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Dec. 21, 2013: Brownstown Professional Firefighters Union Local 4112 are proud to present their first Wild game dinner and gun raffle! Read more:
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Dec. 20, 2013: Brandyn Thurman served with the Hamtramck Fire Department from 2006-2013 before suffering a duty back injury that shortened his career. He has his third surgery for this injury set for early next year. Brandyn is married with one young son and another on the way in February. His forced disability retirement only provides them with a fraction of his regular pay. Our brother Brandyn and his family now need your help! Checks for this event should be made out to "Hamtramck Firefighters Associtaion" - please put 'Brandyn Thurman' in the memo area. More info:
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Dec. 19, 2013: The Alpena Fire Department was awarded a grant check from Jack Peet, traffic safety manager of AAA Michigan, for $16,000 toward the purchase of a new Jaws of Life Wednesday. The Jaws of Life is a resuce tool that use hydraulics to cut through, spread, and assist in extricating victims from small spaces, such as in a crashed vehicle. Read more:
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Dec. 19, 2013: The program comes as the Canton Firefighters Charity Foundation moves to broaden its influence in the community. The organization already provides financial aid to victims of house fires, families suffering from tragedy or illness and people in need of shelter. The foundation also has given to charities that provide medical service or research. Read more:
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For every ticket purchased, a portion will be going back to benefit the Michigan Fallen Heroes Memorial.
You can go online and purchase tickets for this night at:
Pistons.com/policeandfire
Promo code=BADGES
Tickets are only $15 for upper level or $30 for lower level and includes: Pistons Game Ticket, Special in-game recognition for your department/group, pistons giveaway item to be redeemed during game, postgame shot on the court, a portion going back to Michigan Fallen Heroes Memorial, and entry to watch the police vs. fire basketball tournament during the day.
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Download:
 PistonsPoliceandFireNightFlyer.pdf
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Please join us as we dine, drink, dance and donate to support local charities. Our 11th annual Fireman's Ball is sure to be our best yet and we hope that you can join us. The evening includes dinner, drinks, dancing, and live music by the Killer Flamingos, with both live and raffle auctions. Our emcee will be Dan Miller of Fox 2 Sports and the voice of the Detroit Lions. Ticket prices are discounted until January 1st, 2014. Each table seats 10 people. Feel free to email me for tickets. More info:
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Dec. 14, 2013: The pay raise, which takes effect Jan. 1, applies to the six members of Local 4225 of the International Association of Fire Fighters. Read more:
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Dec. 14, 2013: In addition, the agreement states that its provisions may not be used to reduce fire department staff. It also says that either party may terminate the agreement at any time by giving written notice at least 60 days in advance. Read more:
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Dec. 12, 2013: When Harrison Township firefighters aren’t out protecting residents and property at this time of year, they’re focusing on helping struggling families during the holidays. Read more:
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Dec. 13, 2013: Four central Macomb County communities are considering joining forces to create a consolidated fire department in a move that would reduce costs and enhance services through sharing manpower and equipment. Read more:
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