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ASSOCIATION NEWS
There’s still time to register for this exciting competition to be held at the Turning Stone in Verona, N.Y. this June.
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The 107th Annual Conference & Expo is just around the corner – June 12-15 at the Turning Stone Resort in Verona, N.Y. Plan ahead for your visit – the Program Guide is now available online!

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Award was presented by NYSAFC during the Public Fire Safety Educators’ Conference in May.

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Join the association through June 15, 2013, and you'll be entered in a raffle for cash rewards and prizes! Sign up on-site during FIRE 2013 and receive an autographed poster print "Fire Scene" by artist Joseph Getsinger while supplies last. Getsinger will be on hand during FIRE 2013 to customize your print.
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Update your contacts/safe sender list to include the email address newsletter@mail.naylorcampaign3.com to ensure you receive this e-newsletter!
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FEATURES
A continuation of the SIZE UP magazine feature "How to Build a Fire Station" by Robert Mitchell. This is article 3 of Robert Mitchell’s series for The NYSAFC Bugle.
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CHIEFHAC'S CORNER: STATE & NATIONAL NEWS HIGHLIGHTS
Both coroner and chief later resigned and pleaded guilty to misdemeanors over their conduct.
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Planning for acts of violence before they occur is key to mitigating their impact.
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Seven people die each day in reported U.S. home fires.
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In Boston they were prepared. Are you?
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Just because the firefighters did not die in the line of duty does not mean their fellow firefighters can cope with the loss without help.
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Cheap, compact and disposable; these kits are simple to build and carry on apparatus.
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A formal policy prohibiting hazing will be issued soon.
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EMERGENCY SERVICES NEWS
Ceremony held at the "Tree of Life" memorial at the Empire State Plaza in Albany on May 21, 2013.
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In the wake of the Boston Marathon bombing, fire and EMS personnel are encouraged to check out educational resources available online from the CDC.
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Firefighters and their families must have access to counseling and psychological support.
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PROGRAM & EVENT UPDATES
There’s still time to compete in the "Cookin’ in the House: Chowder Challenge" on Friday, June 14 during FIRE 2013 at the Turning Stone! Registration deadline extended to June 3! Conference attendees are welcome to join us for cooking demos and chowder samples.
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The event, co-hosted by NYSAFC and OFPC, was held May 3-5 at the NYS Academy of Fire Science.
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New event combining lectures and hands-on training with the U.S. Coast Guard will be held September 14-15, 2013, at the Hyatt Regency Buffalo Hotel & Conference Center in Buffalo, N.Y. and the U.S. Coast Guard Station Buffalo.

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COMMITTEE NEWS
Career fire officers are invited to participate in the meeting on Friday, June 14 at Turning Stone.
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A study by the Fairfax County Fire & Rescue Department, Communications Section; 1-2013.
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COMMENTS FROM THE COMMUNITY
At 62, David Corbett earns degree in fire protection technology from Onondaga Community College.
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CALENDAR OF EVENTS
NYSAFC 107th Annual Conference – June 12-15, 2013 – Turning Stone Resort
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September 14-15, 2013 – Buffalo, NY
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