Discarded fireworks sparked a fire that severely damaged a Washington County home Monday night, sheriff's officials said. Deputies arrived at the fire scene about 10:20 p.m. at 33 Hillview Drive, the sheriff's Facebook page said. Sheriff Jeff Murphy told the Glens Falls Post-Star that police had been called to the neighborhood about…
Read moreThe Firemen’s Association of the State of New York (FASNY) has named Great Neck School District’s Paul Ziring as the recipient of FASNY’s 2015 Teacher of the Year Award. Mr. Ziring, a Mineola resident, was unanimously voted for this statewide award for creating an innovative and specially tailored life safety…
Read moreRepresentatives from the Firemen’s Association of the State of New York (FASNY) today joined with New York State Senator Jack Martins and Long Island volunteer firefighters to announce new smoke alarm legislation (S2696) – which aims to reduce house fire related deaths by requiring battery operated smoke alarms sold in New York State have batteries that are non-replaceable, non-removable…
Read moreMALONE — County legislators stood by their decision to legalize the limited sale of sparkler devices, in response to a letter of protest from a state association of volunteer firefighters. The letter was addressed Thursday at the first meeting of the month for the legislature. Robert N. McConville, president of…
Read morePort Chester High School senior Charles Nielsen has been selected to receive a $1,500 scholarship from The Firemen’s Association of the State of New York, the school announced. The award, which is bestowed to only 15 high school students in the state, recognizes “exemplary service as a youth in the…
Read moreAlthough some fireworks are now legal, FASNY says enjoy public displays rather than risk your safety (Albany, NY – June 30, 2015) With Independence Day quickly approaching, the Firemen’s Association of the State of New York (FASNY) is urging New Yorkers to stay safe and leave the fireworks to the…
Read moreBy Robert Fling The topic of cancer and how it relates to the fire service is one that has been front page news for quite some time. It is no secret that we as firefighters are at a much higher risk to contract a host of cancers. Much time has…
Read moreLiverpool, NY) The Firemen’s Association of the State of New York (FASNY) today announced the selection of Moyers Corners Explorer Post 209 as the 2015 Youth Group of the Year – a recognition presented to a youth fire organization that exemplifies commitment to its volunteer fire department and community. FASNY…
Read moreWhen Paul Ziring arrives in a bus, Great Neck Public Schools' special education students know they're going on a field trip. More often than not, Ziring, who is the district's special education outdoor education coordinator, takes them to the Nassau County Firefighters Museum and Education Center for a unique fire…
Read moreFASNY Awards Great Neck Special Ed. Champion Paul Ziring Fire Safety Education Award Ceremony at Nassau County Firefighters Museum on June 11 The Firemen’s Association of the State of New York (FASNY) has named Great Neck School District’s Paul Ziring as the recipient of FASNY’s 2015 Teacher of the…
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