IT IS WITH DEEPEST SYMPATHY THAT WE INFORM YOU OF THE PASSING OF OUR BROTHER AND FRIEND

CHAUFFEUR ROBERT SHEA

Robert Shea passed away today, January 15, 2009. Bobby passed after a long courageous battle with cancer. Robert Shea began his fire fighting career with the Scranton Fire Bureau in March of 2002 and was promoted to Chauffeur assigned to Engine 9. Prior to working at SFD Robert was a firefighter at the Scranton/Wilkes-Barre airport. Those of us who knew Bobby will miss him dearly. God Bless!

Visitation Arrangments

Visitation: Sunday 2pm to 8pm and Monday 8:30 am to 9:30am at Knight/O’Donnell Funeral Home 323 William St.

Mass at 10am Monday at Holy Rosary Church followed by funeral services at Cathedral cemetery

Anyone from outside of the SFD who would like to attend the funeral, please wear Class A uniforms and we will assemble at 300 William St. Scranton at 8:30 am with the possible use of the church school as a place to gather. We will then form ranks for the procession. Feel free to pass this on to your respective organizations or friends. If you need any additional information, please contact Lt. Dave Gervasi. untouchabledave@msn.com 570-466-5137 or go to www.scrantonfire.com

In Brother/Sisterhood

Scranton Fire Fighters
Local 60

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NORTHEAST MEETING ANNOUNCED
The next North East Professional Fire Fighters Association meeting is set for March 11, in Bethlehem. It will be held at the Grover Cleveland Democratic Club at 904 Main St, Bethlehem.

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President-elect Obama Says 'Don't Cut Fire Fighters'

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FIREFIGHTERS UNION HOLDS SHOW FOR FIRE PERVENTION FUND

The Hazleton Firefighter’s, Local 507, would like to invite everyone to start the Christmas Season by joining us for our 3rd annual Christmas Show, featuring Twelve Twenty-Four, a resounding recreation of the Great Trans-Siberian Orchestra.   The show will be held Thanksgiving weekend, Saturday November 29th at 7:00 pm and Sunday November 30th at 2:00 pm., at the J. J. Ferarra Performing Arts Center; located at 212 west Broad Street in Downtown Hazleton.  Advanced ticket prices are $15.00 for regular seats and $20.00 for V.I.P seats.  To order tickets you can call 570-455-0196 or e-mail us at hfd1224show@hotmail.com.  You can also stop by the Courtesy Desk at the Laurel Mall or the J. J. Ferarra Performing Arts Center office to purchase your tickets.  Thank you for your support.  Merry Christmas!

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The IAFF-MG's 2008 Annual Report has been posted on the IAFF-MG's Website

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GREENVILLE PASSING

The PPFFA is sadden to report the passing of Greenville, IAFF Local 1976 member Dan Miller. Brother Miller passed away today, June 16th form injuries he received in a motorcycle accident in Kentucky. Brother Miller was 40 years old and he leaves behind a 4 year old son Chalmer. As of this writing the local services have not been finalized. Please check back for details. Additionally, a trust fund is being set up for Brother Millers son. Details will follow on that as well. Please join the PPFFA in keeping Brother Millers family in your thoughts.

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BROTHER DAN MILLER VP OF GREENVILLE IN CRITICAL CONDITION
6/12/08, Dan remains in critical condition but has shown improvement. If you wish to contact Greenville please email hightree@verizon.net
Greenville Local 1976 VP Dan Miller is in critical condition following a motorcycle accident in Kentucky.
A passing motorist found Dan along the road unresponsive; he was airlifted to the University of Kentucky Medical Center with a brain injury and facial fractures.
The Lexington local including their President have stayed with Dan and his family and will continue to assist as needed.
As updates become available, they will be posted.

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Hazleton IAFF Local 507 Holds Annual Boot Drive
Local 507 hit the streets for its first 2008 Fill-the-Boot drive, raising over $2000 for MDA. Local 507 members and MDA coordinators, plan the annual boot drive to coincide with Relay for Life. Firefighter Andy Mhley and City Fire Chief Donald Leshko worked closely with Hazleton City Mayor Louis Barletta and the City Council to rally support for the event. The Local is planning additional Fill-the-Boot drives through out the summer.

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PASSING OF RETIRED MEMBER
June 3, 2008
I received word early this evening that Retired Firefighter Salvador Craig passed away this afternoon. Details of the funeral are incomplete at this time. Please check back for more details.
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REVIEW FUNERAL ARRAINGMENTS FOR BROTHER ROBENSON

Scranton, Line of Duty Death
It is with deep sorrow that we have to report a line of duty death in Scranton, Local 60. Brother James Robeson, Ladder Truck Captain, was killed while operating at a structure fire this morning. Brother Robeson leaves behind a wife and son. Please join with us in extending sympathies to the Brothers and Sister on Scranton. More details about services will posted here as we receive them.

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Bethlehem Golf Tornament May 15, 2007
The 6th Annual Memorial Golf Tornament sponsored by Bethlehem Local 735 will be held on August 22nd, 2007 begining with a shotgun start at 8:30am at the Bethlehem Municipal Golf Course located on Illick's Mill Road in Bethlehem. There is a 144 IAFF member limit and the cost is $80.00 per player. Entry fee includes Golf w/t cart, Prizes, Dinnerafter the round, food and beverages at the turn and drinks on the course. Send registration to Jeff Halleman, 2032 Vista Drive, Bethlehem, PA 18018 or call 484-357-0554 for more information. Email is also availbale at jutvols@ptd.net

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2008 PRESIDENTIAL FORUM COVERAGE  March15,2007
Presidential hopefuls seeking the IAFF’s endorsement in 2008 address IAFF leaders and members at the IAFF Presidential Forum March 14, 2007.

“This is the first bi-partisan Presidential Forum of the 2008 election cycle,” notes IAFF General President Harold Schaitberger. “No other union – and very few organizations – has the credibility and respect to attract top-tier candidates from both political parties. The lineup of speakers who have agreed to participate is truly a testament to our great union and to the reputation we have built as a powerful political force and a coveted endorsement.”
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Read General President Harold Schaitberger's Message to Affiliates Regarding Rudy Giuliani March 09, 2007

Win The Spirit Custom Harley Davidson!
March 2, 2007

All IAFF members are eligible to win The Spirit, a customized Harley Davidson motorcycle built by Lynn Jones and Lynnco Custom Cycles – makers of The Peacemaker custom-designed motorcycle dedicated to the memory of the late Mattie Stepanek and The Bravest custom-designed motorcycle dedicated to all IAFF fire fighters. Read More!!

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First Mutual Corp now Allied Home Mortgage
Updated On: Feb 21, 2007 (10:50:00)

First Mutual Corp is now Allied Home Mortgage Capitol Corportation. "Many of the fire fighters who contacted me on our program for fire fighters were interested in mortgages for out of state homes and now we are better equipped to handle those requests", said Steve Edenbaum, representive for Allied Home Mortgage Capitol Corportation. The PPFFA link will now go directly to Allied.
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Assistance to Fire Fighter Grant Workshops in Pa.
Posted On: Jan 26, 2007 (14:19:48)

AFG Program Office Posts Workshop Schedule for FY 2007 Assistance to Firefighter Grants

Each year the AFG regional staff conducts hundreds of workshops nationwide to provide up to date AFG grant information to applicants. The workshops are scheduled and conducted by AFG regional representatives and offer current program information for any fire and/or EMS organization that wishes to submit a 2007 AFG application. The workshop schedule can be added to or revised over the next six weeks; users are encouraged to visit the web site more than once to verify dates, locations and times.

There is no admittance charge to any AFG workshop. The schedule provides important information about the conduct of the workshops, including points of contact. If you are unable to attend a workshop offered in your area, the program office will be providing an electronic copy of the PowerPoint presentation used at the workshops on the AFG website. In addition, by mid-February, the applicant tutorial, the FY 2007 AFG Program Guidance, and a list of Frequently Asked Questions will be available on this website. Potential applicants are also encouraged to utilize the AFG help desk at 1-866-274-0960 and at firegrants@dhs.gov.
Pennsylvania Locations are in Trevose January 31, Scranton on February 15, and Pittsburgh March 14.ary 7, Annville on February 15, and Pittsburgh March 14.

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Pennsylvania Governor Says " New System Streamlines Hazardous Chemical Reporting"

Posted On: Jan 25, 2007 (21:45:05)

Governor Edward G. Rendell yesterday announced the launch of a new online reporting system to improve public safety and better help emergency responders take care of incidents involving harmful substances.

The new Pennsylvania Tier II Reporting System (PATTS) will store vital information about the presence of harmful substances stored and/or used at facilities and businesses throughout the commonwealth. Before PATTS, information was provided through paper reports and created delays in processing.

"In hazardous chemical situations, seconds count," Rendell said. "Knowing where chemicals are kept and how they're used can save lives. PATTS will help ensure that emergency management personnel can readily access crucial information they need to best serve Pennsylvanians."

Created by the Department of Labor and Industry's Bureau of PENNSAFE, PATTS allows businesses to report the location, type and quantity of hazardous materials they have online. It also provides the Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency with secure, 24-hour access to the data. PATTS data can be revised only by authorized business personnel and is viewable only by PENNSAFE and PEMA officials.

According to the Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act of 1986, any facility that stores or uses reportable quantities of a hazardous material must report it within five days of its arrival.

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Posted On: Jan 18, 2007 (09:44:40)
The PPFFA is proud to introduce to its members, mortgage services provided by First Mutual Corporation. "We are happy that we can provide our members with another choice of mortgage services" said David Eckman, President of the PPFFA. "First Mutual Corp has programs that are tailored specifically for public safety employees." First Mutual Corp has a long list of public safety clients including police and fire units up and down the east coast. The PPFFA has added a direct link on our website to the First Mutual Corp website. "We know that our members welcome choices when it comes to mortgage services and we are happy that we can provide an additional choice for them to consider", Eckman concluded.