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ALBANY, N.Y. (AP) - Volunteer firefighters are gathering in Albany this weekend to map out their legislative priorities for next year. Smoke alarms could be a top agenda item at the two-day meeting of the Firemen’s Association of the State of New York. The group supports state legislation that would…

ALBANY, N.Y. (AP) -- Volunteer firefighters are gathering in Albany this weekend to map out their legislative priorities for next year. Smoke alarms could be a top agenda item at the two-day meeting of the Firemen's Association of the State of New York. The group supports state legislation that would…

COLONIE - Fall back, set your clocks and replace the batteries in your smoke detector is a familiar routine that could soon change. A new bill would require stores in New York State to only sell smoke detectors that come with a 10 year battery. The state's Fireman's Association was…

November 19, 2015, is the Great American Smoke-Out, a day designated to support the efforts of any tobacco user who is ready to take a first step toward quitting. While each person’s battle with tobacco is unique, this day reminds us that we all have a stake in helping our…

By Michael Healy Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) among law enforcement, firefighters, and other first responders is an exceedingly common occurrence due to the nature of the job. Repeated exposure to senseless violence, abuse, and the most horrific and tragic death scenes contributes to the development of this serious and intrusive…

On October 22-23, representatives from all aspects of the fire service gathered in Arlington, VA, for a meeting of the Fire Service Occupational Cancer Alliance to address the challenges of firefighter cancer and how to minimize risks and protect our nation’s responders. NVFC board members Jim Seavey (MD) and Brian…

STATEWIDE -- We turn the clocks back tonight, which means we get an extra hour of sleep. It's also a reminder to make sure your smoke and carbon monoxide detectors are in good shape. Ed Tase Jr. is a member of the Lockport Fire Department and Firemen's Association of the State of New…

ALBANY, N.Y. (AP) -- Firefighters are reminding New Yorkers to make safety checks as they turn their clocks back. Daylight Saving Time ends early Sunday, when people should turn their clocks back one hour. The Firemen's Association of the State of New York says this weekend is a good time…

When you turn back your clocks, check your smoke alarms. Daylight Saving Time ends early Sunday, when people should turn their clocks back one hour. The American Red Cross, as well as The Firemen's Association of the State of New York say this weekend is a good time to make sure…

WHITESBORO, NY-- The Firemen's Association of the State of New York is urging residents to check their smoke and carbon monoxide alarms as daylight saving time approaches. According to the association smoke and carbon monoxide alarms should be cleaned to remove any debris that could prevent the alarms from working…