAL LEE COUNTY CHILI CHALLENGE 01/13/22 - IAFF 1826

CBA Update 01/12/22 - PPFFA The updated collective bargaining agreements for Beaver Falls Local 3539, Corry Local 2102, and Greater York Local 2377 have been added to the contract area in the member's section of the website. A log in is required to view these.

Car vs. pole crash caused power outage in Springfield neighborhood 01/12/22 - IAFF Local 648 Car vs. pole crash caused power outage in Springfield neighborhood HAMPDEN COUNTY by: Tony Fay Posted: Jan 12, 2022 / 07:06 AM EST / Updated: Jan 12, 2022 / 08:26 AM EST SPRINGFIELD, Mass.

King Soopers is on STRIKE! 01/12/22 - Denver Firefighters Local 858 King Soopers is on STRIKE! What does that mean for us? We must be vigilant in supporting our fellow Union Sisters and Brothers as they navigate this Labor/Management dispute. Members of the UFCW Local 7 voted by 95% to strike, which means that 7600 members of the 8000 voted to strike. This being said, we can not cross the picket line.

Springfield fire called to house fire on Mill Street 01/11/22 - IAFF Local 648 Springfield fire called to house fire on Mill Street NEWS Posted: Jan 10, 2022 / 05:48 AM EST / Updated: Jan 10, 2022 / 05:53 AM EST SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) – Nearly a dozen people are without a home after a fire on Mill Street in Springfield Sunday afternoon. It took multiple fire departments to extinguish.

Car fire on Wilbraham Road in Springfield 01/11/22 - IAFF Local 648 Car fire on Wilbraham Road in Springfield HAMPDEN COUNTY by: Seth Keevaenthal Posted: Jan 10, 2022 / 12:59 PM EST / Updated: Jan 10, 2022 / 01:00 PM EST Courtesy of Springfield Fire Department SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) – Springfield Arson and Bomb squad are investigating after a car fire Monday morning.

2022 SFPFF Conference 01/10/22 - Southern Federation of Professional Fire Fighters January 1, 2022 All Southern Federation of Professional Fire Fighters State & Local Affiliate Officers: In accordance with the Constitution and By-Laws of the Southern Federation of Professional Firefighters, I am sending notice in regard to your annual membership in the organization and the 2022 SFPFF Conference.

Retirement Announcements 01/10/22 - IAFF Local 739 Chief Dan Lozzi, Captain John Thorpe, and Lieutenant Joe Fannon Sr. Retire The officers and members of Lynn Local 739 wish to congratulate Cheif Lozzi, Capt. Thorpe, and Lt. Fannon on their retirements. May you all have a happy and healthy retirement and good luck with your new chapter in life.

Monday Morning Headlines 01/09/22 - Denver Firefighters Local 858 Community Education Fund CPFF Delegate Meeting Executive Board Meeting National Firefighter Ski Week and Races Colorado Avalanche Hockey Nights

Fairfield Fire Fighters Charitable Foundation - Tommy Fund Donation 01/09/22 - UPFFA Fairfield Fire Fighters Charitable Foundation  Presented a check for $35,200.00 to our friends at the Tommy Fund for Childhood Cancer.

Mourning the passing of John Stewart 01/08/22 - IAFF 323 For your convenience, a donation can be made to the Burnaby Firefighters Charitable Society here.

2022 PPFFA/Bob Zeigler Scholarship 01/07/22 - PPFFA The application period for the 2022 PPFFA/Bob Zeigler Scholarship Program is now open.  All program information, and elegiblity details, along with the required form to apply can be found in the member section of the website. This scholarship is for dependent children of PPFFA members only.

Friday Update 1-7-22 01/07/22 - IAFF Local 1014

2021 Year in Review 01/07/22 - IAFF Local 1014

February 16th, 2022 | IAFF Local 21 Installation Party 01/07/22 - IAFF Local 21 SAVE THE DATE.

Blue Hometown Heros Cups 01/06/22 - IAFF 1826 $2.00 from each Blue Hometown Heroes Cup purchased at MISSION BBQ will be donated to local fire and police charities. Portions of the cup sales will go to the Local 1826 SWFL Professional Firefighters and Paramedics Leroy Nottingham Benevolent Fund. The cups will be available until March 1st. Stop by today to support your local Heroes!

January 13, 2022: Import Message from the UPFFA of Ct. 01/06/22 - UPFFA As most of you may know, our good friend and brother Paul Rapanault is going through some challenging medical issues. Paul is a fighter, but he needs our support now. We have been in constant contact with his family and let them know Paul is also a member of our family. Although he is currently having difficulty speaking, his vision is very good.

Union Meeting Canceled - Information Session will take place tonight only 01/05/22 - Denver Firefighters Local 858 Sisters and Brothers,  January's Union Meeting has been canceled per the Local 858 Bylaws, Article VIII, Section 2. The Information Session will take place tonight. If you would like to attend the Inforamtion Session via ZOOM please Click Here.    Section 2.  Seven (7) members shall constitute a quorum at any regular or special meeting.

UNION MEETING AND INFORMATION SESSION - TONIGHT  & TOMORROW MORNING 01/05/22 - Denver Firefighters Local 858 UNION MEETING AND INFORMATION SESSION - TONIGHT  & TOMORROW MORNING Wednesday, January 5th at 7 pm - Information Session and Union Meeting The Information Session can be viewed over ZOOM. Please Click here for the Invitation.  The business meeting will start after the Information Session.

Services and Procession Route for Firefighter Christopher Bernal 01/05/22 - Denver Firefighters Local 858 Funeral services for Firefighter Christopher Bernal will be on Friday, January 7, 2022 at 11:00 AM.   Services will be held at the First Church of the Nazarene at 3800 E. Hampden Ave, Englewood, CO, 80113. Members wishing to be present at the church when the family arrives should be there no later than 9:50 AM as the family arrives at 10:00 AM.

Honor Watch for Chris Bernal ***Urgent Need 1/4/22*** 01/03/22 - Denver Firefighters Local 858 Honor Watch for Brother Bernal has an urgent need on January 4, 2022 for 2 Shifts 1200-0400 and 0400-0800

Monday Morning Headlines 01/02/22 - Denver Firefighters Local 858 Happy New Year! This year, we did great things on this demanding job, and the Citizens of Denver should be proud of their Denver Firefighters. Thank you for all of the amazing work you have done. I pray we all have a safe and healthy 2022.

Open Enrollment NYSPFFA Cancer/Critical Illness Plan 01/02/22 - IAFF Local 274 Brothers The NYSPFFA stopped offering the Aflac Cancer Plan in favor of the MetLife Cancer/Critical Illness Plan. MetLife has now improved its current plan and is offering you the opportunity to enroll into its new and improved version.