West Webster Firefighters held a dedication at their Station #2 on Backus Rd this past weekend.…

We're fortunate in being American. At least we don't step on the underdog. I wonder if that's because there are no "Americans" - only a stew of immigrants - or if it's because the earth from which we exist has been so kind to us and our forefathers; or if it's because the "Americans" is the offspring of the logical European who hated oppression and loved freedom beyond life? Those reat mountains and tall timber; the cool deep lakes and broad rivers; the green valleys and white farmhouses;…

Four area Fire Departments have received money from the Assistance to Firefighters Grant this month. North Greece will receive $163,638 under Operations and Safety for equipment. Brighton will receive $47,549 under Operations and Safety for equipment. Churchville will receive $32,395 under Operations and Safety for equipment and training. Gates will receive $76,932 under Operations and Safety for Personel Protective Equipment and training.

It is with great sadness that the Wm VanZandt Hose Company and the Avon Fire Department announces the passing of Past Chief Kevin Quinlan on Monday April 12th, 2010. Chief Quinlan has been a member of the Wm VanZandt Hose Company and the Avon Fire Department for over 50 years. Calling hours for Chief Quinlan will be Thursday April 15th, 2010 from 2pm to 4pm and 7pm to 9pm at the Kevin Dougherty Funeral Home on Big Tree Street in the Village of…

Hilton Firefighter responded this morning for the report of a 3 car MVA head at Bennett Rd & Curtis Rd. Hilton 268, Engine 263, Ambulance 2619 and 2629 all responded. First arriving unit Chief 2c36 was on-location and reported a 3 car MVA head on with injuries. Hilton Dispatcher advised that Monroe Ambulance had 1 ALS Bus on the way and asked if a 2nd ALS rig was needed. 2c36 later requested a 2nd ALS Ambulance to respond. Several Patients were evaluated and transported to area…

Rural/Metro Medical Services will be adding 9 paramedics to the work force. The additional paramedics are graduates of the 2010 Monroe Community College Paramedic Program. The graduates are currently EMT certified employees and will now serve the community as paramedics, which is highest level in pre-hospital care. The EMT certification is a pre-requesite for the paramedic program. After completion of the 14 month program each graduate will receive a New York State (NYS) Paramedic…

The City of Rochester has extended the contract with Rural Metro to provided ambulance service to the City of Rochester till March of 2011. The contract was going to expire next month, but City leaders decided to extend it while they work on a long term contract.

Over two hundred people protested the Mayor’s Ball this evening. This is supposed to be the major fund raiser for the democrat party. Teachers and parents protested over the Mayor wanting to take control of the School District. Firefighters were also there as they have been working without a contract since 2008.

Here is a direct quote from the mayor in regards to the Police and Fire Unions.

“I think the police union and fire union presidents should be ashamed of…

Firefighters from all around Monroe County attended a funeral service this afternoon for Brighton Firefighter Tim Karnisky. I would like to give a big thank you to everyone who attended and or helped out in anyway.…

Dear Friends,

The Dream Factory of Rochester, Inc. is a not for profit, volunteer organization that fulfills the dreams of critically and chronically ill children ages 3-18.

To celebrate another successful year and raise the funds need to continue fulfilling dreams, The Dream Factory of Rochester is looking for volunteers to participate in our annual “Buzz the Red, White and Blue…Make a Dream Come True”. This…

NYSAFC Announces Spring Seminar Series “Flashover & Backdraft – Seconds to Disaster”

Tuesday evening March 9^th 19:00 at Roth Middle School 4000 East Henrietta Road Route 15 Henrietta NY…

The Rush NY Stevens-Connor American Legion Post recognized three long time Rush firefighters at there February meeting. (Photo Left to Right) Firefighter/EMT, Past Chief, Present EMS Director and present Commissioner Robert Faugh was recognized for his 45 years of service and involvement with local, regional and state fire/EMS organizations, Deputy EMS Coordinator, NYS Fire Districts, FASNY committees, all the training he has provided on a local and state level and his 26 years of service to…

Firefighters from the 5th Battalion water rescue team held a drill this morning in Rush at the Oatka Creek on East River Rd. The purpose of the drill was to simulate a snowmobile accident where rescuers had to rappel down an embankment, cross the ice to rescue the victim.…

Here are the Monroe County Fire Carnivals and Parade information.

Mendon Fire Department Carnival Dates:

Thursday June 3rd:

Grounds open at 6pm

Pig Roast 6-till its gone!

Ride Special 6-10pm

Beer Special

LIVE MUSIC- 6:30-9:30pm

FIREWORKS

Friday June 4th:

Ladies AUX Chicken BBQ 5pm-till its gone!

Grounds open at 5:30pm

Live Music 9pm-12

Saturday June 5th:

Grounds…

The Webster/Fairport B.P.O. Elks Club held its 40th annual Police - Fire - Ambulance recognition dinner. Some of the awards went to:

Hugh Franklin Penfield Volunteer Ambulance; Steve Macino NEQALS; William Schlegel West Webster Fire Department; Investigator Charles Sciortino Webster Police; Ned Stamler West Webster fire Department; Hugh Franklin Penfield Volunteer Ambulance; Steve Macino NEQALS; William Schlegel West Webster Fire…