Son Follows Father’s Path in Leadership Role at IL Fire Department
Kris Dunn, recently promoted to deputy fire chief, and his late father, Ken, have a combined nearly eight decades with the department.
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Veteran Syracuse (NY) Fire Official to Be Promoted to Executive Deputy Chief
Elton Davis, the deputy chief for fire prevention, will become the department’s executive deputy chief on September 25.
CT Town Selects New Fire Chief Amid Management Investigation
Wallingford has selected a Stratford deputy fire chief as it's new fire chief, ending a four month search.
Waterford (WI) Firefighters, EMS Members Express Concerns About Village Management
Tension between village leaders and members of the Waterford Fire and Emergency Medical Services departments boiled over.
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Hearing Held Over Demotion of AL Firefighter
A highly rated Decatur Fire & Rescue lieutenant was demoted to bottom rank by the mayor in June.
Firefighter Accuses NC City of Violating His Rights, Anti-Union Behavior
A lawsuit filed in U.S. District Court accuses High Point officials of a pattern of retaliatory and anti-union behavior that violates firefighters’ civil rights.
More Firefighters to Sue NJ Town, Claiming Hostile Work Environment
Three Montclair Fire Department firefighters are planning to sue the township, claiming they’ve endured a hostile work environment, among other charges.
Carroll County (MD) Hires New Deputy Chief of Fire and EMS Department
Carroll County has hired a deputy chief of operations, a newly created management position to provide oversight and leadership.
Difficult Conversations: Ways to Improve Firefighter Performance
By having difficult conversations, you can help to coach and mentor your firefighting personnel for positive change.
Missoula (MT) Fire Department, Police Move to Expand Residency Requirement
Missoula city police officers and firefighters could soon live as far as 60 minutes from the city limits.
NYC Mayor: Outgoing FDNY Commissioner Can ‘Hang Around’ as Long as She Likes
Mayor Adams brushed aside allegations that her decision to resign stemmed from a lack of support from his office.
Report: Home Insurance Rates, Response Times Threatened If WA Fire Levies Fail Again
Demand for fire and ambulance service just outside of the Tri-Cities has more than doubled over the past five years.