June 17, 2013 - Submitted by Webmaster
Here are some pictures from the Stafford FD Parade PHOTOS

June 03, 2013 - Submitted by Webmaster
Alabama FD controlled barn burn at 2427 Judge Road. Alabama FD conducted a controlled burn of an old barn, assisting agencies were Elba, Oakfield, Indian Falls, Pembroke, East Pembroke, Town of Batavia and Wolcottville. PHOTOS

December 26, 2012 - Submitted by Webmaster
Funeral arrangements have been set for Mike Chiapperini and Tomasz Kaczowka. Calling hours for both firefighters will be held at Webster Schroeder High School from 6 to 9 p.m. Friday and from noon to 3 p.m. and 6 to 9 p.m. Saturday.

December 12, 2012 - Submitted by Primo & Alice Biscaro
Hurst Rescue extrication tools for sale by local volunteer fire dept. Items can be sold individually or as a package. Send Email from craiglist for more information.

Power Units
A. Qty. 1 - Gas power unit - 5hp Honda - 1-outlet
B. Qty. 1 - Gas power unit - 4hp Briggs & Stratton - 1-outlet
C. Qty. 1 - Electric power unit - 110v - 1-outlet
D. Qty. 1 - Electric power unit - 12v - 1-outlet
Spreaders
E. Qty. 1 - JL27 - Spreaders
F. Qty. 1 - 32a - Spreaders
Cutters
G. Qty. 2 - O150 - Cutters
Reels
H. Qty. 2 - 100' Hannay Electric Reel
Misc
I. Qty. 1 - Hurst manifold w/o dump valve
J. Qty. 3 - 30' Hose

http://buffalo.craigslist.org/tls/3451922674.html

http://rochester.craigslist.org/tls/3451943988.html
 

December 11, 2012 - Submitted by Jim Dick
The Attica FD will once again be holding their annual Trip Raffle. Click HERE for details.

December 10, 2012 - Submitted by Jim Dick
This little boy has terminal cancer and all he is asking for is Christmas cards from Fire, EMS and Law Enforcement "heroes" as he calls them. Also if anyone can include their dept/ company patch that would be great.....I would like to see as many departments and members from our corner of WNY reach out to this little boy.....I have 2 little girls who are healthy and you just can never take anything for granted...

http://www.wset.com/story/19657190/boy-fighting-cancer-with-the-spirit-of-christmas

December 10, 2012 - Submitted by Dave Knapp
The Holley FD is selling a 2004 Chevy Blazer that was used as a Chiefs Vehicle. See attached flyer for Bid info and pictures. FLYER

November 16, 2012 - Submitted by Mike Smith
All you can eat breakfast:

Wyoming Hook & Ladder Fire Department
Sunday November 18, 2012
Maple St. Fire Hall in Wyoming
Serving 8 a.m. till 12:30 p.m.
Cost: $8.00 adults children 10 and under $4.00
 
US Veterans eat for free, our way of saying Thank You

November 06, 2012 - Submitted by Sue Rogacki
The Varysburg Fire Dept. is accepting sealed bids for an 8’ x 10’ single axle snowmobile trailer with salt guards.

 The trailer can be seen at the Varysburg Fire Dept. 2446 Route 20A, Varysburg.
 
 Please send sealed bids to:
 Varysburg Fire Dept.,
 P.O. Box 638, Varysburg, NY 14167.
 
 All bids must be postmarked by November 14, 2012; bids will be opened on November 15, 2012.

November 03, 2012 - Submitted by Tom Monnier

"ATTENTION EVERYONE IN OR SURROUNDING GENESEE COUNTY". Tomorrow between 4pm and 6pm there will be a donation event taking place at the Elba Rec Hall located in Elba, NY on Route 98. The donations will be transported via semi to the victims of hurricane Sandy whom are in desperate need of our help. Please show how much we can all come together in a time of need and caring. Some of the donations that we are looking for include but, are not limited to:
Food (non-perishables)
Bottled water
Clothes of all sizes
Animal food
...Batteries
Flashlights
Coats, boots, socks, hats, gloves
Boxes of nails
Hammers
Tools in general
Paper, pens, pencils, markers, crayons
Envelopes
Stamps
Flattened but, useable boxes
Tape
Cleaning supplies
Toilet paper
Feminine pads
Razors
Diapers
Plates, forks, knives, spoons, pans
.... anything that you think would help.
PLEASE NO MONETARY DONATIONS
If you have donations that you are unable to get to us, please call 585-746-9085 (tomorrow only) between 9am and 6pm to make arrangements to have your donations picked up. This is a group of volunteers organizing this event, so please, show your support; bring some donations and help fill the truck. We appreciate any help we can get and we know that the victims of hurricane Sandy will too. Thank you.

November 03, 2012 - Submitted by Jennifer Everett
Train the Recruiter session on Nov 7 at 7pm presented by Jessie Roland-Bystrak at the Training Center 7690 State St Road Batavia NY. Registration is not required and walk-ins are welcome.

October 23, 2012 -
For over a year, FASNY has been conducting an aggressive recruitment and retention campaign. The next component of this effort is an innovative training program called “Train the Recruiter”. This program is designed to provide local departments with the skills and resources necessary to conduct effective outreach activities.
I would like to personally invite you to attend the upcoming “Train the Recruiter” session in your area. Information on this session can be found at http://www.fasny.com/index.php/membership/safer-grant-2/event-rsvp/. This internet based calendar will also provide you the opportunity to secure a seat at the session.
Please feel free to share this information with others in the volunteer fire service. By working together we can implement effective and long-term solutions to our common recruitment and retention challenges. Should you have any questions, please contact me or your regional Assistant Volunteer Programs Coordinator listed at the website shown above. Thank you for your continued help and support of FASNY’s recruitment and retention activities.

John D'Alessandro
FASNY Deputy Volunteer Programs Coordinator

October 11, 2012 - Submitted by Jennifer Everett
Gates Ambulance will be teaching an Original NYS EMT Class and a Refresher Class . We are trying to get the message out. The cost of this class is covered by the current NYS voucher as long as the EMT candidate is a member of an organization and passes the NYS exam.

I have also attached our EMT core content and paramedic core content that can be distributed to interested parties. There is no charge for those classes.

Updated Gates Ambulance EMT Core Schedule
Gates Ambulance Training New York State Paramedic Core Content
Paramedic Core Schedule Gates Ambulance Fall Evening Class 2012
Gates schedule Oct 2012- original with lab hours

Thank you
Jennifer Everett

October 10, 2012 - Submitted by Primo & Alice Biscaro
The Village of Warsaw is looking for a used siren system to replace their system that has answered its final call. If you know any department that has one that was either taken out of service or removed to upgrade an existing system, contact Primo or Alice at biscaroalf@frontier.com

October 10, 2012 - Submitted by Kevin C. Ross

September 20, 2012 - Submitted by Michael A. Combs

September 08, 2012 - Submitted by Webmaster
FUNDRAISER FOR INJURED SOLDIER CODY COOPENBERG,
HOMETOWN HERO AND HOLLEY VOLUNTEER FIREFIGHTER

Holley, New York – September 10, 2012 – The Coopenberg Family Fund Committee announces a fundraising event to benefit PFC Cody Coopenberg and family, to be held September 29, 2012.

US Army Private First Class Cody Coopenberg, 21, a graduate of Holley High School, was critically injured in Kandahar Province, Afghanistan, in support of Operation Enduring Freedom on July 7, 2012. While refueling a generator, it exploded in his face causing him to suffer third degree burns over 60% of his body, including his face, chest, and arms. Cody has since been transported to San Antonio, Texas for treatment of his injuries. His wife Hannah is at his side as he faces a long and extremely painful recovery from his injuries, including numerous surgical procedures and physical therapy. It is expected he will remain in ICU for at least six more weeks. His wife will remain until his treatment is complete, which is anticipated to last a year or perhaps more. They have a 19-month-old son who is currently in the care of family back home here in New York.

Cody and his family face a lifetime of questions about his potential pain, disability, and continued treatment from his horrific injuries. The financial burden on his family is enormous, as “everyday life” is put on hold to provide support for their wounded warrior.

For this reason, a benefit fundraiser is scheduled for September 29, 2012, from Noon to 10:00 PM at the Holley Firemen’s Field, State Route 237, North Main Street, Holley, New York. This event will feature a pig roast, live bands, a cake auction, silent auction, activities for the whole family, and much more.

To assist with the immediate financial burden, the Coopenberg Family Fund has been established and is accessible at any First Niagara Bank branch. Additionally, donations can be made at the following links:
http://www.indiegogo.com/criticallyinjuredsoldier

For more information on Cody, and the fundraiser, check the following links:
https://www.facebook.com/SupportforPfcCodyCoopenberg
https://www.facebook.com/events/346409952100635/

September 06, 2012 - Submitted by Tim Rice
Perry Center Fire Department Super Sportsmen's Drawing
1st - 5 Day Kansas Whitetail Hunt
2nd - 6 Hour Lake Ontario Fishing Trip
3rd - $250.00 Cash

Visit website for more info: www.ChargedLine.Org

September 03, 2012 - Submitted by Brian Schollard
The Corfu Fire District is selling a 2002 Chevy Tahoe Odyssey PHOTO
88,500 miles nice shape, $9,000 OR BEST OFFER
Contact Brian Schollard at bschollard@gmail.com or 585-356-4362

September 03, 2012 - Submitted by William Schutt
4th annual hackers for Helicopter Golf Outing for Mercy Flight. Golf, cart, lunch, at Terry Hills. Drinks/appetizers, dinner, free-play and racing at Batavia Downs. 2nd Annual Fire/EMS challenge for all Fire/EMS foursomes. INFO

September 3, 2012 - Submitted by Jim Dick - Bennington 1st Asst. Chief
The Wyoming County Fire Chiefs Association, Wyoming County Volunteer Fireman's Association, Churchville Fire and Wyoming County Fire Advisory Board our sponsoring a FOAM SEMINAR. It is open to all Fire Departments and Firefighters in WNY. The seminar will be September 15, 2012 from 8am until 3pm, lunch will be provided. PLEASE see the attached flyer for additional information...FLYER

August 9, 2012 - Submitted by Dave Smith
The Wayne County Fire Chief's Association is sponsoring their annual trade and equipment show on August 23, 2012. We still have plenty of room for vendors, so if you or someone you know is a fire or EMS related salesperson etc., please be assured that all are welcome. Vendors should contact Dick Colacino at the address and numbers on the flyer-315-573-4067. Thanks Dave Smith FLYER

August 7, 2012 - Submitted by  Chief Tom Wood
Le Roy Fire responded to a serious MVA on Main St Monday August 6th at approximately 7:45am. A car drove into the side building. The victim was transported to the hospital were she passed away. Le Roy crews had problems with the structural integrity, crews had to crib up the corner of the structure until an engineer can arrive and inspect it.

August 6, 2012 - Submitted by Debbie Patt
FUNDRAISER FOR HOMETOWN HERO/FIREFIGHTER FROM HOLLEY NY

Saturday, September 29, Noon - ?, Holley Firemen's Field (across from Holley Elementary School)

21 Year old soldier Cody Coopenberg was critically injured while serving our country in Afghanistan.

Cody was injured when a generator blew up in his face on 7/7/12 while serving our country in Afghanistan. He has 3rd degree burns covering more that 60% of his body and faces about a year of hospitalization in Texas. He struggles each day as he is in and out of consciousness, to deal with the ordeal of his injuries as well as the very painful treatments and surgeries. He will remain in ICU for probably 6 more weeks. His wife Hannah is at his bedside to assist and encourage him. She has had to leave their 19 month old son with family here in NY so she can attend to Cody, and has been informed that she will need to be there for the duration of Cody's treatments.

We are appealing to you to help them cope with this horrible situation as Cody will face a strong possibility of lifetime disability, treatment and pain. Your donations will be used to offset the cost of expenses during the span of this tragedy. Cody and Hannah will have a life time of unexpected expenses due to the explosion that has Cody fighting for his life.

Pig Roast Fundraiser for Cody
Bands
Cake Auction
Basket Auction
Activities for Kids
and much more!

You can donate here http://www.gofundme.com/vylj8?utm_medium=wdgt#description

or you can go to First Niagara Bank and donate/deposit to the account of COOPENBERG FAMILY FUND.

For those unable to attend, an account has been set up at First Niagara Bank for Cody and Hannah. You can go to any local First Niagara Bank and tell them you would like to donate/deposit to the Coopenberg Family Fund.

For more information or to donate items, please contact:

Debbie Patt (585) 329-3296
Jeana Hayes (for Baskets and donated items), (585) 509-8860
Mike Gemerek (Bands) (585) 576-0507

Thank you!

August 6, 2012 - Submitted by Tim Yeager for Paul Dougherty
For Sale: 1995 Pumper built by Custom Fire
Details: Freightliner FL80 4 Door, 5 man Cab, Cummins Diesel motor with Allison Automatic transmission. It’s a Top Mount pump panel with a Waterous 1250 gpm pump, and 1250 gallon tank. The pumper has 16,000 miles on the motor. Pump was NFPA tested last July. It will be supplied with a 35’ extension ladder, roof ladder, attic ladder, 2-15’ hard suction lengths, pike pole and deluge gun. The pumper is in very good condition.
The pumper can be seen at the Pavilion Fire Hall at 11302 South Lake Street, Pavilion NY 14525. To arrange an inspection of the pumper and test drive please call 585-584-3232 or 585-356-8734. You may also email us at pfd801@yahoo.com.
Sealed Bids are being accepted at PO Box 455 Pavilion, NY 14525 until August 14th 2012 at 6:30 pm. Bids will be opened at 7:30 pm same date.
The Commissioner’s have the right to accept or reject all bids. SPEC SHEET

Paul Dougherty Chief of Pavilion Fire Department

July 24, 2012 - Submitted by Rick Tanner
The Egypt Fire Department has a Chief's vehicle for sale. DETAILS

July 23, 2012 - Submitted by Krystle Hughson
Through "Project Breathe," the Albion Fire Department will be presented with a donation of pet oxygen kits. They will also do a demonstration with their trained dogs to show how the masks work. All are invited to attend. Please pass out the word.

Date: Tuesday, August 7th, 2012
Time: 7pm
Location: Albion Fire Department
106 North Platt Street
Albion, NY 14411

For more information on "Project Breathe" you may go to www.projectbreathe.com or check them out on Facebook.

July 20, 2012 - Submitted by  Chief Tom Wood
Le Roy has placed into service a 2012 Chevy Tahoe to be used by the Chief of the Dept.

The vehicle has Whelen LED light package (completed by Larry Vaughan of EVI out of Brockport) Dual head radio Rear command zone Laptop Lettering completed by Genesee County Highway Dept Thermal Camera Gas Meter Rescue Rope bag (200ft) and Traffic cones. In the near future a repeater for communication will be installed.

July 12, 2012 - Submitted by William Schutt
Have a dinner out and support Mercy Flight in memory of Matt Luxon a young man that was killed in a snowmobile accident in Genesee County. Good at all six WNY Bob Evans and their Warren PA location. INFO

June 29, 2012 - Submitted by Daniel Mott
Here is a link to the WNY Convention held in Mt. Morris this year. CONVENTION

June 29, 2012 - Submitted by Jim Dick
The Bennington Vol. Fire Company will be holding their 2nd Annual Ultimate Raffle on September 22nd at the Alexander Firemen's Rec. Hall. DETAILS

April 15, 2012 - Story and PHOTOS by Jay M. Lynch
On Tuesday, April 10th, at 12:26 PM. Pavilion Fire Department was dispatched to a possible structure fire at 6553 Ellicott St Rd. A passerby reported smoke coming from a possible vacant structure but was unsure if the smoke was coming from the first or second floor. A second alarm was requested. Pavilion 802 went on location and reported smoke showing. After further investigation 802 reported it looks like a controlled burn behind the residence and placed all second alarm companies to standby in their quarters. Departments responding on the initial call were; Pavilion, LeRoy, Bethany, Alexander, Stafford and City of Batavia. (also shared on Facebook "Genesee County Fire Wire")

April  15, 2012 - Submitted by Webmaster
The Onondaga County Firefighters Underwater Search & Rescue Team will be hosting the Annual Fall Dive Conference at the Lourdes Camp in Skaneateles, NY on September 28th, 29th, and 30th, 2012. This conference is held to provide instruction and training for Fire, Police and Water Rescue teams. If interested please contact Don Collett, Fall Dive Chairman at dcollett1@juno.com or if not interested please contact Kevin Carey at careyk@publicsafetydiver.org to be remove from the e-mail list.
Thanks Kevin Carey

February 29, 2012 - Story and PHOTOS by Jay Lynch
On Tuesday, February 28th., at 7:52 AM. Town of Batavia Fire Department was dispatched to 3491 Pearl St for a reported Chimney Fire. Town of Batavia 252 went on location and reported nothing showing in a Log Cabin style home. Command requested Oakfield to stand by at Town of Batavia Station one and East Pembroke to standby in there own hall.

February 26, 2012 - Story and PHOTOS by Jay Lynch
Monday, February 20th., Pavilion and LeRoy Fire Departments conducted a joint Auto Extrication Drill at Dumbleton's Junkyard on Taylor Rd in the Town of Covington. LeRoy firefighters were training on newly acquired air bags while Pavilion firefighters trained on vehicle stabilization and extrication.