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

Support Connor's Journey to Beat Cancer 10/03/24 - IAFF Local 2519 The Mashpee Permanent Firefighters Local 2519 is humbly asking for the public’s support with outstanding medical bills for one of our own. Firefighter Connor Peltier, has recently been diagnosed with Stage 3 Melanoma and undergoing aggressive treatment.

Happy Rosh Hashanah 10/02/24 - UPFFA Happy Rosh Hashanah to everyone who will be celebrating.

Fill the Boot 2024 10/02/24 - IAFF Local S-6 Online Donations are now available! Make an account and join the team to see who can raise the most money or donate to the team as a group effort!  MDA is dedicated to empowering people living with neuromuscular disease to achieve their potential.

Event Capacity Reached-Wait List Now Available (IAFF 244 Kid's Party) 10/02/24 - Albuquerque Area Fire Fighters Updated: 10/2/24 EVENT CAPACITY REACHED-NO ADDITIONAL RSVP's WILL BE ACCEPTED AS OF 10/2/24. IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO BE ADDED TO THE WAIT LIST PLEASE TEXT KELLY AT 505-288-2313 FOR INFORMATION.

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month 10/01/24 - IAFF Local 21 This October, as we focus on raising awareness for Breast Cancer. Early screening and education are the keys to saving more lives.

RSF Fire Foundation Partnership 09/30/24 - IAFF Local 4349 We kindly ask for your support of our Fire Foundation, which funds vital community events and provides ongoing financial and resource support. Your generosity directly impacts our ability to serve and strengthen the community. Any contribution is greatly appreciated.

Tier 2 Rally 09/30/24 - Hoffman Estates Professional Fire Fighters Association, Local 2061 If you are earning a Tier 2 Pension, you should consider attending the "Fix Tier 2 State Capital Rally Day" in Springfield. A show of solidarity on the steps of the State Capital may show the Legislators how important it is to fix the wrongs with the system.

Fully Involved Fall 2024 09/30/24 - Baltimore Fire Officers @media only screen and (max-width: 730px){ .pdfview{height:500px !important} Fully-Involved-Fall-2024.

A Message from IAFF President Ed Kelly 09/30/24 - IAFF 1826 Hurricane Helene has devastated many parts of the Southeastern United States. Thousands of members, particularly in North Carolina, have been impacted by catastrophic flooding and wind damage. The IAFF is answering the call and helping our members on the road to recovery through our Disaster Relief Operations.

Fire Safety Week Open House 09/29/24 - IAFF Local 1164 Our annual fire safety open house at station 3 October 12th from 10am to 2pm 35000 Seven Mile

Disaster Relief Team or Disaster Relief Application 09/27/24 - IAFF 1826 Brothers and Sisters,   If you need assistance due to storm damage, please complete all the information on the attached Disaster Relief Application using the link below and return it to info@local1826.com.  https://www.iaff.org/wp-content/uploads/Disaster-Relief-Application-2024.

MSP AFD Blanket Order 09/27/24 - IAFF Local S-6 Hello Everyone, It’s been a couple of years since we’ve placed a blanket order and with all the new hires, now is a good time to place another. Pricing is dependent on the total quantity we order; and to make it worthwhile we need at least 12 orders to make this happen.

Taxpayers Unlimited - November 5, 2024 Ballot 09/26/24 - IAFF Local 42

October Meeting Notice 09/26/24 - IAFF Local 42

2024 Nomination & Election Notice 09/26/24 - IAFF Local 42

IAFF Local 244 Kids Halloween Party 2024-Nearing Capacity 09/26/24 - Albuquerque Area Fire Fighters Updated: 9/26/24 Posted: 9/23/24 Local 244 Kid’s Halloween Party!! Costumes Welcome! The 2024 Annual Kid’s Party will be held on Sunday, October 20, 2024, at Main Event from 10:00am(check-in)-2:00pm.

Fire Marriages / Relationships, Two In–Two Out 09/25/24 - IAFF Local 1014 PEER SUPPORT WEBINAR Fire Marriages/Relationships, Two In –Two Out   Long-term committed relationships are difficult at best. Almost 50 % of all marriages in the United States will end in divorce or separation. Researchers estimate that 41 % of all first marriages end in divorce.

Christopher Long Passing Announcement 09/25/24 - PFFA @media only screen and (max-width: 730px){ .pdfview{height:500px .

Christopher Long Funeral Arrangements 09/25/24 - PFFA @media only screen and (max-width: 730px){ .pdfview{height:500px .

Steve Jacobsen is Retiring 09/24/24 - IAFF Local 21

Friday Update 9-20-24 09/23/24 - IAFF Local 1014

Friday Update 9-13-24 09/23/24 - IAFF Local 1014

KCFD LODD: Kyle Brinker 09/22/24 - IAFF Local 42

Kelowna Stair Climb 09/20/24 - Vernon Professional Fire Fighters Association Vernon Professional Firefighters

Membership Update 09/20/24 - IAFF Local 3 IAFF Local 3 Secretary/Treasurer September 18, 2024 Hello Membership, Your principal officers want to keep everyone updated on events with the open investigation, steps taken to mitigate further loss and recouping some of our funds. First off, the open investigation, P.D. has assured us they are diligently working on our case.

MDA Boot Drive 2024 09/18/24 - IAFF Local 2629 Independence Township Residents: THANK YOU! We had the privilege of raising $18,693.94 for the Muscular Dystrophy Association this year during our #FillTheBoot weekend! Thank you for your generous donations in the intersections and at the Clarkston Varsity Football Game.

OPEN ENROLLMENT 09/18/24 - Palm Beach County Fire Fighters Employee Benefits Fund

IAFF 2nd District Leadership Symposium 09/17/24 - Missouri State Council of Fire Fighters

9/11 at Annual Dinner Event. 09/16/24 - IAFF Local 1164 L-R LFD Chaplain Kate Mackie, AL Post 32 Service Officer David Laycock, Fire Lieutenant Adam Schmid, Firefighters Tyler Vermeesch, Alex Giancecchi, David Dilernia, LFD Chief Robert Jennison, and LFD Deputy Chief Wade Clay. Myron H. Beals American Legion Post 32 Livonia, MI Remembers 9/11 at Annual Dinner Event. LIVONIA - (Sept.

Saint Paul Fire Pink Patch Project 09/16/24 - IAFF Local 21 October is Breast Cancer Awareness month. Cancer is the leading cause of death for firefighters. Firefighters have an increased risk of all cancers, including breast cancer. One study from San Francisco showed that the diagnosis of breast cancer in female firefighters was six times higher than the national average.

Waterbury Firemen's Softball Tournament 09/16/24 - Waterbury Fire Fighters Association $250 Entry Fee Huntingdon Park, 526 Huntingdon ave, Waterbury Saturday Oct 5 Rain date Saturday Oct 12 All proceeds will benefit the Local 1339 Scholarship Fund and MDA This is a 1 pitch tournament for first responder teams. Batters will start with a full count no waste to make games go by faster. Wrist bands for a second pitch will be available for sale.

Reminder: Gala Registration 09/16/24 - IAFF Local 1664 @media only screen and (max-width: 760px){ .contenttable img{max-width:100%; width: auto !important; height:auto .

New Members! 09/15/24 - IAFF Local S-6 On Saturday, September 14th, both Jon Davidson and John Wolff were sworn into the Union by President Dan Olson. Welcome to Local S-6! Pictured from left to right are Treasurer D. Johnson, Secretary C. Wade, Firefighter J. Davidson, Firefighter J. Wolff, President D. Olson, Vice President B.

Collective Bargaining Rights Training 09/13/24 - Southern Federation of Professional Fire Fighters September 10, 2024 Don’t miss this opportunity!!!! Are you interested in obtaining Collective Bargaining Rights for your membership? Where do you start? What avenue to Collective Bargaining best suits your specific locality? Let us help you answer these questions to put you on the road to success.

Brotherhood Ride and Sampaio Dental 09/12/24 - IAFF 1826 In honor of Jim McFee, Sampaio Dental is donating to the Brotherhood Ride for every new first responder client they take on.

Day of Remembrance 09/11/24 - IAFF Local S-6 RFB - Remember Fallen Brothers - Today is a day of remembrance, sacred in the long history of our proud profession. To remember those brothers who, despite nearly insurmountable odds, got off their rigs and went in and up so that frightened, injured, and panicked civilians might live. However, it is not only sacred as a day to remember those lost.

IAFF Local 3987 LODD 09/10/24 - Missouri State Council of Fire Fighters   It is with sadness that the Lake Ozark Fire Protection District announces the death of Charles “Chuck” King. Firefighter/EMT died September 7, 2024, in the line of duty after a long courageous battle with occupational cancer. Firefighter King served the Lake Ozark Fire Protection District for 17 years.

Friday Update 9-6-24 09/08/24 - IAFF Local 1014

Friday Update 8-30-24 09/05/24 - IAFF Local 1014

Friday Update 8-23-24 09/05/24 - IAFF Local 1014

Friday Update 8-16-24 09/05/24 - IAFF Local 1014

2024 Alfaro Blood Drive 09/05/24 - IAFF Local 1664 @media only screen and (max-width: 730px){ .pdfview{height:500px .

save the date 09/05/24 - AFSCME Local 875

RCO CBA 09/04/24 - IAFF Local 2781 The newly ratified SRFR Represented Chief Officer contract has been posted under Member Resources → Contracts.

National Recovery & Suicide Prevention Month 09/04/24 - IAFF Local 21 Brothers and Sister of Local 21  If you have some time please click on the links below, read the information and watch the video. There is a lot of good information regarding suicide prevention. https://www.iaff.org/behavioral-health/recovery-month/ https://www.iaff.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/2024-Suicide-Prevention-Stand-Down-FINAL.

ELS Class IV Application Process is Open 09/03/24 - IAFF 7th District The applicaiton process is now open for ELS Class IV.  I will take applications until September 30th at 5 pm PST per the instructions in the attachment.  If selected you will join 45 graduates of this one-of-a-kind program within the IAFF, only offerred in this Magnificent 7th District.

2024 | St. Paul Fire Foundation Golf Tournament 09/03/24 - IAFF Local 21