On Wednesday, May 20, at 12:30pm, adults 18 years of age or older can join Past Capt. Jim Delawder, a dedicated 50-year Life Member of the Brewster Fire Dept and a retired New York City teacher, at the Brewster Public Library as he shares the insights into the history and evolution of this volunteer department. See how this busy department began and how it has evolved throughout its 150-plus years ... (Full Story & Photos)

Please copy and paste this and share with all you know to support this important bill!!!

Email address for Assemblyman Burdick: burdickc@nyassembly.gov

Dear Assemblyman Burdick,

Hudson Valley firefighters are writing to strongly support A7285A, the First Responder Peer Support Program Act, which is currently on tomorrow’s Assembly Mental Health Committee agenda.

First responders are routinely ... (Full Story)

The Carmel Fire Department will hold its annual "Don Pearlman & Jimmy Roberts" golf outing on Friday, August 7th. There's a 144-player maximum, so register early to secure your spot!

Cost is $165/pp (as of April 14th)
Registration 8:00AM ... 9:00AM shotgun start
Includes on-course BBQ, 18-hole course and a $15 gift package

See flyer for full details, QR code for registering and contact information! ... (Full Story & Photos)

SAVE THE DATE - and YOUR SPOT in the largest Firematic parade in New York's history - the annual Hudson Valley Volunteer Firefighter's Association's Convention parade! Reservations for both the Mardi Gras (Friday night) - a fun-filled evening with floats, firefighters and candy! - and the next day's highly competitive Dress Parade, are being done ONLINE!

Over 30 companies have already responded ... (Full Story)

The Putnam County Fire Chiefs Association is holding its annual Convention Golf Outing on Friday, June 12, at Cronin's Golf Course in Warrensburg.

If you'll be in the Lake George area that week for the Hudson Valley VFA Convention Parade and like to play golf, consider contacting Chief Ed McCarthy for more details and to register for this fundraiser!... (Full Story & Photos)

The Ladies Auxiliary of the HVVFA will be having a special convention raffle this year. LAHVVFA Recording Secretary Diana Balling has donated two of her Diamond Art creations as a fundraiser for this year's convention in Lake George. The American Bald Eagle and the Raising of the Flag at Iwo Jima are stunning and perfect for this year's 250th Birthday of our nation!

The attached PDF has the ... (Full Story & Photos)

The New York Blood Center will be conducting a Blood Drive at the Putnam Valley VFD on Thursday, June 6, from 9:00AM to 7:45PM. Walk-ins are welcomed but you can sign up using the QR code on the flyer or visiting nybc.org/sponsor and use code #08736.

To quote the PVVFD: Together, we can make an impact — one donation at a time. ❤️
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(Rain date Sunday, May 31st)

A lot of work has gone into putting this first-ever Firefighter's Home car show on and the excitement couldn't be better! Check out the flyer - it's open to all years, makes, and models; the event will feature Top 30 awards, special awards selected by FASNY, food trucks, concessions, and a cornhole competition. Spectators are welcome with free admission.

Interested ... (Full Story & Photos)