Editorial – Endorsed by the New York State Association of Fire Chiefs, Association of Fire Districts of the State of New York, and County Fire Coordinators’ Association of the State of New York.

NYSAFC Hands-On Training at The Rock – the FDNY Training Academy – was held May 17-18. This is the association's second weekend program at the renowned facility. 110 firefighters completed engine and truck company stations led by a cadre of FDNY and NYSAFC instructors. Students traveled from across New York state, as well as from Connecticut, Indiana, Maine, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Virginia, Texas, West Virginia, and Ontario, Canada, to participate. Thank you to our instructors, and special thanks to Chief Michael Myers, Chief Leonard Roe, and the entire academy staff for a great weekend of learning and networking. NYSAFC will be returning to the academy for training at a date to be announced.

The association's 2025 award recipients were recognized during the General Session of the 119th Annual Conference & FIRE 2025 Expo on June 5 in Syracuse, NY.

Assistant Fire Chief Jason McGlone of the East Branch Fire Department (Delaware County) died in the line of duty on July 17 while responding to a scene.

James Sitek, a volunteer firefighter for 40 years, died after suffering an apparent medical emergency in the line of duty while fighting a blaze in the early morning hours of July 4 in Broome County.

Chief Joseph Dolan was exonerated of all misconduct charges against him.

After months of heated discussion and public outcry, the Board of Commissioners for the Fishers Fire District has decided to hold off on a vote to dissolve the agency, following a meeting earlier this month.

The Syracuse Fire Department said the reopening of the station on West Genesee Street was crucial due to record-breaking call volume and changes to its infrastructure.

The former chief and treasurer of the Marbletown Volunteer Fire Department in Newark, Wayne County, pleaded guilty to stealing more than $100,000 from it, state Comptroller Tom DiNapoli said.

A former treasurer for the Sheridan Park Volunteer Fire Company in Tonawanda admitted to stealing nearly $450,000 from the organization over a period of six years, the Erie County District Attorney’s Office said.

The Volunteer Fire Company of Western is urging Oneida County to fix communication issues that are critical in emergencies. Fire Chief Michael Anania is worried for those who live in the area that his department serves, along with his crew.

Anthony Picente Jr. has responded to the Volunteer Fire Company of Western’s claims about communication issues.

Sheriff Jeffery Smith said the Montgomery County Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Division Facility will improve emergency response times and strengthen public safety across the county.

The Vernon Fire Department celebrated its 200th anniversary with a parade and a celebration.

The department celebrated 100 years of service to the community with a gathering at firemen's field.

Bradley Nicholson was recognized for his dedication to the fire service.

View the NYSAFC calendar of events.