FDNY Bans Bosses From Dating Underlings After Harassment Scandals
The FDNY has a issued a new policy barring department supervisors from engaging in romantic relationships with underlings.
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Mission (TX) Swears in Fire Chief Mike Silva
Four months after the resignation of former Fire Chief Adrian Garcia, Mission has found its new permanent fire chief in Mike Silva.
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Honolulu (HI) FD Battalion Chief Accused of Sex Assault
A 25-year veteran of the Honolulu Fire Department was arrested in connection with the alleged sexual assault of a 33-year-old woman at the department’s headquarters on Valentine’s…
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I Was Sexually Harassed Within Two Weeks of Getting Hired at NJ Firehouse, Rookie Firefighter Says
A Hamilton firefighter endured ongoing sexual harassment as town officials repeatedly bungled their response to the allegations, a lawsuit alleges.
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Public Pressure Growing to Pay Glens Falls (NY) Firefighter’s Pension
A groundswell of public support has emerged for Glens Falls Fire Lieutenant Doug Holl, who was denied full retirement benefits after being diagnosed with early-onset…
Families of Fallen Baltimore Firefighters Lawsuit: City of Withheld Crucial Safety Information
The families of three firefighters who died in the 2022 Stricker Street fire have filed a lawsuit against the city.
Is Your Firehouse Failing or Functioning? Setting Priorities
When the tones drop, firefighters must be ready to perform. AB Turenne writes on how setting your shift priorities can help make that happen.
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Court Rejects Former OR Firefighter’s Appeal; Lawsuit Filed by Former City Councilors Continues
The panel’s decision is not a ruling on the merits of the lawsuit, which continues and could potentially go to trial.
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Eric Kerska Marks Last Day as Rochester (MN) Fire Chief With Celebration of His 30-Year Career
Eric Kerska said serving nearly seven years as Rochester's fire chief wasn't his favorite job in his three-decade career with the city department.
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Igniting the Shift Within: Adapting Leadership Across Generations
Host David Dachinger is joined by former fire chief Dan Kramer, owner and principal consultant at First Due Leadership Consulting, to discuss bridging generational gaps…
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Fire Chief Resigns After Flint Township (MI) Rejects 16-Week Leave of Absence
Brett Beckley has resigned as the township’s fire chief after the Board of Trustees turned down his request for a 16-week leave of absence.
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Windber, Scalp Level-Paint Fire Companies (PA) Merging to Create New Regional Department
Windber Fire Department and Scalp Level-Paint Volunteer Fire Company are merging to create a new regional fire department.
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Fears of Discrimination Widespread in St. Pete (FL) Fire Department
A third-party management evaluation of St. Petersburg Fire Rescue Department found that it could treat women and minorities better, hire a more diverse workforce, and ensure promotions…
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Spokane (WA) Mental Health Counselor Works to Bring Stability to People in Crisis
Jordan Ellinwood is a unique first responder who ensures those in medical emergencies do not only get the physical care they need, but the mental health…
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